Almost all Cybertrucks currently in use are being recalled by U.S. safety regulators. This marks the eighth recall for Tesla’s Cybertruck since it began delivering to customers just over a year ago.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a recall for over 46,000 Cybertrucks. The agency warns that an exterior panel located along both sides of the windshield could detach while the vehicle is in motion, posing a hazard to other drivers and increasing the likelihood of an accident.
According to the NHTSA report, the stainless steel strip, known as the cant rail assembly, is affixed to the truck’s structure between the windshield and the roof using a structural adhesive. The solution involves using an adhesive that is resistant to “environmental embrittlement,” as stated by the NHTSA, and includes further reinforcement.
Tesla will replace the panel at no cost to owners. Notification letters are expected to be sent out to owners around May 19, 2025.
The recall affects 46,096 Cybertrucks, encompassing all models from 2024 and 2025 manufactured between November 13, 2023, and February 27, 2025. The NHTSA order indicates that Tesla became aware of this issue earlier in the year.
Recent viral videos on social media show individuals removing these panels from Cybertrucks by hand.
Since deliveries began in late 2023, the Cybertruck has been subject to eight recalls in the last 15 months due to safety concerns. These include a November recall related to a faulty electric inverter that could lead to a loss of power to the drive wheels. In April of last year, a recall was issued to address accelerator pedals that could become trapped by interior trim. Additional recalls have addressed problems with windshield wipers and the display screen.
This is the latest challenge for the electric car manufacturer owned by Elon Musk, which has faced criticism since President Donald Trump’s administration authorized Musk to oversee a new Department of Government Efficiency focused on reducing government spending.
Although no injuries have been reported, Tesla showrooms, vehicle storage lots, charging stations, and private vehicles have been targeted.
Prosecutors in Colorado filed charges against a woman last month regarding attacks on Tesla dealerships. These attacks included Molotov cocktails thrown at vehicles and graffiti with the phrase “Nazi cars” sprayed on a building.
Federal agents in South Carolina arrested a man last week who they believe set fire to Tesla charging stations near Charleston. According to an affidavit from an agent with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, authorities discovered writings critical of the government and DOGE in his bedroom and wallet.
Even before these recent attacks, Tesla has been struggling with increasing competition from other electric vehicle manufacturers, especially those in China.
While largely unaffected by the recall announcement, Tesla’s stock has dropped by 42% in 2025, signaling growing pessimism as sales decline globally.
Regarding the recall, Cybertruck owners can contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236, or visit nhtsa.gov.
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