Rivian R1T (2022) recall: Defrost/defogging system failure risks crash
Rivian is recalling 2022 R1T vehicles with defrost and defogging system issues that could reduce driver visibility and increase crash risk. Owners must install a free software update.
Use caution until it’s fixed
The inability to operate the windshield defrosting and defogging system can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
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What happened, in plain English
Rivian is recalling certain 2022 R1T electric trucks because a software update may have disabled the defrost and defogging system, potentially reducing driver visibility and increasing crash risk. This affects vehicles purchased between specific dates. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/81079-rivian-r1t-2022-recall-defrost-defogging-system-failure-risks-crash.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/81079-rivian-r1t-2022-recall-defrost-defogging-system-failure-risks-crash · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #23V783000
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“Rivian R1T (2022) recall: Defrost/defogging system failure risks crash.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/81079-rivian-r1t-2022-recall-defrost-defogging-system-failure-risks-crash. Based on NHTSA recall #23V783000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V783000).
Why it’s dangerous
The defrost and defogging system failure can cause windows to become foggy or icy, reducing driver visibility. This increases the risk of crashes, especially in cold or humid weather conditions.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2022 R1T vehicles with the specific software update may be affected. Drivers using these vehicles in cold or humid conditions are at higher risk due to visibility issues.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2022 R1T vehicle received a notification letter dated December 21, 2023, or if you have the software update that may have deactivated the defrost/defogger controls.
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What to do — step by step
Install Software Update
Download and install the free over-the-air software update from Rivian's customer service.
Contact Customer Service
Call Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261 to confirm your vehicle is affected and get instructions.
What NHTSA says to do
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.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
Owners were mailed letters 30 days after NHTSA received the defect report.
- NHTSA received the defect report
- Owner letters mailed
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
Contact Rivian
We’ve drafted a message you can send Rivian to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 23V783000 — Rivian R1T (2022) recall: Defrost/defogging system failure risks crash Hello, I own a Rivian R1T (2022) recall: Defrost/defogging system failure risks crash that is covered by recall 23V783000 from Rivian. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #23V783000 (November 21, 2023)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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