2026 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated August 2026
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2026 Lucid Air has 3 documented known issues, with 1 rated critical. The most serious is Air Pure RWD Half-Shaft Bolt Loosening / Half-Shaft Disengagement From Drive Unit. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Air vehicles equipped with Pure Rear-Wheel Drive. Improperly secured bolts may allow the half-shaft to disconnect from the drive unit.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Air vehicles operating a software version prior to 2.8.0. The lower console display may fail to show a rearview camera image or may show a delayed, inaccurate image of what is behind the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM
Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Air Pure rear wheel drive vehicles. The rear subframe wiring harness may be too short, straining the electrical connection and causing power loss to the rear drive unit (RDU).
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Air vehicles equipped with an AD02 package and operating a software version from 2.8.0 through 2.8.16. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Air vehicles equipped with Pure Rear-Wheel Drive. Improperly secured bolts may allow the half-shaft to disconnect from the drive unit.
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2026 Lucid Air has 3 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Air Pure RWD Half-Shaft Bolt Loosening / Half-Shaft Disengagement From Drive Unit, DreamDrive Phantom Braking on Highway Assist / Adaptive Cruise, Rearview Camera Image Fails or Lags on Reverse (FMVSS 111 Noncompliance). Of these, 1 is rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
The 2026 Lucid Air has 3 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 1 issue is rated critical: Air Pure RWD Half-Shaft Bolt Loosening / Half-Shaft Disengagement From Drive Unit. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
Half-shaft retaining bolts on rear-wheel-drive Air Pure models were not properly secured at assembly. Lucid traced the root cause to interruption of the torque operation during the thread-adhesive curing window, which left bolts with damaged or contaminated adhesive that can back… Severity: high.
Owners consistently report DreamDrive applying the brakes for obstacles that are not there, on both Highway Assist / Drive Assist and plain adaptive cruise control. The dominant trigger pattern in owner reports is passing large vehicles - 18-wheelers with trailers and RVs - with… Severity: medium.
Two separate software-caused rear visibility noncompliances have hit the Air. Under 25V670, cars running software prior to 2.8.0 could have the lower console display fail to show the rearview camera image at all, or show a delayed and inaccurate image of what is behind the vehicl… Severity: medium.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.
