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2026 Tesla CybertruckRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 9 owner complaints for the 2026 Tesla Cybertruck. Most complaints involve steering (3) and lane departure (2). The EPA rates it 78–79 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

Combined MPG
78–79mpg
EPA · 3 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
2campaigns
Latest Apr 2026
Owner complaints
9
Top: steering
Fuel cost / yr
$950est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

2 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
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 9, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

9 complaints filed with NHTSA · Oct 2025 – Oct 2026
  1. Steering3
  2. Lane departure2
  3. Power train2
  4. Electrical system2
  5. Suspension1
  6. Wheels1
  7. Forward collision avoidance1
  8. Structure1
  9. Other / unknown2

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
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 9, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Steering

3 reports
“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 needing to move over quickly or make an immediate lane adjustment. If the turn signal is not activated, the vehicle will aggressively steer/jerk itself back toward the original lane. This can be dangerous because the system is essentially fighting the driver’s steering input at a moment when the driver may need to move out of the lane to avoid a hazard, merge, or reposition the vehicle. Lane Departure Avoidance should assist and warn the driver, not override the driver’s steering input to the point that the vehicle aggressively forces itself back into the lane. At minimum, the system should be adjustable to provide a vibration, warning, or chime rather than making such a strong steering correction. The current behavior makes it feel like the vehicle cannot safely exit a lane without activating the turn signal, even when the driver is intentionally and safely…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 12, 2026Steering, Lane departureODI 11756441

Lane departure

2 reports
“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 automatically pulls you back and it's very dangerous”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 2, 2026Lane departureODI 11768645

Power train

2 reports
“Purchased truck on May 5th. May 7th scuba valve went bed causing air suspension failure. Low voltage system had critical safety failure causing loss of steering and throttle control. Received vehicle back from Tesla shop said they could not repay the issue. Next day while driving system had total low voltage crash resulting in vehicle loosing all power. Loss of steering no throttle response all systems died. Shop kept vehicle for two weeks returned it on May 15 upon getting home parked vehicle three hours later truck had total loss of all power with 27 system voltage errors.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled May 16, 2026Steering, Power train, Electrical systemODI 11738273
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 9, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

3 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD, Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD
Engines
Electric motor
Transmissions
Automatic (A1)
Drive
All-Wheel Drive · Rear-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 9, 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 AWD
Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive
857279$950—
Cybertruck Dual Motor AWD
Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive
877078$950—
Cybertruck Long Range (20in Cyber wheels)
Auto (A1) · Rear-Wheel Drive
896778$1,000—
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 9, 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
Not rated
TESLA CYBERTRUCK PU/CC BEV RWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
Not rated
Rollover risk
0.0%
Overall
5 / 5
TESLA CYBERTRUCK PU/CC BEV AWD
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 9, 2026Vehicle 22076Vehicle 22075
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

2026 Cybertruck questions

How many recalls does the 2026 Tesla Cybertruck have?

2 safety recalls as of Nov 9, 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 2026 Tesla Cybertruck problems?

Owners filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are steering (3), lane departure (2), power train (2). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2026 Tesla Cybertruck get?

The EPA rates the 2026 Tesla Cybertruck at 78–79 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (3 versions rated).

How safe is the 2026 Tesla Cybertruck?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2026 Tesla Cybertruck 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 9, 2026