Is the 2023 Rivian R1T reliable?

The 2023 Rivian R1T has 61 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.0x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: below-average. Most common issue: AIR BAGS problems.

What are common problems with the 2023 Rivian R1T?

Top problems: AIR BAGS (14 complaints, avg repair $500); DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS (9 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRICAL (6 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2023 Rivian R1T?

Yes, there are 7 recall(s): VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS, AIR BAGS:CRITICAL FASTENERS, EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS, SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE, SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS, SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS. Contact any Rivian dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to charge a 2023 Rivian R1T?

The 2023 Rivian R1T has an EPA rating of 64 MPGe. At the current US average residential electricity rate, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $1201. State rates vary significantly — see the interactive calculator on this page.

Is the 2023 Rivian R1T often stolen?

Theft risk tier for the Rivian R1T: very-low. HLDI insurance loss data suggests lower-than-average theft claims for this model.

How much does it cost to insure a 2023 Rivian R1T?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2023 Rivian R1T is approximately $1,763/year (ev-mainstream class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

Does the 2023 Rivian R1T qualify for tax credits?

The federal EV tax credit (Section 30D) expired for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025. If purchased before that date, the 2023 Rivian R1T may still qualify on the 2025 tax return. State-level incentives remain active in 13+ states — see the incentives section on this page for details.

2023 Rivian R1T

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2023 Rivian R1T has 61 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.0x the segment average of 61. The most common issue is air bags problems (23% of all complaints), specifically: the passenger airbag sensor is malfunctioning. when a passenger weighing 115 pounds is seated in the front passenger seat with the seatbelt connected, the vehicle disables the airbag. this has been documented with pictures and video multiple times to rivian. they had the vehicle at their service cen. There are 7 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 2 fire reports filed.

2 fire reports 6 crash reports

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.0x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

AIR BAGS

14 complaints

23%

• The passenger airbag sensor is malfunctioning. When a passenger weighing 115 pounds is seated in the front passenger seat with the seatbelt connected, the vehicle disables the airbag. This has been documented with pictures and video multiple times to Rivian. They had the vehicle at their service cen
• The passenger airbag is not engaged for anyone under 150lbs, which includes my wife, 16 year old daughter, 14 year old son and 13 year old daughter. Seems a dangerous setting to have such a high weight threshhold for Rivian and they keep responding to owners that all is functioning normal.
• Front passenger airbag sometimes fails to activate when my friend, weighing 120 pounds, is sitting in the front passenger seat.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“The passenger airbag sensor is malfunctioning. When a passenger weighing 115 pounds is seated in the front passenger seat with the seatbelt connected, the vehicle disables the airbag. This has been documented with pictures and video multiple times to Rivian. They had the vehicle at their service cen”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Recalls (7)

VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM21/11/2023

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.

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

Fix: 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.

Very low theft risk

Low theft rates typically correlate with lower comprehensive-coverage insurance premiums.

Source: NICB Hot Wheels 2025 report + HLDI theft loss studies. Model-year ranking; not all years of this model have identical risk.

Charging Cost Calculator for 2023 Rivian R1T

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local electricity price)

Per year

$1,190

Per month

$99

Per mile

9.9¢

kWh/mi

0.53

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2023 Rivian R1T

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,763

Full coverage / month

$147

Liability only / year

$679

vs US avg

+5%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (ev-mainstream)1.18x

× theft risk0.85x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age1.05x

= Full coverage estimate$1763

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Rivian New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

5 yr / 60K mi

Powertrain

8 yr / 175K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 175K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

8 yr / 100K mi

Roadside assistance

8 yr / 100K mi

Powertrain + battery 8yr/175K is among the longest EV coverage

EV Incentives for 2023 Rivian R1T

Updated 2026-07

Federal Tax Credit (Section 30D) — Expired 2025-09-30

Section 30D new clean vehicle credit ($7,500 max) expired for vehicles acquired after Sept 30, 2025 per Public Law (One Big Beautiful Bill Act). Vehicles acquired on or before that date remain eligible on the buyer's 2025 return. No federal purchase credit exists for post-9/30/2025 acquisitions.

Historic eligibility: 2023 Rivian R1T vehicles purchased on or before September 30, 2025 may still qualify for the federal credit on the 2025 tax return. Check with a tax professional for your specific vehicle's eligibility.

State-Level Incentives (Still Active in 14 States)

CaliforniaUp to $12,000

Clean Cars 4 All

ColoradoUp to $5,000

Innovative Motor Vehicle Credit

ConnecticutUp to $4,250

CHEAPR (Connecticut Hydrogen and Electric Automobile Purchase Rebate)

DelawareUp to $2,500

Clean Vehicle Rebate

IllinoisUp to $4,000

Illinois EV Rebate Program

MarylandUp to $3,000

Excise Tax Credit for Plug-in Electric Vehicles

MassachusettsUp to $3,500

MOR-EV

New JerseyUp to $4,000

Charge Up New Jersey

New YorkUp to $2,000

Drive Clean Rebate

OregonUp to $7,500

Oregon Clean Vehicle Rebate

PennsylvaniaUp to $3,000

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Rebate Program

Rhode IslandUp to $2,500

DRIVEEV

TexasUp to $2,500

Light-Duty Motor Vehicle Purchase or Lease Incentive

VermontUp to $5,000

Incentive Program for New Electric Vehicles

See full state-by-state EV incentive details

Source: US Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center + state DOR / DEQ program pages. Program details and eligibility limits change frequently — always verify with the linked source before purchase.

Estimated Repair Costs

AIR BAGS(~50K mi)

$500

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

SPEED CONTROL(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 61 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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AIR BAGS: The passenger airbag sensor is malfunctioning. When a passenger weighing 115 pounds is seated in the front passenger seat with the seatbelt connected, the vehicle disables the airbag. This has been documented with pictures and video multiple times to Rivian. They had the vehicle at their service cen
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: Rivian issued an OTA update, 2023.42.0, that rendered all but the most basic functions disabled. There is no center screen. No ability to control defrost or climate in the vehicle. All advanced safety features, other than blind spot warnings, appear disabled.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: I picked up this vehicle brand new from a Rivian service center. On the way home after approximately 90 miles, the screens lit up with a message saying Critical Battery Issue: Service Vehicle Immediately. In addition to the warnings on the console, there was a very loud beeping sound that did not st
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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SPEED CONTROL: High Voltage battery failed twice. At highway speeds and during failure vehicle resorts to turtle mode.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 7 recalls have been completed — free at any Rivian dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)