FSAM-1166 Passenger Air Bag May Deploy Improperly – 2022 Rivian R1T & R1S

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Rivian
Hi Bruce,
We have initiated a voluntary recall that affects your vehicle.
Certain model year 2022 R1S and R1T vehicles fail to conform
with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208 “Occupant
Crash Protection.”
This notice applies to your vehicle, VIN:
What is the problem?
A sensor in the front passenger seat belt system may incorrectly
report its status as “on” when, in fact, it is off. If a passenger is
seated in the front passenger seat and this happens, the
passenger air bag may not deploy as intended. In the event of a
crash which is supposed to deploy the front passenger air bag,
the occupant may have an increased risk of injury due to a
reduced deployment or lack of deployment.
How many vehicles are affected?
The recall affects 12,716 vehicles, however we believe less than
1% of those vehicles – fewer than 100 vehicles – will require part
replacement. While the number of vehicles impacted is very
limited, we will always exercise caution when it comes to safety.
As of February 27, 2023, we are not aware of any accidents or
injuries related to this issue.
Rivian
What will Rivian do?
Rivian will offer no appointment necessary visits to Rivian
Service Centers and pop-up locations up to 6 days a week,
Monday through Saturday, to inspect and replace, if necessary,
passenger seat belt system components in the affected vehicles.
If your vehicle is not brought in for inspection, we will inspect it
for this issue at a future service appointment.
How long will the inspection and repair take?
Inspections are estimated to take less than 10 minutes. For the
very small percentage where part replacement is necessary, the
work can be completed in less than 30 minutes during the same
visit. This service will be available at no cost to you.
What should you do?
Information about Rivian Service Centers and pop-up service
locations offering expanded hours of operation and service
without an appointment are listed on our website. Before your
visit, please install the latest software update to your vehicle.
If you have further questions, or if you prefer to schedule an
appointment, please call Rivian Service at 1-855-748-4265. We
are available 24/7/365. Additional information will also be posted
at NHTSA.gov/recalls.
Thank you for your attention to this important matter. We look
forward to resolving it as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Noe Mejia
VP Service Operations
Rivian
Account
Support
Gear Shop
14600 Myford Rd. Irvine, CA, 92606
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23V-109 Rivian Recall FSAM-1166 SMS Notification
Important Recall Message from Rivian. Your 2022 Rivian is included in NHTSA Recall Number 23V-109. Rivian will offer no-appointment necessary visits to Rivian Service Centers and pop-up locations up to 6 days a week Monday – Saturday. Information about Rivian Service Centers and pop-up service locations offering expanded hours of operation and service without an appointment are listed on our website: http://rivn.co/seatbelt-sensor-recall. Before your visit, please install the latest software update to your vehicle. If you need additional information or to schedule an appointment, you can also call 855-RIVIAN5 (855-748-4265), 24/7-365.

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RRC-72-23-001-1: Inspect and Replace 1st Row RH Seat Belt Automatic Locking Retractor Sensor
Rivian has decided that certain model year 2022 Rivian R1S and R1T vehicles fail to conform with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208 “Occupant Crash Protection”. If a passenger is seated in the front passenger seat and the seat belt automatic locking retractor is reporting “on” incorrectly, the passenger air bag may not deploy as intended. In the event of a crash which is supposed to deploy the front passenger air bag, the occupant may have an increased risk of injury due to a reduced deployment or lack of deployment. Pursuant to its recall determination, Rivian will inspect and replace, if necessary, passenger seat belt system components in certain model year 2022 R1S and R1T vehicles.
Document Type
Safety Recall Bulletin
Date
February 28, 2023
Affected Region(s)
USA
Affected Model(s)
R1T, R1S
Model Year(s)
2022
Approximate Build Dates
Refer to the FSA Dashboard to determine if this document applies to a specific vehicle.
September 2021 – September 2022
Vehicle System
72 – Occupant Protection
Minimum Service Location
Mobile
Potentially Required Parts
Part Number
Quantity
Engineering Name
Service Name/Notes
PT00954708-A
1
SEAT_BELT_ALR_SENSOR
Sensor and Harness, Automatic Locking Retractor, 1st Row Seat Belt, RH
Attention: The parts listed in this table are only for unique steps that are called out in this bulletin. Some sections of this bulletin might refer to Service Manual procedures which require additional parts. Always review the bulletin and all potentially related Service Manual procedures before ordering parts and beginning work.
Inspection
This inspection requires performing a functional check using either the front center display or RiDE. If available, use the front center display.
1.
Using the front center display or RiDE: Navigate to the ALR functional check screen.
Note: If using RiDE, use the RRC7223001 procedure.
2.
Pull out the 1st row RH seat belt approximately 125 mm (5 inches), then let it return to its fully retracted position. Make sure there is no clicking and that the seat belt moves freely.
RRC-72-23-001-1: Inspect and Replace 1st Row RH Seat Belt Automatic Locking Retractor Sensor, Page 1
3.
Make sure that the seat belt is fully retracted. On the ALR functional check screen: Check the ALR status:
•
If the ALR is on: Skip to the Replacement section.
•
If the ALR is off: Continue to the next step.
4.
Fully extend the seat belt, then allow it to retract slightly until there is an audible clicking noise. Hold the seat belt in this position during the next step.
5.
On the ALR functional check screen: Check the ALR status:
•
If the ALR is on: Continue to the next step.
•
If the ALR is off: Skip to the Replacement section.
6.
Allow the seat belt to fully retract.
7.
Pull the seat belt out approximately 125 mm (5 inches), then let it return to its fully retracted position. Make sure there is no clicking and that the seat belt moves freely.
8.
Make sure that the seat belt is fully retracted. On the ALR functional check screen: Check the ALR status:
•
If the ALR is on: Continue to the Replacement section.
•
If the ALR is off: No additional work is required.
Replacement
1.
Replace: Sensor and Harness, Automatic Locking Retractor, 1st Row Seat Belt, RH (refer to service manual procedure 727025110).
2.
Repeat the Inspection section.
•
If the inspection passes: No additional work is required. Reinstall all components that were removed for access.
•
If the inspection fails: Escalate for diagnostic assistance.
Labor Codes
Labor Code
Description
RRC722300100
RRC-72-23-001 not applicable
RRC722300101
Inspect 1st row RH seat belt automatic locking retractor sensor; replacement not required
RRC722300102
Inspect and replace 1st row RH seat belt automatic locking retractor sensor
Contact ServiceDocumentFeedback@rivian.com regarding labor codes and document content.
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Dear
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Rivian Automotive, LLC has decided that certain model year 2022 Rivian R1S and R1T vehicles fail to conform with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208 “Occupant Crash Protection.”
What is the problem?
If a passenger is seated in the front passenger seat and the seat belt automatic locking retractor is reporting “on” incorrectly, the passenger air bag may not deploy as intended.
In the event of a crash which is supposed to deploy the front passenger air bag, the occupant may have an increased risk of injury due to a reduced deployment or lack of deployment.
What will Rivian do?
Rivian will offer no appointment necessary visits to Rivian Service Centers and pop-up locations up to 6 days a week to inspect and replace, if necessary, passenger seat belt system components in the affected vehicles, which can be done in less than a half an hour during the same visit. The recall service will be available at no cost to you.
What should you do?
Information about Rivian Service Centers and pop-up service locations, that will offer expanded hours of operation and service without an appointment, are listed on our website. https://rivian.com/support/article/recall-information
If you need additional information or to schedule an appointment, you can also call 855-RIVIAN5 (855-748-4265), 24/7-365.
Do you have other questions?
If you have further questions, please call Rivian Service at 1-855-748-4265. For additional information please visit NHTSA.gov/recalls. If you believe that Rivian has failed or is unable
to remedy the defect within a reasonable time or without charge, you may submit a complaint to the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue S.E., Washington, D.C. 20590, or call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hot Line at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.safercar.gov.
Thank you for your attention to this important matter. The quality and safety of your vehicle
is of the utmost importance to us.
Rivian
IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
This notice applies to your vehicle, VIN XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
2022 Rivian R1T & R1S
ALR Incorrect Status
NHTSA Recall No. 23V-109
Rivian Recall No. FSAM-1166
For updated information, please visit NHTSA.gov/recalls
14600 Myford Road | Irvine, California 92606 | 1-855-748-4265
Federal law requires any lessor who receives this notification pertaining to any leased motor vehicle to send the notice to the lessee within 10 days.

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-109
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Rivian Automotive, LLC FEB 22, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-109 Manufacturer Recall No. : FSAM-1166 Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Rivian Automotive, LLC Address : 13250 North Haggerty Road
PLYMOUTH MI 48170
Company phone : 999
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 12,716 Estimated percentage with defect : 1 %
Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2022-2022 Rivian R1T Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : NR
Descriptive Information : Certain 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles.
The potentially affected vehicle production period began on September 10, 2021, when Rivian Automotive, LLC (“Rivian”) started to build vehicles with the suspect seat belt systems and ended on September 15, 2022, when Rivian stopped building with the suspect seat belt systems. The suspect population was determined using the supplier’s seat belt system manufacturing records and Rivian component traceability information. Similar vehicles not included in this recall were built with seat belt systems that are not suspect. Production Dates : SEP 10, 2021 – SEP 15, 2022
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-109 Page 2 Vehicle 2 : 2022-2022 Rivian R1S Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : NR
Descriptive Information : Certain 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles. The potentially affected vehicle production period began on September 10, 2021, when Rivian Automotive, LLC (“Rivian”) started to build vehicles with the suspect seat belt systems and ended on September 15, 2022, when Rivian stopped building with the suspect seat belt systems. The suspect population was determined using the supplier’s seat belt system manufacturing records and Rivian component traceability information. Similar vehicles not included in this recall were built with seat belt systems that are not suspect. Production Dates : SEP 10, 2021 – SEP 15, 2022
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Noncompliance : Description of the Noncompliance : Rivian has determined that on certain R1T and R1S vehicles, the front passenger seat belt system does not comply with FMVSS 208 S14 which requires certification to frontal barrier belted and unbelted crash test performance requirements. A seat belt system supplier supplied components containing sensors that were dimensionally out of tolerance, which may prevent the automatic locking retractor “(ALR)” from functioning as intended. In the suspect vehicles, the ALR for the front passenger seat may incorrectly report its status as “on” when, in fact, it is off. This condition could change the airbag deployment strategy subject to certain FMVSS 208 performance requirements. FMVSS 1 : 208 – Occupant crash protection FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : If a passenger is seated in the front passenger seat and the ALR is reporting “on” incorrectly, the passenger air bag may not deploy as intended. In the event of a crash which is supposed to deploy the front passenger air bag, the occupant may have an increased risk of injury due to a reduced deployment or lack of deployment.
Description of the Cause : Due to a defect during supplier manufacturing of the seat belt system, the ALR sensor may not perform consistently. Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : There will not be a notification for some affected scenarios. In certain conditions, the customer may be made aware of the status of the passenger restraint system by the illumination of the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF lamp in the lower corner of the center display. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-109 Page 3 Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Seat Belt, 1st Row, RH Component Description : Seat Belt, 1st Row, RH
Component Part Number : C100002488-H, PT00002488-K, PT00002488-J Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Autoliv Address : NR
NR
Country : NR Chronology :
In July 2022, Rivian and the supplier reviewed the performance of a vehicle where the AIRBAG LIGHT OFF message was appearing with some passengers in the seat, resulting in a service request. Rivian began to investigate whether the signal status from the ALR was performing as intended.
From July 2022 to January 2023, Rivian and the supplier continued the investigation and collected additional suspect parts from the field for further analysis.
In February 2023, Rivian determined that a potential noncompliance to FMVSS 208, Occupant crash protection cannot be ruled out. As of the date of this filing, Rivian is not aware of any accidents or injuries related to this issue in any market. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-109
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : Rivian will inspect and replace, if necessary, passenger seat belt system
components in the affected vehicles free of charge.
Rivian is committed to reimbursing owners for previous out-of-pocket repairs according to the plan submitted to the agency on May 10, 2022; however, the passenger seat belt systems for the vehicles affected by this recall are covered under Rivian’s 5 year/60,000 miles new vehicle limited warranty. Rivian only began releasing vehicles to customers at the end of 2021. As no owners of these vehicles would have reached the end of the warranty period and therefore not incurred expenses for the warranted repair as a result of this condition, no notification regarding reimbursement under section 577.11 is necessary. Rivian has a policy and practice of reimbursing owners who have paid for a repair that subsequently becomes the subject of a field action. To ensure consistency, Rivian, as part of the owner letter, will request that customers send the original receipt and/or other adequate proof of payment to the company for confirmation of the expense.
How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production :
The remedy component will be passenger seat belt system components that properly detect the ALR status.
NR Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : Rivian will begin notifying affected customers via e-mails, texts, and in
vehicle messaging on the center display as soon as possible. We will mail notifications on or before April 8, 2023. On or before April 8, 2023. As a direct-to consumer manufacturer, Rivian owns and operates all of the Company’s sales and service operations. As all “dealers” are Rivian owned entities, notification will be through internal means to our licensed store and service operations addressing this recall on or before the date set forth in this response.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : APR 08, 2023 – APR 08, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : APR 08, 2023 – APR 08, 2023
* NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-109
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Rivian Automotive, LLC FEB 28, 2023 NHTSA Recall No. : 23V-109 Manufacturer Recall No. : FSAM-1166 Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Rivian Automotive, LLC Address : 13250 North Haggerty Road
PLYMOUTH MI 48170
Company phone : 999
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 12,716 Estimated percentage with defect : 1 %
Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2022-2022 Rivian R1T Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : PICKUP TRUCK Power Train : NR
Descriptive Information : Certain 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles.
The potentially affected vehicle production period began on September 10, 2021, when Rivian Automotive, LLC (“Rivian”) started to build vehicles with the suspect seat belt systems and ended on September 15, 2022, when Rivian stopped building with the suspect seat belt systems. The suspect population was determined using the supplier’s seat belt system manufacturing records and Rivian component traceability information. Similar vehicles not included in this recall were built with seat belt systems that are not suspect. Production Dates : SEP 10, 2021 – SEP 15, 2022
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-109 Page 2 Vehicle 2 : 2022-2022 Rivian R1S Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : NR
Descriptive Information : Certain 2022 R1T and R1S vehicles. The potentially affected vehicle production period began on September 10, 2021, when Rivian Automotive, LLC (“Rivian”) started to build vehicles with the suspect seat belt systems and ended on September 15, 2022, when Rivian stopped building with the suspect seat belt systems. The suspect population was determined using the supplier’s seat belt system manufacturing records and Rivian component traceability information. Similar vehicles not included in this recall were built with seat belt systems that are not suspect. Production Dates : SEP 10, 2021 – SEP 15, 2022
VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Noncompliance : Description of the Noncompliance : Rivian has determined that on certain R1T and R1S vehicles, the front passenger seat belt system does not comply with FMVSS 208 S14 which requires certification to frontal barrier belted and unbelted crash test performance requirements. A seat belt system supplier supplied components containing sensors that were dimensionally out of tolerance, which may prevent the automatic locking retractor “(ALR)” from functioning as intended. In the suspect vehicles, the ALR for the front passenger seat may incorrectly report its status as “on” when, in fact, it is off. This condition could change the airbag deployment strategy subject to certain FMVSS 208 performance requirements. FMVSS 1 : 208 – Occupant crash protection FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : If a passenger is seated in the front passenger seat and the ALR is reporting “on” incorrectly, the passenger air bag may not deploy as intended. In the event of a crash which is supposed to deploy the front passenger air bag, the occupant may have an increased risk of injury due to a reduced deployment or lack of deployment.
Description of the Cause : Due to a defect during supplier manufacturing of the seat belt system, the ALR sensor may not perform consistently. Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : There will not be a notification for some affected scenarios. In certain conditions, the customer may be made aware of the status of the passenger restraint system by the illumination of the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF lamp in the lower corner of the center display. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-109 Page 3 Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Seat Belt, 1st Row, RH Component Description : Seat Belt, 1st Row, RH
Component Part Number : C100002488-H, PT00002488-K, PT00002488-J Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Autoliv ASP, Inc. Address : 1320 Pacific Drive
Auburn Hills Michigan 48326
Country : United States Chronology :
In July 2022, Rivian and the supplier reviewed the performance of a vehicle where the AIRBAG LIGHT OFF message was appearing with some passengers in the seat, resulting in a service request. Rivian began to investigate whether the signal status from the ALR was performing as intended.
From July 2022 to January 2023, Rivian and the supplier continued the investigation and collected additional suspect parts from the field for further analysis.
In February 2023, Rivian determined that a potential noncompliance to FMVSS 208, Occupant crash protection cannot be ruled out. As of the date of this filing, Rivian is not aware of any accidents or injuries related to this issue in any market. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-109
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : Rivian will inspect and replace, if necessary, passenger seat belt system
components in the affected vehicles free of charge.
Rivian is committed to reimbursing owners for previous out-of-pocket repairs according to the plan submitted to the agency on May 10, 2022; however, the passenger seat belt systems for the vehicles affected by this recall are covered under Rivian’s 5 year/60,000 miles new vehicle limited warranty. Rivian only began releasing vehicles to customers at the end of 2021. As no owners of these vehicles would have reached the end of the warranty period and therefore not incurred expenses for the warranted repair as a result of this condition, no notification regarding reimbursement under section 577.11 is necessary. Rivian has a policy and practice of reimbursing owners who have paid for a repair that subsequently becomes the subject of a field action. To ensure consistency, Rivian, as part of the owner letter, will request that customers send the original receipt and/or other adequate proof of payment to the company for confirmation of the expense.
How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production :
The remedy component will be passenger seat belt system components that properly detect the ALR status.
NR Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : Rivian will begin notifying affected customers via e-mails, texts, and in
vehicle messaging on the center display as soon as possible. We will mail notifications on or before April 8, 2023. On or before April 8, 2023. As a direct-to consumer manufacturer, Rivian owns and operates all of the Company’s sales and service operations. As all “dealers” are Rivian owned entities, notification will be through internal means to our licensed store and service operations addressing this recall on or before the date set forth in this response.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : APR 08, 2023 – APR 08, 2023
Planned Owner Notification Date : APR 08, 2023 – APR 08, 2023
* NR – Not Reported

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