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2024 Tesla Cybertruck recalls & problems

The 2024 Tesla Cybertruck has 11 safety recalls and 178 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is electrical system (56 complaints).

Recalls11safety recalls
Complaints178filed by owners
Crashes · fires23 · 2reported in complaints
NHTSA overall5 ★crash-test stars
2024 Tesla Cybertruck in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

Service brakes, hydraulicApr 21, 2026

Foundation components › Disc › Rotor

Recall 26V255000173 vehicles

Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Cybertruck vehicles equipped with 18-inch steel wheels. The brake rotor stud holes may crack and allow the stud to separate from the wheel hub.
Risk
Wheel stud separation can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Tesla Service will replace the front and rear brake rotors, hubs, and lug nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-33-003.

Components: Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor; Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

Exterior lightingOct 27, 2025

Exterior lighting

Recall 25V7350006,197 vehicles

Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck vehicles equipped with a service-installed off-road light bar accessory. An incorrect surface primer may have been used to attach the lightbar to the windshield, causing the light bar to loosen and detach.
Risk
A detached light bar may fall, creating a road hazard for other vehicles and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Tesla Service will inspect the light bar and install an additional mechanical attachment or replace the light bar using tape to adhere the light bar to the windshield as well as an additional mechanical attachment as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 9, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-90-001.
Exterior lightingOct 14, 2025

Exterior lighting

Recall 25V69900063,619 vehicles

Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Cybertruck vehicles operating software prior to 2025.38.3. The vehicle controller software may cause the front parking lights to be too bright and exceed the maximum light output, adversely affecting the vision of other drivers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
Parking lights that are too bright can reduce visibility of oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-00-008.

Components: Exterior lighting; Electrical system › Software

StructureMar 18, 2025

Body

Recall 25V17000046,096 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (ODI)

Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Cybertruck vehicles. The light bar can delaminate and detach from the vehicle.
Risk
A detached light bar can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Tesla service will replace the cant rail assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 19, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-10-001.
TiresDec 17, 2024

Pressure monitoring and regulating systems

Recall 24V935000696,281 vehicles

Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
Risk
Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-018.
Electrical systemNov 5, 2024

Propulsion system › Inverter

Recall 24V8320002,431 vehicles

Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. A fault in the drive inverter may cause a loss of drive power to the wheels.
Risk
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix
Tesla service will replace the drive inverter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 4, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-40-009.
Back over preventionSep 26, 2024

Software

Recall 24V71800027,185 vehicles

Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. The rearview camera image may be delayed after shifting into reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk
A delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 25, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-016.
VisibilityJun 19, 2024

Windshield wiper/washer › Motor

Recall 24V45600011,688 vehicles

Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. Excessive electrical current can cause the front windshield wiper motor controller to fail.
Risk
Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Tesla service will replace the wiper motor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-17-006.
StructureJun 19, 2024

Body

Recall 24V45700012,150 vehicles

Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. The trunk bed trim sail applique could have been improperly adhered and can loosen.
Risk
A loose applique can detach from the vehicle, creating a road hazard for following motorists and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Tesla service will apply adhesion promoter and pressure sensitive tape or replace missing applique as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 18, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-12-006.
Vehicle speed controlApr 17, 2024

Accelerator pedal

Recall 24V2760003,878 vehicles

Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. The accelerator pedal pad may dislodge and cause the pedal to become trapped by the interior trim.
Risk
A trapped accelerator pedal can cause the vehicle to accelerate unintentionally, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Tesla service will replace or repair the accelerator pedal assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-33-003.
Electrical systemJan 30, 2024

Instrument cluster/panel

Recall 24V0510002,193,869 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (OVSC)

Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, 2019-2024 Model Y, and 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. An incorrect font size is displayed on the instrument panel for the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk
Warning lights with a smaller font size can make critical safety information on the instrument panel difficult to read, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Tesla began releasing an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-003.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2024 Tesla Cybertruck PU/CC AWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk12.4%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2024 Tesla Cybertruck NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2024 Tesla Cybertruck NHTSA side pole crash test
NHTSA side pole crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Electrical systemAdas › Autonomous/self driving562145,149 mi
StructureBody; Body › Door372146,000 mi
Unknown or other32605—
Forward collision avoidanceAdaptive cruise control; Automatic emergency braking291507—
Visibility/wiper17001—
SteeringSteering wheel /handle bar › Yaw/angle sensor16613—
Power train16000—
Exterior lighting12103—
Lane departureAssist; Blind spot detection12502—
Vehicle speed control10503—
Service brakes8100—
Fuel/propulsion system7000—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.

NHTSA defect investigations