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A securities class action lawsuit has been filed against Lucid Group Inc. (NASDAQ: LCID) alleging the electric-vehicle maker misled investors about a supplier quality issue that disrupted deliveries of its Gravity SUV, with a July 28 lead plaintiff deadline.
"The company and its executives violated federal securities laws by making false and misleading statements," the complaint alleges, according to the filing. The lawsuit seeks damages for investors who purchased Lucid securities between Feb. 25 and April 13.
Lucid delivered only 3,093 vehicles in the first quarter of 2026 after a 29-day delivery disruption caused by a supplier seat defect, the company disclosed April 3. First-quarter revenue came in at $280 million to $284 million, well below the consensus estimate of $433.8 million, according to the complaint. The company also raised $1.05 billion in new capital and reported a net loss of more than $1 billion, or GAAP earnings per share of negative $3.46.
The class action alleges that Lucid and its executives failed to disclose that a supplier quality issue had significantly disrupted Gravity deliveries and that the company had overstated its manufacturing and delivery capabilities. The stock fell sharply across multiple trading sessions as the information emerged, causing substantial losses for shareholders. Investors have until July 28 to seek appointment as lead plaintiff in the case, which was filed in federal court. The lead plaintiff is typically the investor with the largest financial interest in the relief sought who is adequate and typical of class members. Multiple law firms, including Faruqi & Faruqi LLP and Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC, are representing investors in the action.
The lawsuit adds to Lucid's financial challenges as the company works to scale production of the Gravity SUV while burning through cash. The company reported negative free cash flow of $3.8 billion in fiscal 2025 and implemented an 18% workforce reduction earlier this year to manage operating losses. Investors will watch for the court's lead plaintiff appointment and any subsequent developments in the litigation.
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