Tesla is recalling most Cybertrucks in the US because of trim detaching from the panel issues, which can cause severe road hazards. Tesla cybertruck recall will cover vehicles built from November 23 to February 27, 2025, which is about 46,000 vehicles. On March 20, the company announced the eighth recall for the model since its launch. Tesla filed a report with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration claiming that only 1% of vehicles of the model were defective but it will call back all the SUVs to avoid any potential hazards.
The EV maker doesn’t provide separate delivery numbers for its cyber trucks but Analysts believe that the recalled vehicles make for the most cybertrucks on the road. Tesla has been not performing well since last year and this recall can be a huge setback for the company.
Tesla Cybertruck Recall: What’s the Issue?
Elon Musk’s Tesla is recalling the cyber trucks for the eighth time since its launch in November 2023, marking a huge setback for the company. Elon Musk’s Tesla is recalling the cars due to the risk of the stainless-steel trim panel falling off, which could create a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash. The company said it is not aware of any injuries or accidents because of the issue but has received 151 warranty claims that might be related to the recall issue.
As per company reports, the panel can create noise inside the vehicle, or drivers may witness the panel break off or lose the car altogether while driving.
What Does Tesla Drivers Need to Know?
Tesla has announced 46,000 cyber trucks recall for the detached panel issue. For Thursday’s recall, the company’s service center will replace the panel assembly with a new one that meets durability test requirements. The structural adhesive used by Tesla for joining the panel assembly is prone to environmental issues.
The new version will use a stronger adhesive, reinforced with a stud welded to the stainless panel and a nut that secures the panel to the vehicle. Tesla plans to start using the updated trim in production on Friday, and vehicles made before then but still with Tesla will be fixed before delivery. The NHTSA first alerted Tesla about a reported rail panel detachment on February 21.
The Timeline of Tesla Cybertruck Recalls
Tesla Cybertruck was launched in November 2023 marking a milestone for the company. However, since its launch vehicle has received major issues and several recalls. 46,000 cyber trucks have been recalled marking the eighth recall for the model. Analysts estimate that this can be a major setback for a company that has already lost 40% of its share price since January 2025. We have listed below the timeline of the Tesla cybertruck recall.
- January 29, 2024 – Electrical Issue – Warning lights with small font sizes made critical safety information hard to read, increasing the risk of a crash.
- April 16, 2024 – Speed Control Issue – The accelerator pedal could dislodge and get trapped, causing unwanted acceleration.
- June 18, 2024 – Structure Issue – Trunk bed trim sail could come loose, creating a road hazard.
- June 2024 – Visibility Issue – Windshield wiper motor prone to failure due to electrical overstress, reducing visibility.
- September 25, 2024 – Back Over Prevention Issue – A delayed rearview image could increase the risk of a crash while backing up.
- November 24, 2024 – Electrical Issue – Inverter fault may cause loss of drive power, increasing crash risk.
- December 17, 2024 – Tire Pressure Warning Issue – The tire pressure warning light issue involves a software glitch causing false alerts, triggering the warning light even when tire pressure is normal.
Investors Fuming as Tesla Takes a Tumble
Tesla investors are unhappy with EV maker performance and Musk’s over-involvement in the new government. Many investors have claimed publicly that they are losing faith in Elon Musk and they believe that he is not doing enough for the company. Additionally, many incidents have been reported about the burning down and vandalization of Tesla cars in states of the US, which can be related to Musk’s involvement in government affairs.
Meanwhile, Musk addressed the “all hands” meeting in Austin on March 20. In the live streaming of the event, he didn’t mention the NHTSA recall but highlighted the Cybertruck’s “five-star safety rating.” Musk called it “very safe in a crash” and urged investors to keep their shares.
Tesla Stock Updates
Tesla’s stock has been facing a decline recently, with the price falling from around $250 per share in early March 2025 to approximately $215 per share by mid-March, reflecting investor concerns. The ongoing series of recalls, including the eighth one related to the Cybertruck, has raised questions about the company’s quality control and safety measures, impacting investor confidence.
