What is the major known defect affecting the 2023 Rivian R1S, and what should owners check?
Affected 2023 R1S (and R1T) models can have a front steering knuckle that cracks or separates, which may cause the wheel to shift, tire-to-wheel-well contact, increased steering effort, or complete loss of steering. This recall is NHTSA campaign 23V660, and the remedy is free through Rivian. Owners should verify the recall was completed and be alert for front-end clunks, pulling, or abnormal steering effort.