2025 Lucid Air Problems
Shopping for a used 2025 Lucid Air? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 14 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Transmission / Drivetrain the most reported area.
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This 2025 Lucid Air has 14 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Transmission / Drivetrain.
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2025 Lucid Air Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated energy efficiency for the 2025 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.
2025 Lucid Air Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2025 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 2025 Lucid Air has 14 owner complaints, 2 crash-related complaints, and 5 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Transmission / Drivetrain. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Lucid
- Model
- Air
- Model year
- 2025
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 14
- Crash-related complaints
- 2
- Safety recall campaigns
- 5
- Top reported component
- Transmission / Drivetrain
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPGe combined
- 128
- EPA MPGe city / highway
- 129 / 126
- Fuel type
- Electricity
- Electric range (miles)
- 512
- 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
Common problems
Most common 2025 Lucid Air problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
Uncategorized Issues
Complaint patterns center on Transmission / Drivetrain, Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB, Uncategorized Issues. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2025 Lucid Air?
The 2025 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.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2025 Lucid Air
Inspection Focus
- Inspect transmission/drivetrain performance during test drive.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for reported components.
- Have a mechanic inspect 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 reported components.
- Have a mechanic inspect before purchase.
- Test forward collision avoidance system in safe conditions.
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Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2025 Lucid Air, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
AI verdict
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
Complaints for the 2025 Lucid Air are concentrated in the transmission/drivetrain and forward collision avoidance systems, with a low number of total reports. Crash-related complaints are minimal, but the data is limited to a single model year.
- Transmission/drivetrain and forward collision avoidance (AEB) each account for 4 complaints, the highest among components.
- There are 5 recalls for the 2025 model year, though specific recall details are not provided.
- Only 2 crash-related complaints were reported out of 14 total.
- Transmission / Drivetrain issues are the most frequently reported component.
- Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB malfunctions are equally common.
- Brake System and Airbag Malfunctions each have 2 complaints.
Full breakdown
All 2025 Lucid Air complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2025 Lucid Air. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2025 Lucid Air. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
The car's phone connectivity is always an issue. The car locks when the phone is right next to it, for example, if you put kids or groceries in the back seat then it locks before you get to the front door. This is very annoying, but what makes it a safety issue is that when the d…
Catastrophic power train failure No warning,except immediately before failure Car rolled to stop Extremely busy road,average passing speed of vehicles 40-60 mph Rear wheels locked Dash indicating drive train error, unresponsive vehicle Manufacturer diagnosed rear drive failure, i…
I recently purchased a car with a salvage title that has been rebuilt and deemed road worthy. I then contacted the manufacturer to enquire about any recall issues and they indicated that there were two recalls to inspect the a part of the drive train and brakes. However, they i…
On 6 February 2026 on or about 1410 hours I was traveling west on Ledbetter Blvd., Dallas, TX. Our pool into a restaurant driveway to purchase food in upon parking. I noticed a long line going from north to south on the driver side windshield of my Lucid air 2025. I inspected the…
The contact owns a 2025 Lucid Air. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the air conditioner blower failed to operate while the heater was activated during the winter months, and the windshield could not be defrosted. The contact stated that the vehicle was purchas…
The contact owns a 2025 Lucid Air. The contact stated that while driving approximately 2 - 5 MPH in stop-and-go traffic, the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) suddenly activated and immediately caused the vehicle to stop. The contact released the accelerator and brake pedals, and…
The Lucid drive assist feature gets confused by lane splitting motorcycles in California. This incident has occurred to me multiple times, including most recently today. I drive in the high occupancy vehicle Lane, and during rush hour in the evening commute the left lane drives a…
UNKNOWN. I leased a 2025 Lucid Air on June 19, 2025, and quickly began to experience a sense of inner ear fullness and dizziness from driving the vehicle that often lasts for days. I immediately notified Lucid, but the company did not attempt a repair or suggest measures to add…
I am reporting a safety concern involving the airbag system of my 2025 Lucid Air (VIN: [XXX] ). I brought the vehicle to Lucid’s Tysons, VA service center due to a thumping sensation in the steering wheel while turning. On [XXX] Lucid diagnosed the issue as internal play in the b…
Driver assist Dream Drive Pro does not work. I have contacted the service center and called a dozen times and I’m told to wait for a software update. But this feature does not work and others have complained on social media. Example driving South bound 101 number one lane, Drive…
Myself and numerous other Lucid Air drivers of all different trim levels are unable to reliably shift out of park and into drive or reverse when entering our cars. This problem has gotten worse with a recent software update and Lucid seems to be acting slowly to fix it. It is a v…
I was stopped at a traffic light, two or three cars behind the line. My car was in Auto-Hold mode, with my foot resting lightly on the brake. I briefly turned my head to move a jacket from the center console to the passenger seat when, without warning, the car suddenly accelerate…
I picked up my vehicle from the Lucid distribution center on [XXX]. On [XXX] was driving back home on [XXX] having driven approximately 166.2 mile when the vehicle issue a drive system fault warning, lost power with a dashboard message also stating to pull over and call custome…
The vehicles turn signal inductors did not work. After I left my home and began to signal a lane change, I discovered that moving the turn signal stalk did not activate the signal indicator. Additionally, the instrument cluster shows 0 mph even while the vehicle was moving. Vi…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2025 Lucid Air.
Safety recalls
2025 Lucid Air recalls
5 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2025 Lucid Air. 5 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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
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Questions
2025 Lucid Air buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2025 Lucid Air reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 14 owner complaints, 2 crash-related complaints, and 5 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2025 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 2025 Lucid Air?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (4 complaints). #2: Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (4 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (3 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2025 Lucid Air?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2025 Lucid Air?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2025 Lucid Air, NHTSA complaints include 2 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 14 total complaints. 1 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2025 Lucid Air have any recalls?▾
Yes. 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2025 Lucid Air. A major recall area is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM. 5 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 2025 Lucid Air?▾
The 2025 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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