CarRecallWatchThe 2023 Rivian R1S has 10 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 76 complaints with NHTSA, including 10 crashes, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (29 reports).
2023 Rivian R1S recalls
Rear Camera Image May Be Blocked by Alert in Reverse
A software notification can cover part of the rearview camera image while the vehicle is in reverse.
Loose Rear Seat Belt Bolts May Weaken Crash Protection
Some Rivian R1T and R1S vehicles may have the bolts securing the second-row driver and passenger side seat belt retractor assemblies improperly tightened.
Rear toe link may separate, raising crash risk
Certain 2022-2025 Rivian R1S and R1T vehicles that previously had suspension service may have had the rear toe link reassembled incorrectly.
Front Seat Belts May Not Restrain Occupants in a Crash
Certain 2022-2025 Rivian R1T and R1S vehicles may have front seat belt anchorage assemblies where the D-ring bolts were not properly installed.
Incorrect tire placard may lead to vehicle overloading
Certain 2022-2023 Rivian R1S and R1T vehicles have a tire placard label that lists an incorrect maximum vehicle capacity weight.
Damaged Pillar Clips May Affect Side Curtain Airbags
Some Rivian R1T and R1S vehicles from model years 2022 through 2024 may have had the attachment clips on the upper B-pillar and/or C-pillar trim panels damaged during a service procedure.
Headlights May Be Misaimed, Reducing Road Visibility
Some vehicles may have headlights that are improperly aimed.
Defroster May Not Work, Reducing Windshield Visibility
A software update on certain 2022 and 2023 Rivian R1T and R1S vehicles may have turned off the controls for the windshield defroster and defogger.
Reverse lights may be hard to see, raising crash risk
The reverse lights on certain 2022 and 2023 Rivian R1S vehicles may not be visible from some angles.
Side curtain airbags may not deploy as intended
Some Rivian R1S SUVs may have fasteners that are not properly secured to the left and right side curtain airbags.
Most common 2023 Rivian R1S problems
Problem areas named in the 76 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 29 |
| Unknown Or Other | 18 |
| Electrical System | 16 |
| Seats | 12 |
| Suspension | 8 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 6 |
| Steering | 5 |
| Wheels | 5 |
What owners report
Rear view camera is super buggy and takes forever to load when car put in reverse. General infotainment is laggy
Backup camera failed to display while backing up. Proceed to drive after leaving home and the display went blank. The failure of the backup camera to display at all was very alarming and unsafe, fortunately no one was around and I was able to safely backup. No warning signs that the display screen was going to go blank. This appears to be related to the most recent software update on my vehicle this month. I have been noticing the screen has been sluggish when attempting to adjust controls.
The specific failed component is UNKNOWN. My 2023 Rivian R1S has experienced recurring intermittent Limited Performance/loss-of-propulsion-type events since within months of delivery. The events involve unexpected reduction of available propulsion, reduced maximum speed, warnings, restarts, system/display restarts, and at times inability to move or change gears. Rivian documented Limited Performance while driving in January 2024. In March 2024, Rivian documented loss of propulsion and an approximately 10 mph maximum speed; a reset and sleep cycle did not correct the condition. Rivian later stated it could not reproduce the concern. In March 2026, Rivian documented Limited Performance while
The contact owns a 2023 Rivian R1S. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken for service, and the service tech stated that all three rear seat belts had a wire that had been severed from the buckle. Additionally, the vehicle failed to detect an occupant seated in the rear seats. The dealer stated that the seat belt buckles needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a complaint was filed. The failure mileage was 29,000.
I own a 2023 Rivian R1S, early production vehicle #531, with approximately 93,000 miles. While driving, I noticed the vehicle's suspension was not functioning normally. After parking, the front passenger side of the vehicle dropped significantly lower than the other side, leaving the vehicle visibly uneven. I also received suspension warnings indicating that the suspension system was too hot and needed to cool. I brought the vehicle to a Rivian Service Center. Rivian diagnosed a failed/leaking damper and a failed air compressor. I was informed that only one damper had failed, but that all four dampers must be replaced because Rivian changed the manufacturer of the dampers and the replaceme
2023 Rivian R1S questions
Does the 2023 Rivian R1S have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls for the 2023 Rivian R1S: Rear Camera Image May Be Blocked by Alert in Reverse; Loose Rear Seat Belt Bolts May Weaken Crash Protection; Rear toe link may separate, raising crash risk; Front Seat Belts May Not Restrain Occupants in a Crash; Incorrect tire placard may lead to vehicle overloading. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Rivian R1S?
Based on 76 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (29), Unknown Or Other (18), Electrical System (16).
How do I check if a recall on my 2023 Rivian R1S has been fixed?
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