2023 Lucid Air
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2023 models.

- Class
- Large Cars
- Body styles
- Grand Touring 4dr Sedan, Pure 4dr Sedan, Touring 4dr Sedan
- Engines
- Electric motor
- Transmission
- 1-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- EV
- EV range
- 516 mi · 10 h on 240 V
- Length
- 196.1 in
- Curb weight
- 5,011–5,212 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 12 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Long EV rangeUp to 516 miles on a charge (EPA).
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- "Park outside" recallCheck that the recall repair was done before buying or driving.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 29 similar 2023 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2023 Lucid Air is a large car powered by electricity and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 196 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 117-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,212 lb (Grand Touring 4dr Sedan).
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 516 miles and takes about 10 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 12 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2023
- Now crash-tested by NHTSA: 5 stars overall
Compared with 2022; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2022 Air →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Casa Grande, Arizona
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2023 Air configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Touring 4dr Sedan | 196.1 in | 76.4 in | 55.5 in | 116.5 in | – | 5,212 lb | 48/52 |
| Pure 4dr Sedan | 196.1 in | 76.4 in | 55.5 in | 116.5 in | – | – | 48/52 |
| Touring 4dr Sedan | 196.1 in | 76.4 in | 55.5 in | 116.5 in | – | 5,011 lb | 48/52 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Pure AWD with 19 inch wheels EV | TBD | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 410 mi · 24.0616 kWh/100mi | – | $550 | – |
| Air Touring AWD with 19 inch wheels EV | TBD | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 425 mi · 24.0616 kWh/100mi | – | $550 | – |
| Air G Touring XR AWD with 19 inch wheels EV | 370 and 459kW ACPM | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 516 mi · 25.709 kWh/100mi | – | $600 | – |
| Air G Touring XR AWD with 20 inch wheels EV | 370 and 370kW ACPM | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 469 mi · 27.793 kWh/100mi | – | $650 | – |
| Air G Touring XR AWD with 21 inch wheels EV | TBD | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 469 mi · 27.793 kWh/100mi | – | $650 | – |
| Air Pure AWD with 20 inch wheels EV | TBD | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 384 mi · 27.857 kWh/100mi | – | $650 | – |
| Air Touring AWD with 20 inch wheels EV | TBD | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 384 mi · 27.857 kWh/100mi | – | $650 | – |
| Air Touring AWD with 21 inch wheels EV | TBD | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 384 mi · 27.857 kWh/100mi | – | $650 | – |
| Air GT P AWD with 21 inch wheels EV | TBD | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 446 mi · 30.4704 kWh/100mi | – | $700 | – |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2023 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Lucid Air 4 DR 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5.2% |


Similar 2023 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Lucid Air (this car) | 516 mi | ★★★★★ | 12 |
| 2023 BMW 5 Series | 28 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 26 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2023 Audi A4 | 28 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Audi A6 | 27 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2023 Tesla Model S | 405 mi | Not rated | 13 |
Recalls (12)
Electrical System › Software · Aug 20, 2026 Park outside
NHTSA campaign 26V540000 · 27,185 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- 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. Owners may contact Lucid at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-26-06-0.
Back Over Prevention › Software · Jan 16, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V017000 · 10,816 vehicles
- Problem
- 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."
- Risk
- A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Lucid has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 4, 2026. Owners may contact Lucid at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-26-01-0.
Back Over Prevention › Software · Oct 7, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V670000 · 22,319 vehicles
- Problem
- 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."
- Risk
- A rearview image that does not appear or fails to accurately depict behind the vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Lucid has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2025. Owners may contact Lucid at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-25-04-0. The information in your report suggests that Lucid may have been aware of this issue more than five business days before filing a report with NHTSA. Please be reminded that under Federal law, this agency is to be notified of all safety defect and/or noncompliance decisions within five business days. 49 CFR 573.6 Significant civil penalties can be assessed for this violation.
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery Thermal › Management › Software · Jul 1, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V497000 · 5,251 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Lucid released an over-the-air (OTA) software update June 24, 2024, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2024. Owners may contact Lucid customer service at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-24-03-0.
Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Jun 28, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V495000 · 7,506 vehicles
- Problem
- Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Air vehicles. The high voltage coolant heater may fail to defrost the windshield.
- Risk
- A high voltage coolant heater that fails to defrost the windshield can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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 August 5, 2024. Owners may contact Lucid customer service at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-24-04-0. This recall is an expansion of Recall 24V-011.
Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control › Software · Feb 7, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V076000 · 189 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- 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. Owners may contact Lucid customer service at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-24-02-0.
Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Jan 10, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V011000 · 2,042 vehicles
- Problem
- Lucid USA, Inc. (Lucid) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Air vehicles. The high voltage coolant heater may fail to defrost the windshield.
- Risk
- A high voltage coolant heater that fails to defrost the windshield can reduce the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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. Owners may contact Lucid customer service at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-24-01-0.
Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly › Seat Heater/Cooler · Oct 19, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V708000 · 1,267 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- Overheated rear seats can increase the risk of a burn injury.
- Fix
- Lucid has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 11, 2023. Owners may contact Lucid customer service at 1-888-99-LUCID or 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-23-05-0.
Back Over Prevention › Display Function · Jul 27, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V520000 · 91 vehicles
- Problem
- 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."
- Risk
- A rearview camera image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
- Fix
- Lucid has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2023. Owners may contact Lucid customer service at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-23-02-0.
Electrical System › Software · Jul 27, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V523000 · 778 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- A loss of drive power without warning increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Lucid has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2023. Owners may contact Lucid customer service at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-23-04-0.
Visibility/Wiper · Jul 27, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V521000 · 5,523 vehicles
- Problem
- 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."
- Risk
- Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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. Owners may contact Lucid customer service at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-23-02-0.
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Fuses, Relays, Contacts, And Shunts · Feb 22, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V110000 · 886 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- Power loss will shut down electric motors, causing a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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. Owners may contact Lucid customer service at 1-888-995-8243. Lucid's number for this recall is SR-23-01-0.
Not every 2023 Lucid Air is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2023 Lucid Air buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 12 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Safety-critical recall. At least one recall carries a "Do Not Drive" or "Park Outside" warning. Do not buy until the VIN shows it was repaired.
- Electrical System — 11 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Power Train — 3 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Vehicle Speed Control — 3 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 20,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Battery health. Ask for a battery state-of-health report, check the remaining battery warranty, and compare the displayed range at 100% charge with the EPA's 516 miles.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2023 Lucid Air. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
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