Rivian R1S SUV Requires New Backup Light Design To Meet Regulations | Carscoops

A design flaw in the Rivian R1S all-electric SUV may mean that you could miss the reverse light when the vehicle is backing up.

that the R1S does make the reverse operating sound, as required by federal regulations. That should help warn pedestrians to the approach of a reversing vehicle, even if they can’t see the white back-up light. The vehicle’s onboard sensors are also working as intended, which should help the SUV’s driver avoid collisions.The company was made aware that the reverse lights on the R1S are non-compliant on March 8, 2023.

The automaker says it has revised the design of the vehicle’s taillights, and will install the new units in vehicles affected by this issue. Rivian will start reaching out to customers on May 20 to alert them to the existence of the

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