RIVIAN R1S 2023: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 23V233000

Make Model Year
RIVIAN R1S 2023
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2023-07-12 2023-03-31 2023-04-03

Manufacturers Involved: Rivian Automotive, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: FSAM-1216

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 5030

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 108

Summary

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.nhtsa.gov.