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Tesla is recalling 46,096 Cybertrucks from the 2024 and 2025 model years due to a safety issue with the exterior trim panels, known as cant rails. These stainless-steel panels may detach while the vehicle is in motion, potentially creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of crashes for other drivers. Tesla will replace the faulty cant rail assemblies at no cost to owners, with notifications expected to be mailed on May 19, 2025.
Key Highlights
- What: Recall affects 46,096 Cybertrucks (2024-2025 models).
- Issue: Cant rail trim panels may delaminate and detach.
- Risk: Detached panels could become road hazards, raising crash risks.
- Remedy: Tesla will provide free replacements of the cant rail assembly.
- Incidents: 151 warranty claims reported; no crashes or injuries known.
- Notification: Owner letters will be mailed on May 19, 2025.
- Contact: Reach Tesla at 1-877-798-3752 or NHTSA at 888-327-4236.
Background and Response
The cant rail, a stainless-steel trim panel, enhances the Cybertruck’s exterior aesthetic and is secured with adhesive and fasteners. However, in some vehicles, the adhesive can fail, allowing the panel to separate. Tesla first noticed the issue in January 2025 through routine monitoring of field repairs, followed by reports of partial delamination. A customer complaint to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on February 21, 2025, spurred further investigation. By March 11, 2025, Tesla voluntarily launched the recall after confirming the defect in 151 warranty claims. The company plans to use a more durable adhesive and reinforced design in the replacement parts to prevent future issues.
What Owners Should Know
Owners may hear unusual noises in the cabin or notice the cant rail panel loosening if affected. Tesla advises contacting their service team immediately if these signs appear. Service centers will be notified of the recall on March 20, 2025, allowing owners to schedule replacements after that date. While the recall covers vehicles made between November 13, 2023, and February 27, 2025, Tesla is also addressing the issue in production, with corrected components expected to roll out by March 21, 2025. This proactive step ensures new Cybertrucks and those still in Tesla’s possession are fixed before delivery.
This recall underscores Tesla’s commitment to safety, addressing a potential hazard before it leads to reported collisions or injuries. Owners can stay informed by checking with Tesla or visiting nhtsa.gov for updates.
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