2023 Rivian R1S Launch Edition
All photo credits
- Photo: 2025 Rivian R1S Ascend Tri Max, front right, 11-21-2025 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2023 Rivian R1S Adventure, front 1.29.23 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Rivian R1S IMG 6117 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Rivian R1S IMG 6123 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2025 Rivian R1S Ascend Tri Max, rear right, 11-21-2025 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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 Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Electric |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $75,500 |
| MSRP with Destination | $77,300 |
| Destination Charge | $1,800 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Dual AC permanent-magnet motors |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | AWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Automatic (A1) |
| Fuel Economy | |
| Recommended Fuel | Electricity |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 21-in. aluminum alloy with painted accents |
| Wheels Rear | 21-in. aluminum alloy with painted accents |
| Tires Front | 275/55R21 |
| Tires Rear | 275/55R21 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 200.8 in |
| Width | 87.1 in |
| Height | 77.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in |
| Front Track | 67.3 in |
| Rear Track | 67.3 in |
| Ground Clearance | 8.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 17.6 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 6,916 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 41.1 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39.7 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.4 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 60.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 58.9 in |
| Hip Room Front | 54.9 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 54.2 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (12.7 % risk) |
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
| Air Bags | 29 |
| Unknown Or Other | 18 |
| Electrical System | 16 |
| Seats | 12 |
| Suspension | 8 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 7 |
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.