Lucid Air Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Lucid Air model year (2022–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Lucid Air Years to Avoid
9 recalls · 28 complaints
5 reported injuries
Top issue: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 65
11 recalls · 15 complaints
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 48
7 recalls · 12 complaints
Top issue: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 33
Best Lucid Air Years to Buy
3 recalls · 3 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 12
7 recalls · 5 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 26
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Lucid Air — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 3 | — | — | 12 | Good |
| 2025 | 7 | 12 | — | — | 33 | Caution |
| 2024 | 7 | 5 | — | — | 26 | Caution |
| 2023 | 9 | 28 | 5 | — | 65 | Avoid |
| 2022 | 11 | 15 | — | — | 48 | Avoid |
All 5 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Lucid Air Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent Air models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2026 stands out with just 12 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Air should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2023 Lucid Air if possible. It has 9 recalls, 28 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 65 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Air to buy?+
The 2026 Lucid Air is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 12. It has only 3 recalls and 3 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which Air has the fewest problems?+
The 2026, 2024 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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