The problem
Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Air vehicles equipped with rear-wheel drive. The Gen 4 inverter may experience internal friction and become damaged, causing a loss of drive power.
The risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Lucid will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update to continually inspect for an inverter failure. If a failure is detected Lucid will replace the inverter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2026. Owners may contact Lucid at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-26-05-0.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 26V-309 (26V309000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | SR-26-05-0 |
| Manufacturer | Lucid USA, Inc. |
| Component | Electrical system › Propulsion system › Inverter |
| Report date | May 13, 2026 |
| Owners notified | July 8, 2026 |
| Vehicles affected | 2,039 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the electrical system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 26V-309 repair free?
Yes. Lucid dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Lucid will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update to continually inspect for an inverter failure. If a failure is detected Lucid will replace the inverter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2026.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 2,039 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.