2022-2026 Lucid Air Backup Camera Software Recall (26V017)
Lucid USA, Inc. · 10,816 vehicles · Reported January 16, 2026
Lucid USA, Inc. is recalling 10,816 2022-2026 Lucid Air vehicles. 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." A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. The fix is an over-the-air software update.
Recall 26V017 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V017000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | SR-26-01-0 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | January 16, 2026 |
| Manufacturer | Lucid USA, Inc. |
| Vehicles | 2022-2026 Lucid Air |
| Units affected | 10,816 |
| Component | Back Over Prevention > Software |
| Safety risk | A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Over-the-air software update |
What is wrong with the 2022-2026 Lucid Air in recall 26V017?
8.0 through 2.8.16.
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."
Is it safe to drive a 2022-2026 Air with recall 26V017?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing 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 26V017?
Recall 26V017 covers 10,816 vehicles: 2022-2026 Lucid Air.
NHTSA lists 10,816 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-2026 | Lucid | Air |
What is the fix for the Air backup camera 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 March 4, 2026. Owners may contact Lucid at 1-877-536-6620. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-26-01-0.
When was recall 26V017 announced?
Lucid USA, Inc. reported recall 26V017 to NHTSA on January 16, 2026. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as March 4, 2026.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| January 16, 2026 | Lucid USA, Inc. filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 26V017000. |
| March 4, 2026 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 8 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 26V017?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 26V017 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 26V017000. 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 26V017?
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 26V017000 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.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- 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 82 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 0 of them about the rearview camera.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the rearview camera have been filed since recall 26V017 was reported (0) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 82 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 0 of them involve the rearview camera. 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, 0 about the rearview camera
- 2022 Lucid Air: 24 complaints in total, 0 about the rearview camera
- 2025 Lucid Air: 14 complaints in total, 0 about the rearview camera
- 2024 Lucid Air: 10 complaints in total, 0 about the rearview camera
- 2026 Lucid Air: 6 complaints in total, 0 about the rearview camera
Can recall 26V017 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)).
Rearview camera faults are frequently fixed with a software update, but owners report the screen going black again weeks later. If that happens with your 2022-2026 Lucid Air, each return visit should be documented.
Because the remedy is an over-the-air update, there may be no repair order unless you take the 2022-2026 Lucid Air in. If the symptom continues after the update, get it documented at the dealer so it counts.
Earlier campaigns on these vehicles involving the same component: 25V670000.
California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.
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 26V017
Is the 26V017000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed March 4, 2026.
How do I know if my Air is part of recall 26V017000?
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.
Is it legal to drive with a blank backup camera?
Federal safety rules require new vehicles to have a working rearview image, which is why camera failures are recalled. Have it repaired, and use mirrors and extra care until then.
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 26V017000 (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.