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Severe Issues

2025 Lucid Air: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict

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. Current data includes 14 complaints, with Transmission / Drivetrain as the top reported area.

14
Complaints
2
Crashes
Fires
1
Injuries
Deaths
5
Recalls

2025 Lucid Air Fuel Economy

✓ EPA Official Data

EPA-rated energy efficiency for the 2025 Lucid Air. Values shown in MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent).

129
MPGe City
114149 range
126
MPGe Hwy
109142 range
128
MPGe Combined
112146 range
512
Miles Range
Electricity
💰Saves $9,000 vs. avg vehicle over 5 years

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 AWD

Official crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.

Overall

5/5

5.2% rollover risk

Frontal Crash

5/5

Side Crash

5/5

Rollover

5/5

5.2% probability

Stability Control: StandardForward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.

Quick Answer

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.

2025 Lucid Air — key reliability facts
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

Most Common 2025 Lucid Air Problems

Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.

#1
4
complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

#2
4
complaints

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB

Crash-related:1
#3
3
complaints

Uncategorized Issues

Crash-related:1

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Key Findings
  • 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.
Top Concerns
  • 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.
Data note: NHTSA complaints are consumer-submitted and do not confirm a manufacturing defect. The sample size is very small (14 complaints) and covers only one model year, reducing reliability. Recall information is not linked to specific complaints in this dataset.

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.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Transmission / Drivetrain4
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB41
Uncategorized Issues31
Brake System21
Airbag Malfunctions21
Structural Problems1
Electrical Faults1
Unintended Acceleration1
Visibility/Wiper1
Visibility1
Lane Departure1
Headlight/Taillight Failures1

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 2025 Lucid Air. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Showing 14 most recent complaints

Structural ProblemsApr 26, 2026

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…

Transmission / DrivetrainMar 20, 2026

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…

Transmission / DrivetrainFeb 24, 2026

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…

Uncategorized IssuesFeb 23, 2026

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…

VisibilityJan 28, 2026

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…

Airbag Malfunctions💥 CrashNov 5, 2025

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…

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEBAug 7, 2025

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…

Uncategorized IssuesJul 29, 2025

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…

Airbag MalfunctionsJul 10, 2025

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…

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEBJun 27, 2025

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…

Transmission / DrivetrainJun 11, 2025

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…

Uncategorized Issues💥 CrashApr 14, 2025

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…

Transmission / DrivetrainFeb 4, 2025

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…

Headlight/Taillight FailuresJan 8, 2025

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.

2025 Lucid Air Recalls

5 campaigns

NHTSA 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.

24V836000May 11, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM

25V669000Jul 10, 2025
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

25V670000Jul 10, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

26V01700016/01/2026
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

26V19300026/03/2026
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

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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.

Owner Reliability Rating

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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.