Lucid Recalls 2025-2026 Gravity SUVs Over Rearview Camera Software Defect
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Lucid USA, Inc. is recalling approximately 7,800 Gravity vehicles because the rearview camera image may fail to display, increasing the risk of a crash.
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This notice was issued by NHTSA on April 6, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) has issued a recall for certain 2025-2026 Gravity vehicles due to a software issue that may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying when the vehicle is placed in reverse. This defect means the vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects approximately 7,800 vehicles. The following models are included:
- 2025 Lucid Gravity
- 2026 Lucid Gravity
Affected vehicles are those operating on a software version prior to 3.3.20. The NHTSA campaign number for this recall is 26V018000, and Lucid's internal recall number is SR-26-02-0.
What You Should Do
Lucid has already released an over-the-air (OTA) software update to correct the issue. This update is provided free of charge to owners. Official owner notification letters are expected to be mailed by March 13, 2026. Owners who have questions or require further assistance may contact Lucid customer service at 1-888-995-8243.
Why This Matters
A rearview camera image that fails to display reduces the driver's visibility of the area behind the vehicle. This lack of visibility increases the risk of a crash or injury to pedestrians while the vehicle is in reverse.
Source
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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