Lucid AIR Problems by Year
NHTSA has 84 owner complaints and 19 safety recalls on file for the Lucid AIR, across 5 model years (2022–2026). The 2023 model year has the most complaints (29). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Lucid AIR years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical AIR year: 2023. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2023 AIR: 29 complaints, 12 recalls
- 2022 AIR: 24 complaints, 15 recalls
- 2025 AIR: 15 complaints, 7 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Lucid AIR problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 26 | 5 | 3 |
| Power Train | 19 | 5 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 14 | 4 | 8 |
| Service Brakes | 10 | 5 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 4 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 4 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 4 | 4 |
| Engine | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| Structure | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| Seats | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Tires | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 1 | 1 |
All Lucid AIR model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 AIR | 6 | 4 | 5★ | Electrical System | |
| 2025 AIR | 15 | 7 | 5★ | Forward Collision Avoidance | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2024 AIR | 10 | 9 | 5★ | Power Train | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2023 AIR | 29 | 12 | 5★ | Unknown or Other | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2022 AIR | 24 | 15 | — | Electrical System | More complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Lucid AIR years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2023 (29) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical AIR year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Lucid AIR?
Electrical System, with 26 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Lucid AIR have?
19 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.