2022-2023 Lucid Air Electrical Software Recall (23V523)
Lucid USA, Inc. · 778 vehicles · Reported July 27, 2023
Lucid USA, Inc. is recalling 778 2022-2023 Lucid Air vehicles. Software versions 2.0.64 and older may not respond properly to an inverter power module failure, which can result in a loss of drive power without warning. A loss of drive power without warning increases the risk of a crash. The fix is an over-the-air software update.
Recall 23V523 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V523000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | SR-23-04-0 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | July 27, 2023 |
| Manufacturer | Lucid USA, Inc. |
| Vehicles | 2022-2023 Lucid Air |
| Units affected | 778 |
| Component | Electrical System > Software |
| Safety risk | A loss of drive power without warning increases the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Over-the-air software update |
What is wrong with the 2022-2023 Lucid Air in recall 23V523?
Software versions 2.0.64 and older may not respond properly to an inverter power module failure, which can result in a loss of drive power without warning.
Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Air vehicles. Software versions 2.0.64 and older may not respond properly to an inverter power module failure, which can result in a loss of drive power without warning.
Is it safe to drive a 2022-2023 Air with recall 23V523?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A loss of drive power without warning increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A loss of drive power without warning increases the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Air shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the software, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 23V523?
Recall 23V523 covers 778 vehicles: 2022-2023 Lucid Air.
NHTSA lists 778 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-2023 | Lucid | Air |
What is the fix for the Air electrical software recall?
Yes. The fix is an over-the-air software update.
Lucid has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2023. Owners may contact Lucid customer service at 1-877-536-6620. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-23-04-0.
When was recall 23V523 announced?
Lucid USA, Inc. reported recall 23V523 to NHTSA on July 27, 2023. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as September 25, 2023.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| July 27, 2023 | Lucid USA, Inc. filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 23V523000. |
| September 25, 2023 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 38 months ago. If your Air was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Air is part of recall 23V523?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 23V523 is open on your Air, it will be listed there.
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. It shows any open safety recall on your vehicle, including 23V523000. Your VIN is on the registration card, the insurance card, and the driver side of the dashboard where it meets the windshield. Recent recalls can take a few days to appear in the lookup.
What should Air owners do about recall 23V523?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 23V523000 applies to your Air.
- Call a Lucid dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Keep a simple log of any software symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Air owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 52 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 16 of them about the electrical system.
Since recall 23V523 was reported on July 27, 2023, owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the electrical system on these vehicles. 0 of them (0%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the electrical system and were received on or after July 27, 2023, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related electrical system issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 52 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 16 of them involve the electrical system. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2023 Lucid Air: 28 complaints in total, 10 about the electrical system
- 2022 Lucid Air: 24 complaints in total, 6 about the electrical system
Here is what some owners told NHTSA, in their own words (excerpts, unverified):
My vehicle was in the garage and the drive train failed. No other details were provided to me by the manufacturer.
2022 Lucid Air owner, VA, NHTSA complaint 11484559, filed September 15, 2022
Q: What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? A: Car lost all ability to move forward except for a very weak crawl of 1 or 2 miles per hour. The car is with the manufacturer at this point.
2022 Lucid Air owner, MN, NHTSA complaint 11487486, filed October 2, 2022
My drive system broke while going 70 miles per hour on the highway. Causing me to slow down instantly and gave me 30 seconds to pull over to the side of the highway.
2022 Lucid Air owner, IL, NHTSA complaint 11490910, filed October 26, 2022
Can recall 23V523 make my Air a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Owners often ask whether this software recall means their Air qualifies as a lemon. Not by itself. Song-Beverly looks at whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs use, value or safety and was not fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
Intermittent electrical problems are a frequent source of repeat repair visits: the dealer cannot reproduce the fault, the owner brings the 2022-2023 Lucid Air back, and the problem shows up again.
This recall is handled by an over-the-air software update, so many owners never visit a dealer. If the problem returns after the update, take the 2022-2023 Lucid Air to the dealer and make sure the visit is written up on a repair order. An update that does not work is still a failed repair.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Air went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
A software update can count as a repair attempt, especially if you complained about the problem or the update keeps being repeated. I've seen dealers do the same software update five or six times with no fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 23V523
Did the recall 23V523 fix work?
Since recall 23V523 was reported on July 27, 2023, owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the electrical system on these vehicles. 0 of them (0%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed September 25, 2023.
Is the 23V523000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Air is part of recall 23V523000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 23V523000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Lucid. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.