repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: software
Park outsideNewRisk. An overheated circuit increases the risk of a fire.
2022 Lucid AIRProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 24 owner complaints about the 2022 Lucid AIR, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 15 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-076 the manufacturer reports only 79% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 4, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2022 Lucid AIR has problems
24 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
7Electrical system
6Power train
5Fuel/propulsion system1 crash/fire/injury
4Forward collision avoidance2 crash/fire/injury
2Air bags
2Seats
2Tires
2Wheels
1Visibility
44 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 7 | 0 |
| Power train | 6 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | 2 |
| Air bags | 2 | 1 |
| Seats | 2 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 |
| 4 other systems | 4 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
15 recalls
2022 Lucid AIR recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
NewRisk. A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. A rearview image that does not appear or fails to accurately depict behind the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Management: software
Risk. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2026 Q2
Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system
Risk. A high voltage coolant heater that fails to defrost the windshield can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Adaptive cruise control: software
Risk. A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system
Risk. A high voltage coolant heater that fails to defrost the windshield can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Mid/rear assembly: seat heater/cooler
Risk. Overheated rear seats can increase the risk of a burn injury.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Back over prevention: display function
Risk. A rearview camera image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Electrical system: software
Risk. A loss of drive power without warning increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Visibility/wiper
Risk. Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Propulsion system: fuses, relays, contacts, and shunts
Risk. Power loss will shut down electric motors, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Structure: frame and members
Risk. A detached tow eye bracket can separate the vehicle from the tow truck, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. Disabled display screens will not show critical information, such as the speedometer, gear selection indicators, and warning lights, which can increase the…
repaired · 2024 Q1
Suspension: front
Risk. A sudden drop in ride height while driving can cause a loss of vehicle control.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Lucid.
Best & worst years
2022 vs. every other AIR year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the AIR median. How we score
'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2022 Lucid AIR, and the recalls they led to.
- High Voltage Coolant Heaters may fail to defrost windshieldOpen
- High Voltage Coolant Heater DelaminationNo recall
In owners' words
What AIR owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
2022 Lucid Air suffered a total loss of power without any warning at approximately 10 PM on July 29, 2023, while driving 65+ mph on the Jersey Turnpike. The car’s dashboard suddenly flashed “System Failure” and immediately started to decelerate. I had approximately 30 seconds to weave across 2…
We have a long, approximately 70 yards, driveway. When backing up and reaching 5 mph the car brakes violently, causing me to make a three-point turn around so I go out facing forward Every software update, and I’ve; lost count in February alone, breaks our profiles and causes me to have to redo our…
Driving 60mph vehicle shuttered and warning came on saying car was shutting off in 2 minutes. Drove to safe spot with brakes barely working and car shut down on side of road. 6 weeks old and 1,089 miles Concern, what happens at night on highway.
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