The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·23V233000·Announced 2025-07-03

Rivian R1S Reverse Lights May Not Be Visible From Certain Angles

Rivian Automotive is recalling 2022-2023 R1S vehicles because the reverse light beam may not be visible from certain angles. This creates a crash risk and violates federal lighting standards.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This recall involves a structural vehicle defect affecting reverse lighting visibility with no reported injuries or property damage. The hazard presents theoretical crash risk without confirmed incidents, qualifying as risk-of-harm where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Rivian Automotive, LLC is recalling certain 2022 and 2023 Rivian R1S vehicles. The reverse light beam on these vehicles may not be visible when viewed from certain angles. This visibility issue means the affected vehicles do not meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, which governs lamps and reflective devices.

The poor visibility of the reverse lights increases the risk of a crash. Drivers and other road users may not be able to see that the vehicle is in reverse, which could lead to unsafe situations.

The recall affects an estimated 5,030 vehicles. Rivian Automotive has already mailed owner notification letters as of July 12, 2023. The company will repair or replace the reverse lights for free.

To arrange service, owners can contact Rivian customer service at 1-855-748-4265. Rivian's reference number for this recall is FSAM-1216. Owners can also call the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov for additional information.

The recalled product

Product
2022 RIVIAN R1S
Brand
RIVIAN
Manufacturer
Rivian Automotive, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Exterior Lighting
Hazard
  • visibility-defect
  • crash-risk
Affected units
5,030

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • R1S

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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