2023 Rivian R1T
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 | 66 |
| 2023 | 38 |
| 2024 | 9 |
| 2025 | 9 |
| 2026 | 3 |
| 2027 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
37% of complaints: air bags — 14 distinct reports on file.
18% of complaints: electrical system — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing traction battery.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
The 12v battery died in less than 3 years. Rivian replaced at cost over $500. Unacceptable. Their new battery only warrenty for 2 years.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260907
I picked up this vehicle brand new from a Rivian service center. On the way home after approximately 90 miles, the screens lit up with a message saying Critical Battery Issue: Service Vehicle Immediately.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230420
Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER
16% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.
13% of complaints: service brakes — 5 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
Car was lane corrected into other lane and started accelerating. Like getting hit by a bumper in a pinball machine. Avoided a head on collision but managed to safety maneuver into a fence instead of a tree.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240413
Also filed under FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The vehicle was parked on a 8 degree slope in the driveway with approximately 2 inches of snow on the drive way. Within thirty minutes of the vehicle being parked the truck slide down the driveway and crashed into the house.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240220
13% of complaints: lane departure — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing assist and warning.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
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 R1T — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- 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 R1T 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 R1T?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Rivian R1T have?
7 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.