# Rivian R1S buying guide [Home](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/) › [Buying guides](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/guides) › Rivian R1S > Markdown copy of https://www.luxurycardeals.com/guides/rivian/r1s for AI agents and assistants. Link and cite that URL, not this one. Buying guide · 2022 on · Updated Oct 1, 2026 The first-generation R1S is a fast, practical electric SUV with a long recall history and early-build quirks, so build date and service records matter more than trim. **Median asking price: $64,545** (Across 587 live listings) - Asking prices: $46,900 to $114,105, middle half $61k to $69k - For sale: 587 - Lowest price: $46,900 - Model years: 2022 on - Versions for sale: 1 ## The R1S as a used buy The Rivian R1S is a three-row electric SUV that shares its platform with the R1T pickup, including the motors, battery packs, air suspension and electronics. This guide covers the first generation, 2022 to 2024. Rivian shipped running changes continuously, so the build date within a model year counts for more than usual. It suits a buyer who wants an electric family SUV with real off-road ability. Treat the third row as a children's row. Raise it and cargo space nearly disappears. Two things to settle before you commit: whether the recall work was done, and whether the car has ever refused to wake. Both are easy to ask about, and both can be checked. ## R1S years and versions Deliveries began in December 2022, so genuine 2022 cars are scarce. All of them are Quad-Motor Large Pack cars with 835 horsepower. They also carry the most early-build baggage, including a liftgate seal bulletin that names some 2022 cars. The 2023 model year brought Dual-Motor and Performance Dual-Motor drivetrains, which went on to sell in the largest numbers. The 2024 cars gained two entry-level batteries, the LFP Standard and Standard+ packs, while the gen-1 Quad-Motor ended. [squeezed.app's buyer's guide](https://squeezed.app/cars/rivian/r1s/2022) picks a 2023 or 2024 Dual-Motor Large Pack as the best gen-1 used buy, citing useful range, better efficiency and later builds that shipped with many first-year fixes applied. That is the car to look for in [used R1S listings](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/rivian/r1s). The R1S is mechanically near-identical to the R1T. If you do not need the rear seats, [our R1T buying guide](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/guides/rivian/r1t) covers the same drivetrain in pickup form. ## R1S versions for sale now Every version in our latest scan, most listed first. Each links to its own page with deal analysis and market history. | Version | Model years | For sale | Median price | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [R1S](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s) | 2022-2026 | 587 | $64,545 | ## Common R1S problems The R1S shares the R1T's early-build issues and adds a few of its own around the liftgate and rear seats. ### 12V drain and no-wake A parasitic draw on the 12V system can leave the SUV dead to the world while the main pack is full. Updates eased it, but squeezed.app says early cars can still strand you. ### Air suspension failures Compressor and air spring faults are the big-ticket item. Carlyle reports them between 40,000 and 90,000 miles, at $1,800 to $4,500. ### Control arm and half-shaft wear Front half-shaft and control-arm wear shows up at 30,000 to 50,000 miles, according to Carlyle, at $500 to $1,800 per repair. Separately, an October 2022 recall covered a front upper control arm fastener that may have been tightened improperly, which could affect steering control. ### Liftgate and hatch water leaks A service bulletin, listed by [BumperScan](https://bumperscan.com/tsbs/rivian/r1s/2022), covers some 2022 cars with a liftgate seal flange shorter than designed, letting water in near the upper liftgate or against the rear roof applique. The powered liftgate and rear hatch sealing are R1S-specific weak spots. ### HV connector corrosion A bulletin covers battery connectors on some 2022-2024 cars that may corrode in some climates. The result is a reduced-performance safe mode, and Rivian applies sealant. ### Wet front carpets Water can get into the front HVAC assembly on 2022-2024 cars and wet the front carpets, according to a service bulletin. ### Third-row seat damage Some 2022 cars have third-row backrests that mark easily when weight is put on them folded down. Rivian replaces them. ### Display failure A frozen center display or failed infotainment may need a whole new screen. Carlyle puts that at $1,000 to $2,500 out of warranty. ## What to check on a used R1S Most of the work here is paperwork and water. - Run the VIN to see whether the front upper control arm fastener recall was done. - Check every open recall at NHTSA's lookup, because a pre-purchase inspection cannot show whether a recall repair was done. - Fold and release the third row completely, and try the controls in the cargo area too. - Watch the powered liftgate open and close, and note any hesitation. - Lift the cargo floor and look for water stains near the rear hatch and taillight seals. - Press a hand into the front carpets and check for dampness, which can point to the HVAC leak. - Ask the seller about past 12V battery replacements and any time the car failed to wake up. - Compare tire wear with the mileage, since this heavy SUV wears tires fast. - Look at the folded third-row backrests for cosmetic marks if the car is a 2022. - Ask for the build date, since running changes make later cars within a year the better ones. ## R1S running costs Routine service is cheap. [Carlyle](https://carlyle.vin/maintenance/rivian/r1s) is the source for these figures. Carlyle lists a tire rotation and inspection every 7,500 miles, brake fluid every 36 months at $150 to $300, and a coolant change with early Quad-Motor drive-unit gear fluid service at 112,500 miles for $600 to $1,300. A 12V battery runs $200 to $400. Regen braking means pads and rotors typically last well beyond those on a gas SUV. The risk sits in the repairs listed above, mainly suspension and the display. Rivian's comprehensive warranty (5 years or 60,000 miles) and its battery and drivetrain warranty (8 years or 175,000 miles) pass to later owners, so check how much of each remains. Service runs through Rivian's own centers and mobile technicians, and squeezed.app says body shops have kept cars waiting when parts run short. ## R1S recalls and complaints NHTSA lists 22 recall campaigns for the R1S across 2022 to 2027. The more serious ones involve a front upper control arm fastener, a rear toe link that may have been reassembled incorrectly during service before March 10, 2025, front seat belt D-ring bolts on 2022-2025 cars, second-row seat belt retractor bolts on 2022-2026 cars, and side curtain air bag fasteners on 2022-2023 cars. Others cover a defroster software fault, fixed over the air, and a rearview camera image that may be obstructed by a notification. Owners have filed 166 complaints with NHTSA, most about air bags and electrical issues. These are reports, not proven faults. A campaign for one model year does not mean every car was affected, so check the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup. ## NHTSA recalls for the R1S Every recall campaign the carmaker filed with NHTSA for the 2022 to 2027 model years, newest first, as of Oct 31, 2026. Not every car of a listed year was affected: check a car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. | Campaign | Reported | Model years | Component | What can happen | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 26V597000 | Sep 16, 2026 | 2022 to 2027 | Back over prevention | An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. | | 26V508000 | Aug 6, 2026 | 2025 to 2026 | Exterior lighting | Turn signals that do not function properly increase the risk of a crash. | | 26V009000 | Jan 16, 2026 | 2022 to 2026 | Seat belts | An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not adequately restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. | | 26V003000 | Jan 5, 2026 | 2022 to 2025 | Suspension | The toe link joint may separate, increasing the risk of a crash. | | 25V585000 | Sep 8, 2025 | 2025 | Electrical system | Failure to detect another vehicle increases the risk of a crash. | | 25V537000 | Aug 22, 2025 | 2025 | Electrical system | A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. | | 25V387000 | Jun 12, 2025 | 2025 | Exterior lighting | Turn signals that do not function properly, failing to indicate the driver's intention to change direction, increase the risk of a crash. | | 25V370000 | Jun 3, 2025 | 2022 to 2025 | Seat belts | An improperly secured seat belt may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. | | 25V085000 | Feb 13, 2025 | 2025 | Exterior lighting | Headlight failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. | | 24V827000 | Nov 1, 2024 | 2025 | Electrical system | Deactivated exterior lighting reduces the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. | | 24V686000 | Sep 13, 2024 | 2025 | Vehicle speed control | The driver may not know how to activate or deactivate the cruise control without the proper markings, increasing the risk of a crash. | | 24V458000 | Jun 20, 2024 | 2022 to 2023 | Equipment | A vehicle with an incorrect maximum capacity weight value may be overloaded, which can increase the risk of a crash. | | 24V408000 | Jun 5, 2024 | 2022 to 2024 | Air bags | Damaged pillar trim panel clips can result in improper side curtain air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. | | 24V367000 | May 23, 2024 | 2023 to 2024 | Exterior lighting | Improperly aimed headlights can result in insufficient illumination of the road, decreasing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash. | | 24V319000 | May 9, 2024 | 2024 | Equipment | Without the dashboard label, operators may be unaware of the increased risks that an air bag poses to an infant or child in the front seat, increasing the risk of injury to occupants. | ## Owner complaints to NHTSA about the R1S Owners filed 166 complaints with NHTSA for the 2022 to 2027 model years (24 crashes and 1 fire reported). A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. A complaint can name more than one component. | Component | Complaints | | --- | --- | | Air bags | 36 | | Unknown or other | 36 | | Electrical system | 29 | | Forward collision avoidance | 23 | | Seats | 17 | | Service brakes | 15 | | Suspension | 15 | | Vehicle speed control | 15 | ## Best R1S deals right now 152 deals priced below market right now, the best by about $9,016. Members get the VIN, dealer, listing link and a ready-to-send negotiation email for each one. - 2023 Rivian R1S: asking $58,998 · $9k below market · 5,837 mi · Waldorf, MD · deal score 100 of 100 - 2024 Rivian R1S: asking $56,200 · $9k below market · 27,294 mi · Gilbert, AZ · deal score 100 of 100 - 2024 Rivian R1S: asking $65,790 · $8k below market · 12,865 mi · Ewing, NJ · deal score 100 of 100 - 2022 Rivian R1S: asking $56,885 · $7k below market · 15,791 mi · South Amboy, NJ · deal score 100 of 100 - 2025 Rivian R1S: asking $66,100 · $8k below market · 7,938 mi · Boise, ID · deal score 99 of 100 - 2024 Rivian R1S: asking $65,992 · $7k below market · 14,493 mi · Scottsdale, AZ · deal score 99 of 100 [Unlock all 152 deals](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/upgrade). Members see every deal's VIN, dealer and listing link, plus a negotiation email. ## R1S prices by model year Median asking price for each model year in our latest scan, with the number of cars listed and their price range. - [2026](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/rivian/r1s/2026): $84,999 (23 for sale · $71,958 to $114,105 · median 6,989 mi) - [2025](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/rivian/r1s/2025): $70,892 (114 for sale · $55,794 to $98,351 · median 18,633 mi) - [2024](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/rivian/r1s/2024): $66,231 (182 for sale · $51,871 to $79,299 · median 26,065 mi) - [2023](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/rivian/r1s/2023): $61,321 (223 for sale · $46,900 to $73,970 · median 36,440 mi) - [2022](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/rivian/r1s/2022): $59,717 (45 for sale · $48,194 to $69,300 · median 40,460 mi) [R1S price guide](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/prices/rivian/r1s) ## R1S fair values by trim and year Our fair value is what comparable cars, same trim and model year with typical miles, are listed at in our latest market data. A car well under it is worth a close look; a car well over it needs a reason. | Trim | Model year | Fair value | Typical miles | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Adventure | 2026 | $80,024 | 4,300 | | Adventure | 2025 | $71,357 | 16,900 | | Adventure | 2024 | $67,409 | 23,500 | | Adventure | 2023 | $62,842 | 31,300 | | Launch Edition | 2024 | $67,992 | 21,600 | | Launch Edition | 2023 | $62,472 | 33,600 | | Launch Edition | 2022 | $60,035 | 34,300 | | Ascend | 2026 | $102,200 | 5,100 | | Ascend | 2025 | $91,233 | 13,900 | | Adventure Dual Motor AWD | 2026 | $80,784 | 2,000 | | Adventure Dual Motor AWD | 2025 | $73,010 | 9,500 | | Ascend Tri Motor Max Pack | 2025 | $86,507 | 19,900 | ## R1S for sale now - [2023 Rivian R1S, Adventure](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s): $54,797 · 64,042 mi · Charlotte, NC - [2023 Rivian R1S, Adventure](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s): $56,084 · 61,900 mi · San Francisco, CA - [2025 Rivian R1S, Adventure](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s): $57,537 · 15,437 mi · Orem, UT - [2023 Rivian R1S, Adventure](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s): $61,998 · 33,429 mi · Oxnard, CA - [2024 Rivian R1S, Adventure](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s): $64,401 · 30,181 mi · Apple Valley, MN - [2024 Rivian R1S, Adventure](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s): $64,990 · 32,418 mi · Austin, TX - [2025 Rivian R1S, Adventure](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s): $65,121 · 14,832 mi · Inglewood, CA - [2024 Rivian R1S, Adventure](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s): $65,401 · 25,392 mi · Apple Valley, MN - [2025 Rivian R1S, Adventure](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s): $65,898 · 18,929 mi · Greensboro, NC - [2022 Rivian R1S, Launch Edition](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s): $66,100 · 17,198 mi · Hazelwood, MO - [2024 Rivian R1S, Adventure](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s): $66,401 · 22,601 mi · Apple Valley, MN - [2025 Rivian R1S, Adventure](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s): $71,199 · 16,352 mi · Lynnwood, WA - [2026 Rivian R1S, Adventure](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s): $71,958 · 9,414 mi · Visalia, CA - [2025 Rivian R1S, Adventure](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s): $78,084 · 4,430 mi · Costa Mesa, CA - [2026 Rivian R1S, Quad Motor Launch Edition Max Pack](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s): $113,175 · 5,243 mi · Grapevine, TX - [2023 Rivian R1S, Adventure](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s): $58,916 · 64,769 mi · Frisco, TX - [2023 Rivian R1S, Adventure](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s): $61,127 · 26,697 mi · Milwaukie, OR - [2023 Rivian R1S, Adventure](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s): $61,584 · 42,245 mi · Costa Mesa, CA - [2023 Rivian R1S, Adventure](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s): $61,998 · 24,444 mi · Denver, CO - [2023 Rivian R1S, Launch Edition](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s): $62,084 · 47,439 mi · San Francisco, CA - [2025 Rivian R1S, Adventure](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s): $62,343 · 4,230 mi · Newport, MN - [2023 Rivian R1S, Adventure](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s): $63,100 · 26,874 mi · Portland, OR - [2023 Rivian R1S, Adventure](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s): $64,402 · 20,633 mi · Sanford, FL - [2023 Rivian R1S, Adventure](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s): $64,900 · 25,865 mi · Hazelwood, MO [Every used R1S](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/rivian/r1s) ## Our verdict Buy a 2023 or 2024 Dual-Motor Large Pack, preferably a later build, and see what [the price guide](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/prices/rivian/r1s) says before you negotiate. [Consumer Reports](https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/rivian/r1s/2022/reliability/) rates the 2022 about average for reliability, but the 2022 cars carry the most bulletins and recalls. Skip one unless its paperwork is complete. Browse [cars for sale now](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/rivian-r1s-r1s), and [the cheapest listings](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cheapest/rivian/r1s) or [all used Rivians](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/rivian) if you want to compare. Insist on proof that the recalls are closed, a dry cargo floor and a car that wakes every time. Then work the third row and liftgate before you sign. ## Sources We read these pages and checked every fact in this guide against them. The words are ours. Researched Oct 31, 2026. - [Rivian R1S (Gen 1) Buyer's Guide](https://squeezed.app/cars/rivian/r1s/2022) (squeezed.app) - [Should You Buy a Used Rivian R1S? | What to Check](https://vehicleinspectors.com/vehicle-inspection/rivian/r1s/) (Vehicle Inspectors) - [Rivian R1S maintenance schedule, costs & known repairs](https://carlyle.vin/maintenance/rivian/r1s) (Carlyle) - [2022 Rivian R1S Technical Service Bulletins (50 TSBs)](https://bumperscan.com/tsbs/rivian/r1s/2022) (BumperScan) - [2022 Rivian R1S Reliability](https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/rivian/r1s/2022/reliability/) (Consumer Reports) - [2022 Rivian R1S Problems & Recalls: 13 Complaints](https://bumperscan.com/rivian/r1s/2022) (BumperScan) - [Recalls and owner complaints for the R1S](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) (NHTSA) ## Shop the R1S - [Used Rivian R1S for sale](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/rivian/r1s) (587) - [Rivian R1S price guide](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/prices/rivian/r1s) - [Cheapest Rivian R1S for sale](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cheapest/rivian/r1s) - [Used Rivian for sale](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/rivian) (994) ## More Rivian buying guides - [Rivian R1T buying guide](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/guides/rivian/r1t) (2022 on) - [All buying guides](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/guides) ## Latest Rivian R1S news - [Used luxury car asking prices hold steady on 24 of 49 models in October](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/news/luxury-car-market-report-october-2026) (Oct 31, 2026): All six of the biggest risers are sports cars or exotics, and all six of the biggest decliners are SUVs. The Ferrari SF90 Stradale rose in price yet takes months to sell. [All car news](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/news) ## R1S: common questions ### What is the best R1S to buy? A 2023 or 2024 Dual-Motor Large Pack is the best gen-1 R1S to buy, according to squeezed.app. It offers useful range and better efficiency, and later builds carry many first-year fixes. ### What goes wrong with the R1S? The main faults are 12V drain that can leave the car unresponsive, air suspension failures, front control-arm and half-shaft wear, and water leaks around the liftgate and HVAC. The R1S also has a long recall list, so check the VIN. ### Is the R1S reliable? Mostly average, with early-build caveats. Consumer Reports rates the 2022 R1S about average for its model year, but early cars have had 12V and sealing problems and many recalls. ### How much does it cost to run an R1S? Routine servicing is modest: Carlyle lists brake fluid at $150 to $300 and a coolant change at $600 to $1,300. Budget separately for suspension repairs at $1,800 to $4,500 and a display replacement at $1,000 to $2,500 once warranty runs out. ### How much is a used R1S? Asking prices for the 587 cars we track for sale right now run from $46,900 to $114,105, with a median of $64,545. Model year, version, mileage and history move the price most; the prices by model year and fair values on this page show where a car should sit. ### Has the R1S been recalled? NHTSA lists 22 recall campaigns filed for the 2022 to 2027 model years as of Oct 31, 2026, the latest for back over prevention. Not every car was affected, so check the VIN of any car you're considering at nhtsa.gov/recalls. --- Source: Luxury Car Deals, https://www.luxurycardeals.com/. Prices are live asking prices from US dealer listings in our latest scan, not sale prices. Cite as "Rivian R1S buying guide", Luxury Car Deals, https://www.luxurycardeals.com/guides/rivian/r1s (updated Oct 1, 2026). 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