# Lucid recalls 27,185 Air sedans due to software fuse failure Electric vehicle recall issued over software-controlled fuse risking circuit overheating. - **Source:** [The Next Web](https://brifing.si/source/afe24b20-b275-4c19-b9a6-8bb3c8babae7) - **Published:** 2026-08-28 - **Topic:** [Business](https://brifing.si/c/business) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/56fa54ac-58d0-4257-a0e2-3ffb474b3cc0 ## Recall reason Lucid Motors is recalling 27,185 Air sedans due to a flaw in the software-controlled eFuse system. This system, designed to protect exterior lighting circuits, fails to cut power during excessive amperage, creating overheating and fire risks. The company advised owners to park away from structures until receiving a software update. ## Incident reports US filing records show three fires and four smoke incidents linked to this issue. The first case occurred in June 2023 involving a company-owned vehicle. Additionally, 33 warranty claims were filed for damaged stop lamp wiring. No injuries or fatalities have been reported. ## Technical details The problem stems from software-controlled eFuse replacing traditional fuses. A logic error allows circuits to remain energized at excessive amperage levels. Affected circuits include the front combination lamp and rear window stop lamp - both standard hardware components. The issue highlights risks in software-based protection systems. ## Remediation timeline Lucid released the fix in July 2025 and filed the recall on August 13. Remarkably, 75% of vehicles (20,719 units) had already received updates before the official recall. CEO Silvio Napoli previously admitted to investors that products were launched before being fully ready. ## European regulatory context The issue might have been detected faster in Europe, where software updates for sold vehicles have been regulated since July 2024. New rules mandate certified update management systems and assessments of whether updates alter approved vehicle characteristics. Safety fixes require documentation rather than being background processes. ## Sales context This marks Lucid's largest recall to date and the fourth for Air models this year. The company sold 15,841 vehicles in all of last year, making the recall affect nearly double its annual sales volume. The scale underscores quality control challenges during rapid expansion. ## Software's automotive role The incident underscores software's critical role in modern vehicles. While software-based solutions offer update advantages over traditional fuses, design flaws can create significant risks. Lucid's three-year gap in identifying the flaw reveals shortcomings in software validation processes. ## Industry implications The Lucid case exposes electric vehicle manufacturers' challenges with software safety. It particularly highlights quality control importance during growth phases. Europe's new regulations may help early detection of such issues. The incident proves hardware and software validation deserve equal emphasis for consumer safety. ## Sources covering this story - https://thenextweb.com/news/lucid-air-recall-efuse-software-fire-risk-eu-software-update-rules — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._