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Limited performance mode light (amber)

Amber: turtle silhouette inside a circle. · also called “limp mode light”, “reduced power light”, “turtle light”

What it means on rivian

Limited performance mode

Vehicle drive power is limited due to low battery charge, vehicle faults or cold ambient temperatures. The vehicle is safe to drive, but acceleration is limited. Solid yellow on the driver display.

Source · Manufacturer manual Rivian R1S Owner's Guide (US), October 2025 - Status Indicators and Power Gauge · checked

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Questions about the Limited performance mode light (amber) symbol

What does the Limited performance mode light (amber) symbol mean on Rivian cars?
Vehicle drive power is limited due to low battery charge, vehicle faults or cold ambient temperatures. The vehicle is safe to drive, but acceleration is limited. Solid yellow on the driver display.
What does the Limited performance mode light (amber) symbol look like?
Amber: turtle silhouette inside a circle. It is also called “limp mode light”, “reduced power light” and “turtle light”.

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