1. March 2025: Exterior Trim Panel Detachment (46,096 Units)
Issue: The stainless steel "cant rail" panel (located along the windshield) may detach due to adhesive failure. The glue becomes brittle over time, potentially creating road hazards.
Affected Models: All Cybertrucks produced between November 13, 2023, and February 27, 2025.
Resolution: Tesla will replace the panel assembly with a reinforced adhesive and additional fasteners. Owners will receive notifications by May 19, 2025.
2. November 2024: Inverter Failure (2,431 Units)
Issue: Faulty MOSFET transistors in the drive inverter could cause sudden loss of power, leaving vehicles stranded without warning.
Affected Models: Cybertrucks manufactured between November 6, 2023, and July 30, 2024.
Resolution: Free replacement of the inverter at Tesla service centers.
3. October 2024: Rearview Camera Delay (27,185 Units)
Issue: The rearview camera display may remain blank for up to 8 seconds after shifting into reverse, violating federal safety standards.
Resolution: Software update to reduce latency.
4. April 2024: Accelerator Pedal Defect (Undisclosed Units)
Issue: Accelerator pedals could become trapped, causing unintended acceleration.
Resolution: Physical modification of pedal assembly.
5. June 2024: Windshield Wiper Failure
Issue: Front wipers may stop functioning, reducing visibility in adverse weather.
Resolution: Replacement of wiper motor components.
6. December 2024: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (694,304 Units)
Issue: TPMS warning lights may not remain illuminated for low tire pressure.
Affected Models: 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y.
Resolution: OTA software update to fix the alert system.
7. January 2024: Warning Light Font Size (2.2M Vehicles)
Issue: Brake, park, and ABS warning labels used non-compliant small fonts.
Affected Models: Includes 2024 Cybertruck alongside Model S/X/3/Y.
Resolution: Software update to enlarge text.
8. June 2024: Trunk Bed Adhesive Failure
Issue: Improperly adhered trunk bed panels could separate.
Resolution: Reinforcement with improved adhesive.
Impact on Owners
While Tesla states no crashes or injuries are linked to these recalls, owners report frustration with recurring quality issues. The NHTSA has assigned unique campaign numbers to each recall (e.g., 25V-170 for the March 2025 panel issue), and Tesla provides free repairs at service centers. Owners can check recall status via Tesla's website or contact customer service at 1-877-798-3752.
Key Takeaways
- The Cybertruck has averaged one recall every 2 months since launch.
- Most fixes involve software updates or adhesive replacements.
- Owners should monitor NHTSA recalls and schedule repairs promptly.