Is the 2026 Lucid AIR reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2026 Lucid AIR?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 83% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2026 Lucid AIR have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

2026 Lucid AIR

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2026 Lucid AIR
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:35:59.699Z

Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 6
Recalls: 4
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2026: 6 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2022	23
2023	29
2024	10
2025	17
2026	6

Known problem areas

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Electrical system

5 of 6 total reports mention: electrical system.

CRASHINJURY

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We were driving Lucid Air fully EV Getting ready to park car in garage The car suddenly accelerated fully to extremely high speed It hit a brick column, brick flower pot and finally the exterior structural wall and the interior wall to land in...

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-24

Also filed under Structure and air bags

The contact owns a 2026 Lucid Air. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH, the message âFrunk â Hood Ajarâ was erroneously displayed, and the system software turned off the power to the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-14

Also filed under Latches/locks/linkages

The contact owns a 2026 Lucid Air. The contact stated that the heating system failed to blow hot air as intended.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-02-02

Structure

2 of 6 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.

CRASHINJURY

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the glass roof is cracked across from side to side, originating underneath the clasp above the back right door.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-04-30

Service brakes

1 of 6 total reports mentions: service brakes.

Power train

1 of 6 total reports mentions: power train.

Latches/locks/linkages

1 of 6 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2025-12-03Electrical system, power train25V669000 Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Air vehicles equipped with Pure Rear-Wheel Drive. Improperly secured bolts may allow the half-shaft to disconnect from the drive unit.

Remedy: Lucid will remove, inspect, and install new bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2025. Owners may contact Lucid at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-25-03-0.

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2026-03-04Back over prevention26V017000 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.

Remedy: Lucid has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 4, 2026. Owners may contact Lucid at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-26-01-0.

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2026-05-18Electrical system, power train26V193000 Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Air vehicles equipped with Pure Rear-Wheel Drive. Improperly secured bolts may allow the half-shaft to disconnect from the drive unit.

Remedy: Lucid will remove and install new bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2026. Owners may contact Lucid at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-26-03-0.

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Date not on fileElectrical system26V540000 Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Air vehicles. The exterior lighting circuit may have insufficient overcurrent protection, allowing the circuit to overheat.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicle outside and away from structures until the recall remedy is completed. Lucid has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.

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Buy-smart checklist

2026 Lucid AIR — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 26V540000 · Electrical system
Recall 25V669000 · Electrical system, power train
Recall 26V017000 · Back over prevention
Recall 26V193000 · Electrical system, power train

FAQ

Is the 2026 Lucid AIR reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Lucid AIR?: The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 83% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2026 Lucid AIR have?: 4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.