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NHTSA Recall 23V159000: Curtain (air bags) and critical fasteners (air bags)

Rivian Automotive, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 30 vehicles. It affects 2022–2023 Rivian R1S.

30
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2023
owners notified (March 15)
NHTSA campaign23V159000
Manufacturer campaignFSAM-1185
ComponentsAIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW › CURTAIN; AIR BAGS › CRITICAL FASTENERS
Report receivedMarch 9, 2023
Owner notificationMarch 15, 2023
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety risk

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.

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 23V159000

Make and modelModel years
Rivian R1S2022, 2023

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.