Recall 23V523 affects 778 2022-2023 Lucid Air vehicles for software that mishandles inverter failures. Lucid released a free OTA update.
Lucid is recalling 778 2022-2023 Air vehicles under recall 23V523 because software versions 2.0.64 and older are at risk of not responding properly to an inverter power module failure. A loss of drive power without warning increases crash risk, and Lucid dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The affected part is Lucid Air software that watches the inverter power module, which helps control power sent from the battery to the drive motors. On 2022-2023 Air vehicles, that software is supposed to recognize a power module failure and give the driver time to pull over before power is reduced or the drive motor shuts down.
With software versions 2.0.64 and older, the vehicle does not always handle that failure correctly. The software can miss the normal warning sequence, open fuses, and leave the vehicle without drive power. Version 2.0.66 or later changes that response so the driver gets at least a 2-minute warning before power is lost.
Owners can see a drive system fault message telling them to pull over and contact Customer Care, a yellow or red warning triangle, or a turtle icon. In the failure condition behind this recall, those signs did not always appear before power was lost.
Who's affected?
Both Air model years share the same recalled electrical system software, Software Version 2.0.64.
| 2022 Lucid Air | electrical system software |
|---|---|
| 2023 Lucid Air | electrical system software |
| Units affected | 778 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 7 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific sedan.
What's the safety risk?
A loss of drive power without warning increases crash risk because the vehicle can stop responding while in traffic. If a drive-system fault message, warning triangle, or turtle icon appears, pull over where safe and contact Lucid. Schedule the software update promptly. Repair is free at any franchised Lucid dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022-2023 Lucid Air is included in this recall.
- Install Lucid's free OTA software update that corrects the inverter-failure response tied to loss of drive power.
- Contact Lucid customer service at 1-888-995-8243 if the update is unavailable in the vehicle or you need help completing it.
- Bring the recall notice if Lucid mailed one. If not, reference recall number 23V523 and Lucid recall SR-23-04-0 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the update is complete; the recalled software can allow a loss of drive power without warning.
What happens at the repair
For this recall, the remedy is an over-the-air Lucid software update, not a parts replacement. The update is free and available now. It updates vehicle software so the Air responds properly to an inverter power module failure. If you already paid to obtain a remedy for this defect from initial vehicle delivery through 10 days after Lucid mailed the owner letter, contact Lucid Customer Care about pre-notice reimbursement.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 27, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 4, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| August 4, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 25, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| September 25, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V523?
Recall 23V523 covers 778 2022-2023 Lucid Air vehicles with software that can fail to respond properly to an inverter power module failure. That can cause loss of drive power without warning, increasing crash risk. Lucid released a free over-the-air software update.
What should I do if my 2022-2023 Lucid Air is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Air is included in recall 23V523. If it is, confirm that the over-the-air software update has been installed. If the update is missing or unclear, contact Lucid customer service at 1-888-995-8243 and reference recall SR-23-04-0.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair the defect at no cost, and Lucid released the over-the-air software update free of charge. You do not pay for the recall software update tied to recall 23V523.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of drive power without warning. If the software does not respond properly to an inverter power module failure, the vehicle can lose drive power while in use, increasing crash risk. Confirm the free software update is installed.
What warning signs should I watch for?
There is no warning sign before the loss of drive power described in recall 23V523. The source filing says the vehicle can lose drive power without warning after an inverter power module failure. That is why the VIN check and free software update matter.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V523000 |
|---|---|
| Lucid customer service | 1-888-995-8243 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V523 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V523000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →