Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2023 Rivian R1S
NHTSA data on file today
The 2023 Rivian R1S has 10 NHTSA recall campaigns and 76 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #26V597000 Obstructed Rearview Camera Image/FMVSS 111 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #26V009000 Improperly Secured Seat Belt Retractor Assemblies NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #26V003000 Toe Link Joint May Separate NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V370000 D-ring Bolts for Seat Belt Anchorage Assemblies may be Improperly Installed NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V458000 Incorrect Weight Capacity on Label/FMVSS 110 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V408000 Side Curtain Air Bags May Not Deploy Properly NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V367000 Improperly Aimed Headlights/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V783000 Deactivated Defroster and Defogger System Controls NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V233000 Reduced Visibility of Reverse Lights/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V159000 Side Curtain Air Bag Improperly Secured NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Air Bags 29 complaints
- Unknown or Other 18 complaints
- Electrical System 16 complaints
- Seats 12 complaints
- Suspension 8 complaints
- Forward Collision Avoidance 7 complaints
Of the 76 complaints on file, 10 report a crash; across all 76 complaints, owners report 3 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $8,000–$16,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2023 Rivian R1S exhibits an average reliability profile with several recalls concerning critical safety features such as seat belts and airbags. The vehicle shows an emerging pattern of airbag and electrical system complaints, which could impact long-term dependability and costs. Overall, while innovative, the vehicle requires attention to several safety and performance issues.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| airbags | 20,000–40,000 miles | $400–$900 | common |
| electrical system | 30,000–50,000 miles | $500–$1,200 | common |
| suspension | 40,000–60,000 miles | $700–$1,500 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- annual brake inspection
- bi-annual tire rotation
- cabin air filter replacement every 15,000 miles
- battery health checks annually
- cooling system check every 30,000 miles
- suspension component inspection
- headlight alignment annually
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- frequent airbag warning light
- unresponsive electrical systems
- unusual suspension noises
- steering vibrations
- battery performance issues
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2023 Rivian R1S at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.