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2023 Rivian R1S Launch Edition

The 2023 Rivian R1S Launch Edition is a vehicle with an automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $75,500 MSRP.

The R1S measures 200.8 inches long on a 121.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 6,916 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainElectric
Price
MSRP$75,500
MSRP with Destination$77,300
Destination Charge$1,800
Engine
Engine TypeDual AC permanent-magnet motors
Drivetrain
Drive TypeAWD
Transmission
TransmissionAutomatic (A1)
Fuel Economy
Recommended FuelElectricity
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front21-in. aluminum alloy with painted accents
Wheels Rear21-in. aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tires Front275/55R21
Tires Rear275/55R21
Dimensions & Weight
Length200.8 in
Width87.1 in
Height77.3 in
Wheelbase121.1 in
Front Track67.3 in
Rear Track67.3 in
Ground Clearance8.8 in
Cargo Volume17.6 ft³
Curb Weight6,916 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front41.1 in
Headroom Rear39.7 in
Legroom Front41.4 in
Legroom Rear36.6 in
Shoulder Room Front60.6 in
Shoulder Room Rear58.9 in
Hip Room Front54.9 in
Hip Room Rear54.2 in

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Side crash Not rated
Rollover ★★★★★ (12.7 % risk)
Tested variant: 2023 Rivian R1S SUV AWD

Recalls

10 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2023 Rivian R1S. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Sep 16, 2026 · BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

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."

Consequence: An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: 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

Jan 15, 2026 · SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

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.

Consequence: An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

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.

NHTSA campaign 26V009000

Jan 5, 2026 · SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS

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.

Consequence: The toe link joint may separate, increasing the risk of a crash.

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. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 24, 2026.

NHTSA campaign 26V003000

Jun 3, 2025 · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE

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.

Consequence: An improperly secured seat belt may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

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. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1681.

NHTSA campaign 25V370000

Jun 20, 2024 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

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."

Consequence: A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash.

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.

NHTSA campaign 24V458000

Jun 5, 2024 · AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

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.

Consequence: Damaged pillar trim panel clips can result in improper side curtain air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

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.

NHTSA campaign 24V408000

May 23, 2024 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

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."

Consequence: Improperly aimed headlights can result in insufficient illumination of the road, decreasing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

NHTSA campaign 24V367000

Nov 21, 2023 · VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

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.

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

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.

NHTSA campaign 23V783000

Mar 31, 2023 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS

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."

Consequence: Reduced visibility of the reverse lights increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: 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

Mar 9, 2023 · AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN

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.

Consequence: Improperly secured side curtain air bags may not perform as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy: 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

76 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2023 Rivian R1S

Owner Complaints

76 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2023 Rivian R1S (10 mention a crash, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Air Bags29
Unknown Or Other18
Electrical System16
Seats12
Suspension8
Forward Collision Avoidance7
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 4, 2026 · Visibility/Wiper
“Rear view camera is super buggy and takes forever to load when car put in reverse. General infotainment is laggy”
Sep 20, 2026 · Unknown Or Other, Back Over Prevention
“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…”
Sep 9, 2026 · Electrical System, Unknown Or Other, Fuel/Propulsion System
“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…”
Aug 19, 2026 · Seat Belts
“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…”
Aug 10, 2026 · Suspension
“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…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2023 RIVIAN R1S. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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