Rivian Software Update 2026.24.41

The R2 2026.24 update expands Lane Change on Command beyond freeways, adds traffic lights, stop signs, and cones to the Autonomy view, and works through a long list of audio, climate, charging, and Gear Guard fixes.

Available For R2 First Noticed Public Release TBD

Lane Change on Command Expansion

Lane Change on Command is now available on more roads, not just freeways. While Universal Hands-Free is engaged, check that the lane is clear, activate the turn signal, and let your vehicle handle the rest.

Autonomy View Enhancements

Traffic lights, stop signs, and traffic cones are now shown in the Autonomy view on the driver display, so you have a more complete visualization of traffic conditions.

Audio

  • New audio tuning with improved audio dynamics, tonal balance, and more immersiveness with Dolby Atmos content.
  • Fixed an issue that caused the audio volume to drop to zero after the vehicle went to sleep.
  • Fixed an issue that caused Bluetooth phone-call audio to sound muffled.
  • Fixed an issue that caused phone-call audio to play through the phone instead of the vehicle.

Climate

  • Improved the accuracy of the displayed cabin temperature in the Rivian mobile app and for Pet Comfort on the center display.
  • Enhanced sensor calibrations and updated algorithms to deliver greater cabin comfort.
  • Fixed an issue that caused insufficient cooling during very hot ambient temperatures.
  • Fixed a rare issue that affected the status lights for the heated rear seats.

Vehicle access

  • Improved passive unlocking responsiveness with digital keys when the vehicle wakes from sleep.
  • Improved the vehicle's ability to detect and load the driver profile associated with the phone key closest to the driver-side door when you enter.

Navigation

  • Added more fast-charging stations to maps and routes for your convenience.
  • Fixed an issue that caused route calculation to take longer than expected.

Charging

  • Fixed an issue that prevented you from ending a DC fast-charging session from the Energy screen.
  • Fixed an issue that caused a brief charging fault with a Rivian wall charger.
  • Fixed an issue that caused an external power outlet fault during DC fast-charging.

Infotainment

  • Fixed an issue that caused the quick controls panel to show the media controls instead of the vehicle controls.
  • Fixed an issue that caused a connectivity panel to remain open after tapping outside it.
  • Fixed an issue that hid the seat-adjustment introduction screen.

Additional Improvements

  • Fixed issues that caused incorrect tire-pressure specifications and flat-tire notifications to appear on the center or driver display.
  • Improved overall connectivity robustness, including recovering after extended loss of cellular service.
  • Improved Gear Guard reliability and fixed an issue where Gear Guard camera settings could open the wrong screen or fail to save your preferences.
  • Fixed a rare issue that briefly triggered an incorrect turn signal fault notification.
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Jose Castillo Founder and Editor
Jose Castillo is the founder of RivianTrackr and has owned and driven Rivians since early in the brand's consumer history. He currently drives an R1S and an R2 in Florida and uses Universal Hands-Free every day. As a credentialed Rivian journalist, he has covered the R2 First Drive in Park City and SXSW firsthand and has spoken directly with Rivian's software and autonomy leadership.
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2 Comments

  1. Great synopsis of the update, just so I’m clear- the light/signal recognition- does the car stop for them? Or, they are just showing up on the screen now? Seeing and responding are very different! Thank you

    • It won’t stop for lights or stop signals yet. That’s coming with 2.0 in the next few months.

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