Recall 26V193 affects 3,627 2024-2026 Lucid Air vehicles for improperly secured half-shaft bolts. Repair is free at any franchised Lucid dealer.
Lucid is recalling 3,627 2024-2026 Air vehicles equipped with Pure Rear-Wheel Drive because improperly secured bolts can let the half-shaft disconnect from the drive unit. A disconnected half-shaft can cut drive power and increase crash risk, and Lucid dealers will inspect and secure the bolts free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The half-shaft on 2024-2026 Lucid Air Pure Rear-Wheel Drive vehicles is the driveline shaft that carries power from the drive unit to the rear wheels. The Air Pure RWD has one drive unit, so that connection is the path that moves the vehicle when you press the accelerator. Bolts hold the half-shaft to the drive unit, and those bolts depend on clean parts, intact adhesive, and correct tightening during assembly.
On recalled vehicles, the half-shaft bolts were not properly secured. Lucid traced the problem to interrupted torque work during the adhesive curing window, with added risk from damaged bolt adhesive, contamination on the half-shaft, or reuse of bolts after adhesive had cured. If the bolts loosen enough, the half-shaft can disconnect from the drive unit and the vehicle can lose drive power.
There is no warning sign before failure. Lucid describes the loss of drive power as unwarned, so an owner should not expect a clear early symptom before the half-shaft disconnects.
Who's affected?
The scope runs across three model years and two related component categories: driveline and electric propulsion system.
| 2025 Lucid Air | driveline |
|---|---|
| 2026 Lucid Air | electric propulsion system |
| 2026 Lucid Air | driveline |
| 2025 Lucid Air | electric propulsion system |
| 2024 Lucid Air | driveline |
| 2024 Lucid Air | electric propulsion system |
| Units affected | 3,627 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
A disconnected half shaft can cause a loss of drive power, which increases the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure. If the Air loses drive power, pull over safely, avoid continuing the trip, and arrange service. Repair is free at any franchised Lucid dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024-2026 Lucid Air is included in this recall.
- Contact a Lucid service center to schedule the free bolt replacement that secures the half-shaft to the drive unit.
- Bring the recall notice if Lucid has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 26V193 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Pull over safely if drive power drops.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Lucid technician removes the affected half-shaft bolts and installs new bolts. The recall repair is available now, and parts and labor are free. If you already paid to fix this safety defect, Lucid's reimbursement program covers reasonable costs from initial vehicle delivery through 10 days after Lucid mails the owner letter for this defect. Contact Lucid Customer Care at 1-888-995-8243 to start that claim and ask what documentation they need.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 26, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 22, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| May 22, 2026 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V193?
Recall 26V193 covers 3,627 2024-2026 Lucid Air vehicles equipped with Pure Rear-Wheel Drive. Improperly secured bolts can let the half-shaft disconnect from the drive unit, causing loss of drive power and increasing crash risk. Lucid will install new bolts for free.
What should I do if my 2024-2026 Lucid Air is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Air is included in recall 26V193. If it is, contact Lucid to schedule the bolt replacement. Reference recall number 26V193 and Lucid recall number SR-26-03-0 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the Lucid Air recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Lucid says it will remove and install new bolts free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included vehicles.
What is the safety risk in recall 26V193?
The safety risk is loss of drive power. If the half-shaft disconnects from the drive unit, the vehicle can lose propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. The free repair replaces the affected bolts before that failure occurs.
When will Lucid notify owners about recall 26V193?
Lucid is scheduled to mail owner notification letters on May 22, 2026. You do not need to wait for a letter to confirm whether your vehicle is included. Check your VIN, then contact Lucid at 1-888-995-8243 if the recall applies.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V193000 |
|---|---|
| Lucid customer service | 1-888-995-8243 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V193 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V193000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →