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2021-2022 · Performance Edition

Lucid Air Dream Performance Lemon Law

Experiencing problems with your Lucid Air Dream Performance? Our California lemon law attorneys can help you get the compensation you deserve.

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Common Lucid Air Dream Performance Problems

Repeated failure of the Dream Performance's launch control system where the dual-motor torque vectoring calibration drifts, causing violent torque steer and uneven power delivery during full-throttle acceleration runs.
Cracking of the performance-tuned adaptive air suspension knuckle mounts at the rear axle, creating a dangerous clunking noise over bumps and eventually compromising rear wheel alignment geometry.
Overheating and throttling of the front permanent magnet synchronous reluctance motor during spirited driving in ambient temperatures above 80 degrees Fahrenheit, with the cooling system unable to maintain safe operating temperatures.
Complete failure of the electronic parking brake actuator that engages the brake unexpectedly at low speeds or fails to hold the vehicle on inclines, requiring towing and full caliper assembly replacement.
Persistent ghost touch inputs and intermittent blackouts of the lower pilot panel touchscreen that controls gear selection, drive mode, and parking functions, leaving the driver unable to shift or engage reverse.

Your California Lemon Law Rights

Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, if your Lucid Air Dream Performance has a substantial defect that cannot be repaired after a reasonable number of attempts, you may be entitled to:

  • Full refund of the purchase price
  • Replacement vehicle of comparable value
  • Cash compensation (cash-and-keep settlement)
  • Attorney's fees paid by the manufacturer

Lucid Air Dream Performance Lemon Law FAQ

What qualifies as a safety defect under California lemon law for my Dream Performance?

A safety defect is any malfunction that could cause death or serious bodily injury, such as brake failures, drivetrain shutdowns, or steering malfunctions. Under Song-Beverly, a vehicle with a safety defect may qualify as a lemon after just two unsuccessful repair attempts by the manufacturer.

If Lucid keeps my Dream Performance for weeks at a time for repairs, does that help my lemon law case?

Yes. Under the Song-Beverly Act, if your vehicle is out of service for repairs for more than 30 cumulative calendar days during the warranty period, a lemon law presumption is triggered. This is true regardless of how many repair attempts were made, and extended service center stays are common in complex EV repairs.

Can Lucid require me to use their arbitration program before I file a lemon law lawsuit for my Dream Performance?

California law does not require you to participate in the manufacturer's arbitration program before filing a lemon law claim in court. While Lucid may offer arbitration, you have the right to decline it and proceed directly with a lawsuit under the Song-Beverly Act.

Am I responsible for paying my own attorney fees in a Dream Performance lemon law case?

No. Under the Song-Beverly Act, if you prevail in your lemon law claim, Lucid is required to pay your reasonable attorney fees and costs. This is why most California lemon law attorneys represent clients on a contingency basis with no upfront charges.

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