2023 Rivian R1S: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2023 Rivian R1S: 10 recalls, 76 owner complaints and up to 78 mpg combined.
Recalls
10 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags, Airbags Vehicle recall #23V159000 · 2023 · 30 vehicles
What's wrong: The fasteners that secure the right and left side curtain air bags May be improperly secured.
Why it matters: Improperly secured side curtain air bags May not perform as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: 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.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #23V233000 · 2023 · 5,030 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: Reduced visibility of the reverse lights increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Rivian will repair or replace the reverse lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 12, 2023.
Equipment, Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #23V783000 · 2023 · 1,463 vehicles
What's wrong: A software update May have deactivated the defroster and defogger system controls.
Why it matters: The inability to operate the windshield defrosting and defogging system can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Rivian has released an over-the-air (ota) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2023.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #24V367000 · 2024 · 2,334 vehicles
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."
Why it matters: Improperly aimed headlights can result in insufficient illumination of the road, decreasing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Rivian will inspect and adjust the headlight alignment as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 28, 2024.
Airbags, Airbags Vehicle recall #24V408000 · 2024 · 1,723 vehicles
What's wrong: The attachment clips on the upper b-pillar and/or c-pillar trim panels May have been damaged during a service procedure.
Why it matters: Damaged pillar trim panel clips can result in improper side curtain air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Rivian will replace the pillar trim panels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2024.
Equipment Vehicle recall #24V458000 · 2024 · 666 vehicles
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."
Why it matters: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value May be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Rivian will mail owners a corrected overlay tire placard label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2024.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #25V370000 · 2025 · 536 vehicles
What's wrong: The d-ring bolts for one or both front seat belt anchorage assemblies May not have been properly installed.
Why it matters: An improperly secured seat belt May not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Rivian will inspect and properly secure the seat belt anchorage assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2025.
Suspension Vehicle recall #26V003000 · 2026 · 19,641 vehicles
What's wrong: The toe link May have been reassembled incorrectly during service procedures performed before March 10, 2025.
Why it matters: The toe link joint May separate, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Rivian will replace the rear toe link bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2026.
Seat belts, Seat belts Vehicle recall #26V009000 · 2026 · 869 vehicles
What's wrong: The bolts that secure the second-row driver and passenger side seat belt retractor assemblies May be improperly tightened.
Why it matters: An improperly secured seat belt retractor May not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Rivian will inspect and tighten the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 2, 2026.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #26V597000 · 2026 · 98,828 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Rivian has released an over-the-air (ota) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 9, 2026.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (29): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Other / unknown (18): the most common themes are noise or vibration (3), stalls / loses power (2).
- Electrical (16): the most common themes are electrical failure (3), door / lock issues (3), stalls / loses power (2).
- Seats (12): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2023 Rivian R1S has 76 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 6 R1S model years for complaints (2.7× the average R1S year). Complaints peaked in 2023 (29 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 29,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2022 (6 complaints, 13 recalls), 2024 (17 complaints, 7 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (418 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 82e | 74e | 78e | Electricity |
| Electric (418 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 80e | 71e | 75e | Electricity |
| Electric (162, 162, 163, 163kW AC 3-Phase) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 75e | 66e | 71e | Electricity |
| Electric (162, 162, 163, 163kW AC 3-Phase) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 73e | 63e | 68e | Electricity |
| Electric (208 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 72e | 64e | 68e | Electricity |
| Electric (162, 162, 163, 163kW AC 3-Phase) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 69e | 60e | 64e | Electricity |
| Electric (162, 162, 163, 163 kW AC 3-Phase) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 65e | 60e | 63e | Electricity |
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FAQ
Does the 2023 Rivian R1S have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 10 vehicle recalls for the 2023 Rivian R1S. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2023 Rivian R1S problems?
Owners have filed 76 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (29), other / unknown (18), electrical (16).
What gas mileage does the 2023 Rivian R1S get?
EPA ratings run up to 78 mpg combined, across 7 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2023 Rivian R1S repair manual?
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