Lucid is recalling 27,185 of its Air luxury sedans in the U.S. due to an exterior lighting circuit that could overheat and pose a fire risk. Owners are advised to park vehicles outside until a remedy is deployed.
The recall addresses a potential fire hazard in Lucid's luxury sedans, impacting vehicle safety and potentially brand reputation. The company has implemented a software fix, but the initial advisory for owners to park vehicles externally highlights the severity of the risk.
Lucid is initiating a recall of 27,185 of its flagship Air luxury sedans in the United States due to a potential fire risk. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) stated that an exterior lighting circuit in the vehicles could overheat, increasing the likelihood of a fire. Owners of the affected vehicles have been advised by the recall notice to park their cars outside and away from structures until a remedy is implemented. Lucid has already released an over-the-air software update to address the issue, according to NHTSA. RecallChecks.org indicates that Lucid has a safety score of 41 out of 100 for recall severity, ranking it 39th out of 52 makes, and that the electrical system is the most common area for Lucid recalls.