2024 Lucid Air: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2024 Lucid Air? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 7 complaints, with Transmission / Drivetrain as the top reported area.
2024 Lucid Air Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated energy efficiency for the 2024 Lucid Air. Values shown in MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent).
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 4 trims analysed.
2024 Lucid Air Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2024 Lucid Air 4 DR AWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
5.2% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
5.2% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2024 Lucid Air has 7 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 7 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Transmission / Drivetrain. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Lucid
- Model
- Air
- Model year
- 2024
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 7
- Crash-related complaints
- 1
- Safety recall campaigns
- 7
- Top reported component
- Transmission / Drivetrain
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPGe combined
- 129
- EPA MPGe city / highway
- 130 / 128
- Fuel type
- Electricity
- Electric range (miles)
- 516
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 5/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2024 Lucid Air Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Brake System
Electrical Faults
Complaint patterns center on Transmission / Drivetrain, Brake System, Electrical Faults. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2024 Lucid Air?
The 2024 Lucid Air shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2024 Lucid Air
Inspection Focus
- Inspect transmission/drivetrain performance during test drive.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for brake and electrical system repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect transmission/drivetrain performance during test drive.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for brake and electrical system repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2024 Lucid Air, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 7 NHTSA complaints for the 2024 Lucid Air, issues are concentrated in the transmission/drivetrain and brake system, with one crash-related report. The low complaint volume and single model year limit strong conclusions, but buyers may want to inspect these areas.
- Transmission/drivetrain complaints are the most reported component with 3 complaints.
- Brake system and electrical faults each account for 2 complaints.
- One crash-related complaint was reported.
- Transmission / Drivetrain
- Brake System
- Electrical Faults
All 2024 Lucid Air Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2024 Lucid Air. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2024 Lucid Air. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
On [XXX], at approximately [XXX], I arrived at the YMCA parking lot for my yoga class (located on [XXX], Mountain View, CA). While waiting for a parking spot, I put my Lucid Air in reverse to back up slightly. Generally, Lucid’s strong regenerative braking stops the car when the …
Main issue is that the vehicle will take about 30 seconds to unlock/awake, this is completely unacceptable! even the cheapest car on the market unlocks within a fraction of a second, this can also be a dangerous situation if i need to enter my vehicle quickly. Second issue is th…
Following the OTA software update to V2.6.16, the car will randomly refuse to shift out of Park and into either Drive or Reverse. This occurs after the car has been recently plugged in to charge as well as randomly regardless of charging activity. This is a significant safety i…
There was a safety recall, but Lucid told us the car was safe to drive while we waited for our service appointment. A couple of days before our appointment, (this past 2/9/2025) the car lost brakes, steering, and then completely bricked on the GWB. By great good fortune my wife,…
The recent software update v2.5.0 has been very unstable. The screens would often black out every 30 seconds and calls get cut off. But the biggest problem was it resetting profile while driving on the highway! Theres no way to fix it and we had to pull over on the side to switch…
I was driving on a residential road and the car signaled it had an error and the engine turned off immediately. I was left in the road and couldn’t move. After an hour the electric died. No hazards. I was put in a very dangerous situation for me and passerby’s.
Car lost power and shut down in the middle of the road. Very dangerous, almost got hit. I was able to get the car to the side of the road. The vehicle was not driveable. Call Lucid customer care and they towed the vehicle to the service center. No loaner was provided to me.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2024 Lucid Air.
2024 Lucid Air Recalls
7 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2024 Lucid Air. 7 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2024 Lucid Air Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2024 Lucid Air reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 7 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 7 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2024 Lucid Air shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Lucid Air?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (3 complaints). #2: Brake System (2 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (2 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2024 Lucid Air?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2024 Lucid Air?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2024 Lucid Air, NHTSA complaints include 1 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 7 total complaints. 1 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2024 Lucid Air have any recalls?▾
Yes. 7 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2024 Lucid Air. A major recall area is FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL:SOFTWARE. 7 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2024 Lucid Air?▾
The 2024 Lucid Air shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Transmission / Drivetrain during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Lucid Air reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.