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NHTSA Recall 23V783000: Software (equipment) and defroster/defogger/hvac system (visibility)

Rivian Automotive, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,463 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Rivian R1S.

1,463
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2023
owners notified (December 21)
NHTSA campaign23V783000
Manufacturer campaignFSAM-1331
ComponentsEQUIPMENT › ELECTRICAL › INFOTAINMENT › SOFTWARE; VISIBILITY › DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Report receivedNovember 21, 2023
Owner notificationDecember 21, 2023
Initiated byNHTSA Office of Defects Investigation

Defect

Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2023 R1T and R1S vehicles. A software update may have deactivated the defroster and defogger system controls.

Safety risk

The inability to operate the windshield defrosting and defogging system can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2023. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1331.

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 23V783000

Make and modelModel years
Rivian R1S2022, 2023
Rivian R1T2022, 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.