Water Leak in the Utility Panel Area: A Concern for Rivian R1T Owners

Rivian Blue · 2025-04-25T15:25:14+00:00

Ever since I got my R1S, I've had a daily charging routine, which I follow all the time. For my daily routine during the week, I set the vehicle to charge up to 85% each night. This level is enough for my regular commutes and errands, helping to preserve the battery’s long-term health. On weekends, I often charge it to 100% for longer trips that need more range. However, there have been a couple of instances—two or maybe three times—when the car ignored my 85% charging limit and went all the way to 100%. This unexpected change has me a little bit concerned, even tho it doesn't seem like it's much of a big deal. Has anyone else experienced such before?

Rivian Mom

Active Wheeler

Jan 5, 2025

A Rivian R1T owner, who recently got his car back from the car wash, noticed water leaking from the utility panel area of his vehicle. He has a cover instead of the utility panel and hasn't removed the cover to investigate further. This issue raises important questions about the R1T's waterproofing abilities. I don't think I've heard or seen anyone else experience a similar issue.

While I can't speculate on the exact cause of the leak, there are several potential explanations, such as:

1. Clogged drains or gutters
2. Seal or gasket issues
3. Design or manufacturing flaws

Has anyone experienced a similar problem before? If so, please feel free to share your experience in the comments, and hopefully, a potential solution as well.

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