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7PDSGABA6PN••••••2023 Rivian R1S
This build draws 3.4× more complaints than the average 2023 Rivian R1S build (10 vs 3).
10on this build
70on the model
24builds in total
Most reportedAir Bags 2Electrical System 2Wheels 2Seats 1
What owners of this build wrote
Electrical SystemApr 2026
The contact owns a 2023 Rivian R1S. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the message "Electrical System Fault - Contact Rivian Service Immediately - Avoid Fording" was displayed along with a picture of the vehicle in water. The vehicle was taken to the…
Air BagsMar 2026
Yesterday was the 3rd time in 2 months that the vehicle displayed a "Airbag System needs service - Drive with caution until serviced" warning. I have taken it to Rivian 2 times where each time they replaced various components of the airbag system and it was reported to be fixed.…
SuspensionMar 2025
Front driver wheel had a hub bolt back out rendering the vehicle unable to drive. The car made a loud grinding noise and was unsteady. I had to pull over and was unable to drive any further. It required replacement of the hub bolt and axel. This is a known problem for rivian's…
Service BrakesJan 2025
On our drive back from Yosemite, we began descending from Groveland, CA after leaving the Rivian charging station. Due to heavy rain, the car ahead of me was moving cautiously, limiting my speed to about 20 mph while maintaining a safe distance during the descent to Moccasin,…
Carry HandleJul 2024
Our son no matter how we try and position him his chin is touching his chest and starts to bubble during our car rides in the mesa max. He also seems to overheat in it and comes out sweaty even with the shortest car ride. We contacted the mfg and they told us he was too big for…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 7PDSGABA6PN005807 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.