2023 Rivian R1S
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 68 |
| 2024 | 16 |
| 2025 | 51 |
| 2026 | 11 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
41% of complaints: air bags — 28 distinct reports on file.
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When the passenger seat is occupied, we intermittently get a message that the airbag is off (and the heating/ac controls for the passenger side go away).
NHTSA ODI report, 20230720
21% of complaints: electrical system — 14 distinct reports on file.
CRASH18% of complaints: seats — 12 distinct reports on file.
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When the passenger seat is occupied, we intermittently get a message that the airbag is off (and the heating/ac controls for the passenger side go away).
NHTSA ODI report, 20230720
9% of complaints: suspension — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY9% of complaints: service brakes — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2023 R1S vehicles. The fasteners that secure the right and left side curtain air bags may be improperly secured.
Remedy: Dealers will secure or replace the side curtain air bags as necessary, free of charge. All owners have been notified and all vehicles will be repaired by March 15, 2023. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261.
Campaign 23V159000 — check if this car was fixed
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2023 R1S vehicles. The reverse light beam may not be visible from certain angles.
Remedy: Rivian will repair or replace the reverse lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 12, 2023. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-855-748-4265. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1216.
Campaign 23V233000 — check if this car was fixed
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2023 R1T and R1S vehicles. A software update may have deactivated the defroster and defogger system controls.
Remedy: Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2023. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1331.
Campaign 23V783000 — check if this car was fixed
Rivian Automotive, LLC. (Rivian) is recalling certain 2023-2024 EDV, R1S, and R1T vehicles. The headlights may be improperly aimed.
Remedy: Rivian will inspect and adjust the headlight alignment as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 28, 2024. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4264. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1445.
Campaign 24V367000 — check if this car was fixed
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2024 R1T and R1S vehicles. The attachment clips on the upper B-pillar and/or C-pillar trim panels may have been damaged during a service procedure.
Remedy: Rivian will replace the pillar trim panels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2024. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM 1464.
Campaign 24V408000 — check if this car was fixed
Rivian Automotive, LLC. (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2023 R1S and R1T vehicles. The maximum vehicle capacity weight value on the tire placard label is incorrect.
Remedy: Rivian will mail owners a corrected overlay tire placard label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2024. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4264. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1491.
Campaign 24V458000 — check if this car was fixed
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1T and R1S vehicles. The D-ring bolts for one or both front seat belt anchorage assemblies may not have been properly installed.
Remedy: Rivian will inspect and properly secure the seat belt anchorage assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2025. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261.
Campaign 25V370000 — check if this car was fixed
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1S and R1T vehicles that previously had service performed. The toe link may have been reassembled incorrectly during service procedures performed before March 10, 2025.
Remedy: Rivian will replace the rear toe link bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1794.
Campaign 26V003000 — check if this car was fixed
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1T and 2022-2026 R1S vehicles. The bolts that secure the second-row driver and passenger side seat belt retractor assemblies may be improperly tightened.
Remedy: Rivian will inspect and tighten the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 2, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1795.
Campaign 26V009000 — check if this car was fixed
Rear Toe Link May Separate
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2023 Rivian R1S — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (28 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seats issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 23V159000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V233000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V783000 (equipment, visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V367000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V408000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V458000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V370000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V003000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V009000 (seat belts) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2023 Rivian R1S reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Rivian R1S?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Rivian R1S have?
9 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.