2026 Tesla Cybertruck Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Cybertruck years
- Not enough data 3rd of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 Tesla Cybertruck. That ranks 3rd out of 4 Cybertruck model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (3 complaints, 33%). Complaints mention 2 crashes. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 9owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2026 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 3 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 22% | — | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 22% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 22% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 22% | — | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 11% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2026 Tesla Cybertruck recalls (2)
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.
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.
when this vehicle Lane avoidance assistance is on it is dangerous it does not allow you to keep the setting off it resets every time you get in the car and if you don't shut it off and you think it's off if you try to avoid something like a pothole or an animal running out in the road it…
See attached document for complaint.
Tesla FSD failed to measure an entrance correctly and scratched the left side of the truck. Affected left rear passenger door, left rear flares, left rocker panel.
Lane Departure Avoidance is jerking the vehicle aggressively back into the lane and is creating a serious safety concern. I have already scheduled maintenance with Tesla regarding this issue, but I was told that there was nothing they could do about it. The issue occurs when driving in a lane and…
2026 Tesla Cybertruck was in Full Self Driving mode when backing out of a parking space. The Cybertruck backed into a parked car causing damage to both vehicles and whiplash of Cybertruck occupants. The Cybertruck accelerated backwards from 1 mph to 4 mph instantly. There is vehicle video footage…
Other Tesla Cybertruck years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 9 | 2 |
| 2025 Cybertruck | 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 2026 Tesla Cybertruck?
Owners most often report steering, electrical system, lane departure problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2026 Tesla Cybertruck?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2026 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 2026 has too little data to compare, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.