2022 Lucid Air: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2022 Lucid Air: 15 recalls, 24 owner complaints and up to 131 mpg combined.
Recalls
15 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Suspension Vehicle recall #22V090000 · 2022 · 203 vehicles
What's wrong: Lucid motors, Inc. (Lucid motors) is recalling certain 2022 air vehicles. The snap ring below the front strut damper May fail, resulting in a sudden drop in ride height or front brake line damage.
Why it matters: A sudden drop in ride height while driving can cause a loss of vehicle control. In addition, brake line damage can result in a loss of brake function. Either of these scenarios increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Lucid studios or satellite service centers will inspect and replace the front strut dampers, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 24, 2022.
Electrical Vehicle recall #22V351000 · 2022 · 1,117 vehicles
What's wrong: Lucid motors, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022 air vehicles (all grades). The display wiring harness May not be secured properly, which can disable the display screens. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "control and displays."
Why it matters: Disabled display screens will not show critical information, such as the speedometer, gear selection indicators, and warning lights, which can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and secure the wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 26, 2022.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #22V727000 · 2022 · 571 vehicles
What's wrong: Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022 Lucid air vehicles. The front tow eye bracket May be inadequately attached to the subframe and can detach during towing.
Why it matters: A detached tow eye bracket can separate the vehicle from the tow truck, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Lucid service centers will inspect the subframe and add rivets to the tow eye bracket as needed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 2022.
Electrical Vehicle recall #23V110000 · 2023 · 886 vehicles
What's wrong: Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2023 air vehicles. The electrically activated contact switches that transfer energy to the drive motors, May unexpectedly open, cutting off power to the electric motors.
Why it matters: Power loss will shut down electric motors, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Lucid service centers will update the vehicle software and replace the contactor switches, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 21, 2023.
Electrical Vehicle recall #23V523000 · 2023 · 778 vehicles
What's wrong: Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2023 air vehicles. Software versions 2.0.64 and older May not respond properly to an inverter power module failure, which can result in a loss of drive power without warning.
Why it matters: A loss of drive power without warning increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Lucid has released an over-the-air (ota) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2023.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #23V520000 · 2023 · 91 vehicles
What's wrong: Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2023 air vehicles with a software version between 2.015 and 2.0.50. The rearview camera image May fail to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "rear visibility."
Why it matters: A rearview camera image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
The fix: Lucid has released an over-the-air (ota) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2023.
Visibility/Wiper Vehicle recall #23V521000 · 2023 · 5,523 vehicles
What's wrong: Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2023 air vehicles. The wiper arm nuts May loosen, causing the windshield wipers to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 104, "windshield wiping and washing systems."
Why it matters: Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Lucid service centers will inspect, tighten the wiper arm nuts, and replace damaged parts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2023.
Seats Vehicle recall #23V708000 · 2023 · 1,267 vehicles
What's wrong: Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Lucid air vehicles. Under certain conditions, temperature monitoring for the rear seat heaters could become inoperative and result in the rear seats overheating.
Why it matters: Overheated rear seats can increase the risk of a burn injury.
The fix: Lucid has released an over-the-air (ota) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 11, 2023.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #24V011000 · 2024 · 2,042 vehicles
What's wrong: Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2023 air vehicles. The high voltage coolant heater May fail to defrost the windshield.
Why it matters: A high voltage coolant heater that fails to defrost the windshield can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Lucid will update the software to identify a high voltage coolant heater failure and provide a warning to the driver. High voltage coolant heaters that fail will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2024.
Forward collision avoidance Vehicle recall #24V076000 · 2024 · 189 vehicles
What's wrong: Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2024 air vehicles running software release versions 2.1.2 through 2.1.26. The software May cause a fault while the adaptive cruise control is on, resulting in a loss of drive power.
Why it matters: A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Lucid released an over-the-air (ota) software update in October 2023, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 8, 2024.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #24V495000 · 2024 · 7,506 vehicles
What's wrong: Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2024 air vehicles. The high voltage coolant heater May fail to defrost the windshield.
Why it matters: A high voltage coolant heater that fails to defrost the windshield can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Lucid has released an over-the-air software update to identify a high voltage coolant heater failure and provide a warning to the driver. High voltage coolant heaters that fail will be replaced. Software updates and repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed…
Electrical Vehicle recall #24V497000 · 2024 · 5,251 vehicles
What's wrong: Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2023 air vehicles. When a hardware communication fault is detected, the high voltage interlock (hvil) software could disconnect the high voltage contactors while the vehicle is in motion, causing a loss of drive power.
Why it matters: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Lucid released an over-the-air (ota) software update June 24, 2024, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2024.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #25V670000 · 2025 · 22,319 vehicles
What's wrong: Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2025 air vehicles operating a software version prior to 2.8.0. The lower console display May fail to show a rearview camera image or May show a delayed, inaccurate image of what is behind the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "rear visibility."
Why it matters: A rearview image that does not appear or fails to accurately depict behind the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Lucid has released an over-the-air (ota) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2025.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #26V017000 · 2026 · 10,816 vehicles
What's wrong: Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2026 air vehicles equipped with an ad02 package and operating a software version from 2.8.0 through 2.8.16. The rearview camera image May not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "rear visibility."
Why it matters: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Lucid has released an over-the-air (ota) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 4, 2026.
Electrical, Electrical Vehicle recall #26V540000 · 2026 · 27,185 vehicles
What's wrong: Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2026 air vehicles. The exterior lighting circuit May have insufficient overcurrent protection, allowing the circuit to overheat.
Why it matters: An overheated circuit increases the risk of a fire. A loss of the center brake light or front lights can also decrease visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners are advised to park their vehicle outside and away from structures until the recall remedy is completed. Lucid has released an over-the-air (ota) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2026.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (7): the most common themes are electrical failure (2).
- Transmission & drivetrain (6): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3).
- Fuel & propulsion (5): the most common themes are electrical failure (2), stalls / loses power (2).
- Forward collision avoidance (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2022 Lucid Air has 24 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 5 Air model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 17). Complaints peaked in 2023 (10 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 897 miles. Neighboring years: 2023 (29 complaints, 12 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (178 and 433kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 130e | 132e | 131e | Electricity |
| Electric (198 and 498kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 126e | 125e | 125e | Electricity |
| Electric (178 and 433kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 121e | 122e | 121e | Electricity |
| Electric (370 and 459kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 117e | 114e | 116e | Electricity |
| Electric (198 and 498kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 115e | 117e | 116e | Electricity |
| Electric (370 and 459kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 110e | 111e | 111e | Electricity |
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FAQ
Does the 2022 Lucid Air have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 15 vehicle recalls for the 2022 Lucid Air. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2022 Lucid Air problems?
Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (7), transmission & drivetrain (6), fuel & propulsion (5).
What gas mileage does the 2022 Lucid Air get?
EPA ratings run up to 131 mpg combined, across 6 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2022 Lucid Air repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.