2022 Lucid Air Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2022 Lucid Air.

< older2023
Complaints
37
Crashes
7
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
14

Worst 2022 Lucid Air Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#16 complaints

Electrical Faults

#26 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:897 mi
#35 complaints

Fuel System

Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Lucid Air.

Electrical Faults
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
897
Fuel System
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2022 Lucid Air. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Recalls for 2022 Lucid Air

14 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~58,559 vehicles.

26V017000Back Over Prevention:software
~10,816 affected

Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Air vehicles equipped with an AD02 package and operating a software version from 2.8.0 through 2.8.16. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

25V670000Back Over Prevention:software
~22,319 affected

Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Air vehicles operating a software version prior to 2.8.0. The lower console display may fail to show a rearview camera image or may show a delayed, inaccurate image of what is behind the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

24V497000Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery Thermal:management:software
~5,251 affected

Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Air vehicles. When a hardware communication fault is detected, the High Voltage Interlock (HVIL) software could disconnect the high voltage contactors while the vehicle is in motion, causing a loss of drive power.

24V495000Visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac System
~7,506 affected

Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Air vehicles. The high voltage coolant heater may fail to defrost the windshield.

24V076000Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control:software
~189 affected

Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Air vehicles running software release versions 2.1.2 through 2.1.26. The software may cause a fault while the adaptive cruise control is on, resulting in a loss of drive power.

24V011000Visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac System
~2,042 affected

Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Air vehicles. The high voltage coolant heater may fail to defrost the windshield.

23V708000Seats:mid/rear Assembly:seat Heater/cooler
~1,267 affected

Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Lucid Air vehicles. Under certain conditions, temperature monitoring for the rear seat heaters could become inoperative and result in the rear seats overheating.

23V521000Wipers & Visibility
~5,523 affected

Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Air vehicles. The wiper arm nuts may loosen, causing the windshield wipers to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."

23V520000Back Over Prevention:display Function
~91 affected

Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Air vehicles with a software version between 2.015 and 2.0.50. The rearview camera image may fail to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

23V523000Electrical System:software
~778 affected

Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Air vehicles. Software versions 2.0.64 and older may not respond properly to an inverter power module failure, which can result in a loss of drive power without warning.

+ 4 more recalls

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2022 Lucid Air — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2022 Lucid Air reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2022 Lucid Air has 37 NHTSA complaints, 7 crash-related, and 14 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 6 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2022 Lucid Air?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (6 complaints); Transmission / Drivetrain (6 complaints, avg 897 mi); Fuel System (5 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Lucid Air?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 897 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2022 Lucid Air?
NHTSA complaints for the 2022 Lucid Air include 7 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2022 Lucid Air have any recalls?
Yes — 14 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 58,559 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2022 Lucid Air?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Lucid Air reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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