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2025 Tesla CybertruckRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 26 owner complaints for the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck. Most complaints involve electrical system (7) and forward collision avoidance (6). The EPA rates it 78–82 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

Combined MPG
78–82mpg
EPA · 3 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
3campaigns
Latest Apr 2026
Owner complaints
26
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$900est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

3 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Wheels: lugs

Free remedy

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.

WheelsReported Apr 22, 2026NHTSA 26V255000

Exterior lighting

Free remedy

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."

Exterior lightingReported Oct 15, 2025NHTSA 25V699000

Structure: body

Free remedy

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Cybertruck vehicles. The light bar can delaminate and detach from the vehicle.

StructureReported Mar 19, 2025NHTSA 25V170000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

26 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jun 2025 – Oct 2026
  1. Electrical system7
  2. Forward collision avoidance6
  3. Lane departure5
  4. Suspension3
  5. Seats3
  6. Structure3
  7. Steering3
  8. Visibility/wiper2
  9. Service brakes2

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Cybertruck model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
202526
20269
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
2
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

7 reports
“They swamped many parts from 1k tires swamped with bald tires, wheel covers switched, manager popped my window switches, blown suspension, main camera module swamped, das gone,”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 23, 2026Suspension, Electrical system, Forward collision avoidanceODI 11773126

Forward collision avoidance

6 reports1 crash
“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 drive with compromised driver-assist features or pay recurring out-of-pocket fees.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 14, 2026Forward collision avoidance, Lane departureODI 11750193

Lane departure

5 reports1 crash
“HTSA Safety Complaint Description The 2025 Tesla Cybertruck exhibits a persistent and recurring air suspension system defect that impairs safe vehicle operation. From the moment of delivery, the air suspension failed to raise or lower properly, displaying a fault message indicating potential restoration on the next drive. This did not occur. The issue included repeated overheating warnings, multiple system failure alerts, excessive compressor noise/knocking, steam and water discharge from the undercarriage, and the vehicle remaining stuck in a lowered ride height, causing scraping damage to underbody trim and mud flaps. The vehicle underwent a major warranty repair where the air suspension compressor was replaced due to a stuck exhaust valve and damaged air line, followed by recalibration. Despite this, suspension overheating warnings and intermittent system failure notifications continued to appear. On December 23, 2025, while driving at moderate speed in clear conditions, the vehicle suddenly and uncorrectably migrated off the roadway. Adaptive steering correction, braking intervention, and lane assist failed to engage. At the time of the incident, the…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jan 7, 2026Steering, Service brakes, Lane departureCrash reportedODI 11709502
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

3 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD, Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD
Engines
Electric motor
Transmissions
Automatic (A1)
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Electricity
EV range
335 mi (EPA)

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Cybertruck Long Range
Auto (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive
937282$900—
Cybertruck AWD
Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive
857279$950—
Cybertruck Long Range (20in Cyber wheels)
Auto (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive
896778$1,000—
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
TESLA CYBERTRUCK (ALL VARIANTS) PU/CC AWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
12.4%
Overall
5 / 5
Tesla Cybertruck (All Variants) PU/CC AWD Early Release
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
12.4%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 10, 2026Vehicle 20866Vehicle 20801
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Tire rotation6,000–8,000 mi6–12 monthsEVs wear tires faster (weight, torque)
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–4 yearsRegen braking spares the pads, not the fluid
Battery coolantPer manualPer manualIntervals vary widely by maker
12V battery—3–5 years
  • Tire rotation6,000–8,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–4 years
  • Battery coolantPer manual
    Per manual
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2025 Cybertruck questions

How many recalls does the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck have?

3 safety recalls as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2025 Tesla Cybertruck problems?

Owners filed 26 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (7), forward collision avoidance (6), lane departure (5). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck get?

The EPA rates the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck at 78–82 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (3 versions rated).

How safe is the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026