Head-to-head reliability
Lucid Gravity vs FORD F 150
How the Lucid Gravity and FORD F 150 compare on NHTSA complaints, recalls and crash reports — and which is the lower-risk used buy.
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint & recall records
Lucid Gravity vs FORD F 150: The Gravity has 15 complaints over 2 years (7.5/year) and 5 recalls, while the F-150 has 11,621 complaints over 10 years (1,162/year) and 151 recalls. The F-150 also has 330 crash-related complaints and 297 injuries. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Lucid Gravity or FORD F 150 more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Lucid Gravity
The Lucid Gravity is a new electric SUV with only two years of owner complaint data, averaging 7.5 complaints per year. Owners report serious issues like sudden loss of power at highway speed, driver-assist systems disengaging unexpectedly, and backup cameras failing. These problems can be frightening and may require dealer visits, but the low complaint count means the long-term pattern is still unknown.
FORD F 150
The Ford F-150 is a full-size pickup with a decade of complaint history, averaging over 1,100 complaints per year. The most common trouble spots are the powertrain, electrical system, and exterior lighting, with many owners reporting transmission limp mode, lead frame failures, and rear window shattering. With 151 recalls and hundreds of crash-related complaints, this truck has a well-documented record of recurring safety defects.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Lucid Gravity | FORD F 150 |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 15 Better | 11,621 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 5 Better | 151 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 330 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 7.5 Better | 1162.1 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 1 Better | 297 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 1 |
Source: NHTSA owner complaints & recall records.
What actually goes wrong
The problems owners report
The most-complained-about systems on each vehicle — what fails, and what owners say in their own words.
Lucid Gravity
- 01UNKNOWN OR OTHER4
- 02FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE4
- 03LANE DEPARTURE4
- 04VISIBILITY/WIPER3
- 05SEATS3
Owners describe sudden and severe loss of propulsion at highway speed, which can leave the vehicle stranded or create a rear-end collision risk. This is a critical safety concern because it happens without warning.
The hands-free driver assistance system (Highway Assist / DreamDrive) reportedly disengages without warning and can misjudge lane positions, causing near-miss rear-end events. Buyers should be aware that these advanced features may not work reliably.
Similar to forward collision avoidance, the lane-keeping system can unexpectedly disengage or misinterpret lane markings, especially during exits. This could lead to unintended lane drift if the driver is not fully attentive.
Complaints include the rearview/backup camera failing to activate and the electronic gear selector becoming unresponsive. A non-working camera makes reversing less safe, and a stuck gear selector can prevent the vehicle from moving.
“The problems with this vehicle placed my wife and me in several life-threatening situations for an extended period. The most serious event happened on [XXX] during Labor Day weekend traffic. The vehicle suddenly and severely lost propulsion at highway speed,…”
“Components are the HEAD UP DISPLAY (HUD) and the WINDSHIELD. The HUD mechanism is located on, and in, the dashboard. It projects/displays driving information on to the windshield at eye level of driver. During day time, typically bright, sunny days, the HUD a…”
FORD F 150
- 01POWER TRAIN3,648
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2,100
- 03UNKNOWN OR OTHER1,431
- 04EXTERIOR LIGHTING1,224
- 05ENGINE880
Owners frequently report transmission problems such as limp mode, getting stuck in 5th gear, and lead frame failures that can cause sudden loss of power or rough shifting. These issues often require costly repairs and can leave the truck undrivable.
The lead frame issue also appears under electrical complaints, along with output speed sensor failures that trigger limp mode. Electrical gremlins can be hard to diagnose and may recur even after software updates.
Some owners report the rear window shattering unexpectedly, sometimes linked to the defroster. This creates a safety hazard from flying glass and can be expensive to replace.
With 1,224 complaints, exterior lighting problems are common, though specific failure details are not provided in the sample. Faulty lights can reduce visibility and may not be covered after warranty.
“This lead frame issue is never ending. Well over a decade without a proper remedy. I’m very familiar with it. but this one nearly ended my life. After the near collision I called my mechanic and bought a new ford lead frame from a dealership. It’s doing fine…”
“My 2017 Ford F-150 V8 with the 6-speed automatic transmission has been experiencing a serious and recurring transmission malfunction. The truck has consistently, almost on a daily basis, gone into limp mode and become stuck in 5th gear. It also frequently fai…”
Official recalls
Safety recalls on record
Federal recall campaigns — the defect, the risk, and the fix. Confirm any open recall was completed before you buy.
Lucid Gravity — 5 recalls
The defect: Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Gravity vehicles operating a software version prior to 3.3.20. 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 Standar…
The risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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-26-02-0.
The defect: Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Gravity vehicles. The lap belt anchor brackets on the second row seats may have insufficient welds, which can cause bracket failure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 2…
The risk: Seat bracket failure can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Lucid will inspect and repair the seats or replace the seats as necessary, 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-26-04-00.
The defect: Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2026 Gravity vehicles. Incorrect backrest covers may have been installed on the front seats, preventing the side air bags from deploying correctly.
The risk: An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Lucid will inspect and replace the seat backrest covers as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2026. Owners may contact Lucid Customer Care at 1-888-99-LUCID or 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for t…
The defect: Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Gravity vehicles operating a software version prior to 3.3.20. 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 Standar…
The risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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-26-02-0.
FORD F 150 — 151 recalls
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater. Water and contaminants may get into the block heater cable's splice connector causin…
The risk: When the heater is plugged in, prolonged corrosion could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring which can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the block heater cable, free of charge. Once parts are available, Dealers will replace the engine block heater cable, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Ford…
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater and previously remedied under recall 18V894. During the previous repair, the block he…
The risk: A damaged cable could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the engine block heater from being used. When replacement cables become available, a second notice will be mailed and dealers will replace the engine block heater cord, free of charge. The…
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford F-150 Regular Cab and SuperCrew Cab vehicles. If a front seat belt pretensioner deploys as the result of a crash, the sparks may ignite materials such as carpeting or insulation within the B-pillar area.
The risk: A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove the B-pillar insulation material and wiring harness tape, and install heat resistant tape, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-…
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford F-150, and 2017 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty trucks. The doors on these vehicles may have a bent or kinked actuation cable or the door latches may freeze after water gets into the latch. Either condition can result in the do…
The risk: A door that opens while driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the door latch actuation cables and repair if necessary, and install water shields over the door latches, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer…
Buyer analysis
Lucid Gravity or FORD F 150: which should you buy?
The Lucid Gravity has far fewer complaints per year (7.5 vs. 1,162.1), but it is also much newer with only two years of data. The Ford F-150 has a long history of recurring powertrain and electrical defects that affect thousands of owners annually. In practice, the Gravity may have fewer reported issues, but its long-term reliability is still unproven.
Key differences
- The Lucid Gravity averages 7.5 complaints per year, while the Ford F-150 averages 1,162.1 per year, but the F-150 has ten years of data versus two for the Gravity.
- Lucid Gravity owners report sudden loss of propulsion and driver-assist disengagements, whereas Ford F-150 owners report transmission limp mode and lead frame failures.
- The Ford F-150 has 151 recalls and 330 crash-related complaints, compared to 5 recalls and 0 crash-related complaints for the Lucid Gravity.
- Both vehicles have visibility and electrical issues, but the F-150's rear window shattering and the Gravity's backup camera failure are distinct concerns.
- Test the backup camera and electronic gear selector thoroughly; complaints mention the camera failing to activate and the gear selector becoming unresponsive.
- During a test drive, engage the hands-free driver assistance system on a highway to check for unexpected disengagements or lane-keeping errors.
- Scan for transmission trouble codes and test drive at highway speeds to check for limp mode or rough shifting, especially in 2017 models with the 6-speed automatic.
- Inspect the rear window for cracks or signs of shattering, and test the defroster to ensure it does not overheat or cause damage.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and check for open recalls using the NHTSA VIN lookup tool.
- Have a pre-purchase inspection by a mechanic familiar with the specific model, focusing on the components mentioned in complaints.
- For the Lucid Gravity, verify that all software updates for driver-assist and backup camera systems have been installed.
- For the Ford F-150, ask about any transmission repairs or lead frame replacements, and request service records.
- Test all electronic features, including lights, cameras, and infotainment, during a thorough test drive.
Year by year
Which model years to avoid
Complaints per model year for both vehicles — lower is better. The spikes are the years to scrutinize.
| Year | Lucid Gravity | FORD F 150 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 15 | 35 |
| 2025 | 0 | 345 |
Check the actual car
Comparing models is smart. Checking the VIN is essential.
Brand averages tell you the trend. A VIN check tells you what's wrong with the specific Lucid Gravity or FORD F 150 in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Lucid Gravity vs FORD F 150
- Lucid Gravity total complaints
- 15
- FORD F 150 total complaints
- 11,621
- Lucid Gravity total recalls
- 5
- FORD F 150 total recalls
- 151
- Lucid Gravity avg complaints/year
- 7.5
- FORD F 150 avg complaints/year
- 1162.1
- More reliable overall
- Lucid Gravity
- Lucid Gravity top complaint area
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- FORD F 150 top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN