2023 Rivian R1S Recalls

NHTSA lists 10 open recalls for the 2023 Rivian R1S. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer, however old the vehicle is.

Recall data as of Sep 23, 2026 — NHTSA. For a live answer, run the check yourself, or see the latest recalls.

Side/Window Curtain

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN

What's wrong:
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.
Risk:
Improperly secured side curtain air bags may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
What to do:
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. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1185.

NHTSA campaign 23V159000 — quote this at the dealer.Reported Mar 9, 2023.

Back Up Lights

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS

What's wrong:
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2023 R1S vehicles. The reverse light beam may not be visible from certain angles. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk:
Reduced visibility of the reverse lights increases the risk of a crash.
What to do:
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.

NHTSA campaign 23V233000 — quote this at the dealer.Reported Mar 31, 2023.

Visibility Defroster/Defogger/HVAC System

What's wrong:
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.
Risk:
The inability to operate the windshield defrosting and defogging system can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do:
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.

NHTSA campaign 23V783000 — quote this at the dealer.Reported Nov 21, 2023.An over-the-air update may cover this.

Exterior Lighting Headlights

What's wrong:
Rivian Automotive, LLC. (Rivian) is recalling certain 2023-2024 EDV, R1S, and R1T vehicles. The headlights may be improperly aimed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamp, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment."
Risk:
Improperly aimed headlights can result in insufficient illumination of the road, decreasing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do:
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.

NHTSA campaign 24V367000 — quote this at the dealer.Reported May 23, 2024.

Air Bags Critical Fasteners

What's wrong:
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.
Risk:
Damaged pillar trim panel clips can result in improper side curtain air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
What to do:
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.

NHTSA campaign 24V408000 — quote this at the dealer.Reported Jun 5, 2024.

Other Labels

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

What's wrong:
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk:
A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
What to do:
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.

NHTSA campaign 24V458000 — quote this at the dealer.Reported Jun 20, 2024.

Front Anchorage

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE

What's wrong:
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.
Risk:
An improperly secured seat belt may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
What to do:
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. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1681.

NHTSA campaign 25V370000 — quote this at the dealer.Reported Jun 3, 2025.

Suspension Critical Fasteners

What's wrong:
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.
Risk:
The toe link joint may separate, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do:
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. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 24, 2026.

NHTSA campaign 26V003000 — quote this at the dealer.Reported Jan 5, 2026.

Seat Belts Critical Fasteners

What's wrong:
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.
Risk:
An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
What to do:
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.

NHTSA campaign 26V009000 — quote this at the dealer.Reported Jan 15, 2026.

Back Over Prevention Software

NEW
What's wrong:
Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2027 R1S, 2022-2026 R1T, and 2027 R2 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be obstructed by a notification when in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk:
An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do:
Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 9, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1866. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 9, 2026.

NHTSA campaign 26V597000 — quote this at the dealer.Reported Sep 16, 2026.

Owner complaints

75filed with NHTSA · 18 in the last 12 months
Filed by yearpeak 2023
151617181920212223242526
Air Bags
29
Electrical System
16
Seats
12
Suspension
8

10 involved a crash · 3 injuries

Reported by owners to NHTSA and not verified. Complaints often surface a problem months before a recall.

See the complaints at NHTSA

How recall repairs work

  • Repairs are free at any franchised Rivian dealer — regardless of the vehicle's age or whether you bought it new.
  • Bring the NHTSA campaign number; it's printed on each recall above and on the sheet you can print here.
  • Call ahead: some recalls are announced before parts are available, and the dealer can tell you when yours are in.
  • Your VIN tells the dealer whether your exact vehicle is affected — the free check accepts one and never stores it.

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