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Buying a used 2023 Rivian R1S? Check these 10 recalls first
The 2023 R1S has 10 recalls in this group. Airbag attachment, damaged airbag trim clips, front belt anchors and loose second-row belts make restraint repairs a central paperwork check. Rear toe link separation and defroster failure are additional concerns, while lighting, camera and weight-label items round out the record. NHTSA lists 76 unverified owner complaints, including 29 involving airbags, 18 classified as unknown or other, 16 involving electrical systems and 12 involving seats.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Obtain records for curtain airbag, trim clip and seat belt recall work.
- Confirm rear toe link recall completion and ask about suspension repairs.
- Test the defroster, backup camera and exterior lights.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Rivian dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2023 Rivian R1S
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Rivian R1S side curtain airbags improperly secured | AIR Bags | high |
| Rivian R1S R1T Defroster System May Stop Working | Visibility | high |
| Rivian R1T and R1S: Airbag Trim Clips May Be Damaged | AIR Bags | high |
| Rivian R1S, R1T Front Seat Belt Anchor Risk | Seat Belts | high |
| Rivian R1S, R1T rear toe link may separate | Suspension | high |
| Rivian R1T and R1S Loose Second-Row Seat Belts | Seat Belts | high |
| Rivian R1S reverse lights may be hard to see | Exterior Lighting | medium |
| Rivian R1S and R1T headlights may be misaimed | Exterior Lighting | medium |
| Rivian R1S and R1T backup camera display issue | Back Over Prevention | medium |
| Rivian R1S and R1T Wrong Weight Label | Equipment | low |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
76 complaints filed for this model year, including 10 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 3 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| AIR Bags | 29 | Yes |
| Electrical System | 16 | None found |
| Seats | 12 | None found |
| Suspension | 8 | Yes |
| Seat Belts | 7 | Yes |
| Driver Assistance | 7 | None found |