Rivian 12V Battery Conundrum: To Reolace or Not?

wildlife R1T · 2025-04-15T16:51:34+00:00

I was on my way to work this morning when I spotted a Rivian that I think looked pretty awesome. The R1T was rocking this matte bronze vinyl wrap that personally, I think looked really cool and classy, like it was ready for an adventure or a fancy night out. The way the bronze caught the morning sun was unreal, almost like it belonged in a blockbuster action movie. I’m guessing that wrap’s doing a solid job of keeping the paint safe from scratches or mud, especially if the owner’s hitting the trails. What really got me was how the vinyl wrap transformed the whole vibe of the truck. The bronze wasn’t in-your-face; it was subtle but still made everyone do a double-take. I love that you can wrap a vehicle to protect it and switch up the look later without touching the original paint. Plus, it’s gotta be way easier on the wallet than a full-on paint job. The owner clearly put some heart into this one—blacked-out badges and slightly tinted lights tied it all together, giving it this sleek, intentional style. I couldn't stop thinking about the choice of the bronze wrap cause it’s such a rare color to chose for a vinyl wrap color choice and it gave the Rivian this perfect mix of tough and refined. Honestly, I’m a little jealous. It’s got me daydreaming about what color I’d pick if I wrapped my own R1T—something bold but not over-the-top. I literally had to pull over and ask the owner if I could take a couple of photos of his truck, which he politely agreed to. Anyone else spotted a wrap this epic cruising around?

Rivian Mom

Active Wheeler

Apr 8, 2025

I wrote a previous thread on the proactive replacement of Rivian's 12V batteries and this is another thread on whether it’s worth replacing them before they start causing issues. I've owned my R1S for a long time with over 33,000 miles. I’d really like to avoid being stranded somewhere waiting for a tow, so I'm seriously considering to schedule a service to swap them out. What’s the take from other folks here—do you wait for a warning to show up, or get ahead of it?

I’ve heard from a few owners that the battery warning can sneak up on you at anytime so it's best to stay prepared. My R1S has been super reliable so far, and I’d rather keep it that way than roll the dice waiting for a signal to act. If I can get it done even tho it won't be under warranty, it feels like a smart move for peace of mind. Has anyone else on the forum tackled this yet? I’m curious if there’s a good rule of thumb for timing or if most people just keep driving until the car says otherwise. For now, I’m just keeping tabs on it and loving every mile.

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