2023 Rivian R1S electrical system problems
16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2023 Rivian R1S — 22% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The specific failed component is UNKNOWN. My 2023 Rivian R1S has experienced recurring intermittent Limited Performance/loss-of-propulsion-type events since within months of delivery. The events involve unexpected reduction of available propulsion, reduced maximum speed, warnings, restarts…”
filed Sep 9, 2026
“On XXX, at approximately 12:19 PM, I was in the drive-through lane at a Chick-fil-A in [XXX], with my child as a passenger. I was using one-pedal driving mode and had come to a complete stop with my foot off the accelerator. I turned briefly to hand my child an ice cream cup, and when I looked back…”
filed Jul 30, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Rivian is launching a technical service bulletin for some model year 2022-2024 R1 vehicles that may have ultrasonic sensors detached from the front fascia mounting area. After detachment, the ultrasonic sensor may…
RSB-86-26-001-1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued May 19, 2026SMS Reminder sent to customers who had still open potential 12-volt failures.
12v Battery Low SMS 2 · Other · issued Feb 17, 2026SMS sent to customers with potential 12-volt failure and advising need for replacement to avoid drivability interruptions.
12v Battery Low SMS 1 · Other · issued Feb 9, 2026
Electrical System problems in other R1S years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 R1S | 8 | 15% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2023 Rivian R1S
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.