repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: software
Park outsideNewRisk. An overheated circuit increases the risk of a fire.
2023 Lucid AIRProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 30 owner complaints about the 2023 Lucid AIR, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 12 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 October 23, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Lucid AIR has problems
30 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
11Electrical system2 crash/fire/injury
4Forward collision avoidance3 crash/fire/injury
3Vehicle speed control3 crash/fire/injury
3Service brakes2 crash/fire/injury
3Engine1 crash/fire/injury
3Power train
2Back over prevention
2Structure
2Visibility/wiper
98 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 11 | 2 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | 3 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 3 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 2 |
| Engine | 3 | 1 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 0 |
| 8 other systems | 9 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
12 recalls
2023 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
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 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 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.
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
2023 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
NHTSA crash tests
2023 Lucid AIR safety ratings
2023 Lucid Air 4 DR 4WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 5 stars (5.2% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2023 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.
I purchased my 2023 Lucid Air Touring new in April 2023. The vehicle began experiencing defects at approximately 1,100 miles, and numerous mechanical, electrical, and software problems have continued throughout my ownership despite repeated visits to authorized Lucid service facilities. Door Locks…
My car’s backup camera and main infotainment computer lag badly. It is available for inspection. When I start the car, I have to wait 20–30 seconds for the system to boot before it even lets me shift into reverse. Once in reverse, the backup camera stutters and lags significantly instead of showing…
The vehicle manufacturer (Lucid USA, Inc.) is refusing to perform federally mandated safety recall remedies under 49 U.S.C. § 30120 for open safety recalls SR-24-04-0 (NHTSA 24V-495) and SR-26-06-0 (NHTSA 26V540). Vehicle VIN [XXX] holds an official State of Arizona Restored Title. The vehicle is…
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