Do Rivian vehicles have an electronic latch release system?
Yes, Gen 2 R1 and R2 vehicles are equipped with an electronic latch release system, commonly known as “e-latch.” The system consists of an electronically enabled latch release in each door, plus the supporting power and software within the vehicle.
Why did Rivian choose to implement an electronic latch release system in the Gen 2 R1 and R2 vehicles?
Safety is the foundation for every design choice we make. Gen 2 R1 and R2 vehicles feature an electronic latch release system because the combination of electrical and software systems offer more intelligent features than a purely mechanical door.
What are some of the enhanced safety features of e-latched doors?
Rivian architected our electronic latch release system differently than our competitors, focusing on multiple power redundancies and streamlined design. The electronically released doors are designed to remain functional even after a major accident, with integrated backup power supply, multiple layers of redundancies and placement of power components in crash-protected areas of the vehicle.
Why is there a manual door release and how should it be used?
Each door has a manual service release for Rivian service technicians to access the cabin when the vehicle’s power is completely disconnected for maintenance or repairs. The Owner’s Guide describes how to use that manual service release.
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