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
7 recalls · 19 complaints
5 reported injuries
Top issue: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 50
8 recalls · 14 complaints
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 38
5 recalls · 11 complaints
Top issue: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 26
Best Lucid Air Years to Buy
1 recall · 1 complaint
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 4
6 recalls · 5 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 23
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Lucid Air — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 4 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 5 | 11 | — | — | 26 | Caution |
| 2024 | 6 | 5 | — | — | 23 | Caution |
| 2023 | 7 | 19 | 5 | — | 50 | Avoid |
| 2022 | 8 | 14 | — | — | 38 | 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 4 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 7 recalls, 19 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 50 — 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 4. It has only 1 recall and 1 complaint 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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