2025 Tesla Cybertruck Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Cybertruck years
- Not enough data 2nd of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck. That ranks 2nd out of 4 Cybertruck model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (6 complaints, 25%), typically at around 10,429 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 2 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 24owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2025 Tesla Cybertruck problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 6 | 25% | 10,429 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 5 | 21% | — | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 5 | 21% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 3 | 13% | 978 | — | — |
| Steering | 3 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 3 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 4% | 13,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2025 Tesla Cybertruck recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor; wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
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.
Exterior lighting; electrical system:software
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.
Structure:body
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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions (EA26002) — opened Mar 18, 2026, still open.
- Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving ("FSD") is engaged (PE25012) — opened Oct 7, 2025, still open.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I own a 2025 Tesla Cybertruck AWD. The fixed lower rail beneath the front passenger seat has two exposed openings. On September 7, 2026, a metal key fell through one opening into an inaccessible enclosed area beneath the seat and floor structure. The key could not be seen or retrieved. While…
I am submitting this complaint regarding two serious safety-related failures with my Tesla Cybertruck: a braking-system malfunction and a rear suspension/subframe failure at approximately 12,500 miles. The vehicle previously experienced a significant braking problem that required repair by an…
My 2025 Tesla AWD Cybertruck's rear driver 20" wheel came loose, creating a loud banging noise. The wheel nuts on 2 of the studs worked finger-loose, and one of the studs broke off the hub. The truck had 9000 miles on the odometer. Tesla's service dept blamed me for improperly rotating the tires…
Interior factory component off-gassing causes a recurring residue film on the internal glass of the forward-facing camera, completely blinding the vehicle's primary safety systems and FSD. Tesla Service refuses to rectify the defect under warranty, calling it standard maintenance, forcing owners to…
The vehicle's rear structural Giga Casting sustained severe structural failure, exhibiting two distinct cracks following an impact. The vehicle and the damaged casting are fully available for inspection upon request at my current location/service center. The safety risk is extreme. The Giga Casting…
Other Tesla Cybertruck years
← 2024 Cybertruck · 2026 Cybertruck →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Cybertruck | 9 | 2 |
| 2025 | 24 | 3 |
| 2024 Cybertruck | 177 | 11 |
| 2023 Cybertruck | 0 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck?
Owners most often report electrical system, forward collision avoidance, lane departure problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 6 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Cybertruck model years, the 2025 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.