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Lucid problems and fixes
Every documented Air and Gravity problem with its fix: an official recall, a software update, Lucid guidance, or a workaround reported by the press. Saudi items come first.
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Important before tinting the windshield
Tint film installation liquid can run down the base of the windshield into the electronics behind the dashboard. In a reported Lucid Air case (March 2025) the Lucid service center attributed an electrical failure to the tint and estimated about US$7,000 for the repair, outside the warranty.
- Ask the shop to protect the base of the windshield and the dashboard with towels or a waterproof cover, use as little liquid as possible and soak it up as it runs.
- Choose a shop that has tinted Lucids before, and agree in writing who pays for any damage.
- If warnings or screen faults appear after the tint job, contact Lucid service (800 111 1030) and mention the tint.
Evidence: one press report of a single case; the Owner's Manual warns in general that liquids can damage electrical components. We found no Lucid bulletin on tinting and could not confirm a change on 2026 models. If you have a source, write to us. Details and sources
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- WorkaroundAir and GravitytiresSaudi Arabia
After parking in strong sun or driving in high ambient heat, tyre pressures read higher than the recommended cold values, and owners may wrongly let air out. This is common in Saudi summers.
FixDo not reduce the pressure of hot tyres. Move the car into shade and let the tyres cool (cold means parked over three hours or driven under about 1.6 km) before checking. Inflate to the cold pressures on the placard or the Tires & Wheels 'RECOMMENDED' tab, check monthly, and never exceed the sidewall maximum.
- WorkaroundAir and GravitytiresSaudi Arabia
Tyres degrade with age from UV light, extreme temperatures and high loads, even with good tread. Strong sun and heat make this relevant in Saudi Arabia.
FixLucid recommends replacing tyres every six years, or sooner if needed. Inspect them regularly, and check alignment if wear is uneven. Do not rotate tyres if front and rear sizes differ.
- Official fixAirtires
The tire and loading information label showed 'NONE' for spare tire instead of the bilingual 'NONE / AUCUN' required in Canada.
FixCompliance notice (not a recall): Lucid corrected the label for new vehicles; no safety impact.
- WorkaroundAirtires
The factory Pirelli tyres can wear out fast, about 19,000 miles in one reported case. On Grand Touring cars with 21-inch wheels, NHTSA complaints describe sidewall bubbles at low mileage. Lucid has not issued a recall.
FixWorkaround: budget for early replacement, consider the 19-inch Aero package (Lucid store, USD 4,250 for wheels and tyres), and check tyre-warranty terms with the tyre maker.
- WorkaroundAir and Gravitytires
The low-tyre-pressure light does not go off right away after the tyres are inflated correctly.
FixDrive at 18 mph (30 km/h) or more so the TPMS can re-read pressures and reset the light. Pressures are shown only after the car exceeds about 21 km/h. After a tyre change, drive 10 minutes for the system to learn the sensors.
- WorkaroundAir and Gravitytires
The TPMS light flashes for about a minute then stays on when the system itself is malfunctioning, for example after fitting non-compatible wheels or tyres, so low pressure may go undetected.
FixCheck pressures manually with a gauge until it is fixed. Make sure replacement wheels and tyres support the TPMS, and contact a Lucid Service Center if the malfunction continues.
- WorkaroundAir and Gravitytires
Frequent low-pressure warnings appear although the tyres are correctly inflated, or the TPMS stops reading after tyre sealant was used or the sensor battery ran down.
FixContact Lucid service to check whether a sensor needs replacing. The TPMS sensor battery cannot be replaced on its own; the whole sensor is changed at an authorised centre. Liquid or aerosol sealants can damage sensors, so tell the technician if you used one. Drive 10 minutes after a new sensor is fitted.
- WorkaroundAirtires
Driving the Air above 155 mph (250 km/h) needs higher cold tyre pressures on most tyre sizes than normal driving.
FixBefore such use, temporarily inflate to the manual's table: for example 45 psi (310 kPa) instead of 42 psi for 20- and 21-inch sizes; 245/45R19 stays at 49 psi. Track use is not covered by the warranty.
- WorkaroundAir and Gravitytires
A puncture may not deflate a tubeless tyre at once, but the tyre can lose pressure suddenly. A sudden vibration or ride disturbance can signal damage.
FixSlow down at once, avoid hard braking or sharp steering, and stop when safe. If there is no sidewall damage, use the tyre repair kit (12 V socket); otherwise have the car towed to a tyre centre or Lucid Service Center. Sealant can damage the TPMS sensor, so tell service if you used it.
Overview
- documented problems
- 199
- with an official fix
- 68
- recalls
- 21
- recalls in Saudi Arabia
- 3
- over-the-air updates
- 35
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Official recalls (21)
Every official Lucid safety recall in NHTSA records, with the number of vehicles covered in the US, Canada and Saudi Arabia where announced. Lucid fixes them free of charge.
Recalls by year
- 26V-5402026-08-20Air
The exterior lighting circuit may lack adequate overcurrent protection and can overheat (fire risk); centre brake light or front lights may also be lost.
Vehicles covered: US 27,185 · Record
- 26V-3092026-05-13Air
The Gen 4 inverter on rear-wheel-drive Air models can suffer internal friction damage, causing a loss of drive power.
Vehicles covered: US 2,039 · Record
- 26V-1922026-03-26Gravity
Second-row lap belt anchor brackets may have insufficient welds and can fail (FMVSS 207/210 non-compliance). Press reports say the seat supplier (Camaco) changed its welding process without Lucid's approval and that Lucid issued a stop-sale on 28 January 2026.
Vehicles covered: US 4,476 · Record
- 26V-0172026-01-16Air
Air vehicles with the AD02 package on software 2.8.0 through 2.8.16 may not display the rear camera image in Reverse.
Vehicles covered: US 10,816 · Record
- 26V-0182026-01-16Gravity
Gravity vehicles on software before 3.3.20 may not display the rear camera image in Reverse.
Vehicles covered: US 3,900 · Record
- 25V-8552025-12-10Gravity
Incorrect backrest covers may have been fitted on the front seats, preventing the seat-mounted side airbags from deploying correctly. Press reports say some covers were labelled for the wrong side and that the affected SUVs were built 8 to 22 September 2025.
Vehicles covered: US 66 · Record
- 25V-6692025-10-07AirSaudi Arabia
Improperly secured bolts may let a half-shaft disconnect from the drive unit on Air Pure rear-wheel-drive cars.
Vehicles covered: US 3,852 · Canada 2 · Saudi Arabia 1,169 · Record
- 25V-6702025-10-07Air
On software before 2.8.0 the lower console display may not show the rear camera image, or may show a delayed/inaccurate image (FMVSS 111).
Vehicles covered: US 22,319 · Canada 10 · Record
- 25E-0212025-03-25Air
Genuine Lucid all-weather floor mats without anchors (part numbers ending -00) can shift and trap the accelerator pedal.
Vehicles covered: US 4,294 · Canada 274 · Record
- 24V-8362024-11-05AirSaudi Arabia
On Air Pure rear-wheel-drive cars the rear subframe wiring harness may be too short, straining the connection and cutting power to the rear drive unit.
Vehicles covered: US 1,539 · Canada 7 · Saudi Arabia 358 · Record
- 24V-4972024-07-01Air
When a hardware communication fault is detected, High Voltage Interlock software could open the HV contactors while driving.
Vehicles covered: US 5,251 · Canada 99 · Record
- 24V-0762024-02-07Air
Software 2.1.2 through 2.1.26 could fault while adaptive cruise control was active, causing a loss of drive power.
Vehicles covered: US 189 · Canada 4 · Record
- 24V-0112024-01-10AirSaudi Arabia
The high-voltage coolant heater (HVCH, supplied by Webasto) can delaminate internally and fail, so the windshield cannot be defrosted.
Vehicles covered: US 9,548 · Canada 81 · Saudi Arabia 134 · Record
- 23V-7082023-10-19Air
Temperature monitoring for the rear seat heaters can stop working, letting the rear seats overheat. Press reports say software 2.1.0 removed temperature control for the rear seat heaters in some modes.
Vehicles covered: US 1,267 · Canada 13 · Record
- 23V-5202023-07-27Air
On software versions between 2.0.15 and 2.0.50 the rearview camera image may fail to display (FMVSS 111 non-compliance).
Vehicles covered: US 91 · Record
- 23V-5212023-07-27Air
The wiper arm retaining nuts can loosen, so the wipers slip and stop clearing the windshield (FMVSS 104 non-compliance).
Vehicles covered: US 5,523 · Canada 57 · Record
- 23V-5232023-07-27Air
Software 2.0.64 and older may not respond correctly when an inverter power module fails, so drive power can be lost without warning.
Vehicles covered: US 778 · Canada 3 · Record
- 23V-1102023-02-22Air
The high-voltage battery contactors that feed the drive motors can open unexpectedly, cutting power to the motors.
Vehicles covered: US 886 · Canada 15 · Record
- 22V-7272022-09-29Air
The front tow eye bracket may be insufficiently attached to the subframe and can detach while the car is being towed.
Vehicles covered: US 571 · Record
- 22V-3512022-05-18Air
The wiring harness for the driver displays may not be secured and can be damaged by contact with the steering shaft, disabling the screens (FMVSS 101 non-compliance).
Vehicles covered: US 1,117 · Canada 2 · Record
- 22V-0902022-02-16Air
A snap ring below the front strut damper can fail, letting the front ride height drop suddenly and possibly damaging the front brake line.
Vehicles covered: US 203 · Record
Check whether your car is covered with its VIN on the NHTSA website or at a Lucid service center.
This is a list of documented problems, not a failure rate. A problem listed here does not affect every car.
Collected from public pages on 2026-10-17; every entry links to its source. Details can change, so check the source before relying on them. My Auto Owners Hub is independent and not affiliated with Lucid. Found something wrong or missing? Tell us on the contact page.