2024 Tesla Cybertruck Problems

High Complaint Volume

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck.

< older2025
Complaints
176
Crashes
37
Fires
3
Injuries
32
Fatalities
9
Recalls
10

Worst 2024 Tesla Cybertruck Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#120 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:5,149 mi
Crash-related:2
Fires:1
#220 complaints

Body Structure

Avg mileage:17,667 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:1
#315 complaints

Wipers & Visibility

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck.

Electrical Faults
20
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
1
Avg Miles
5,149
Body Structure
20
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
17,667
Wipers & Visibility
15
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
13
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
5,000
Structural Problems
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
5,500
Headlight/Taillight Failures
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
7
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
1,500
Transmission / Drivetrain
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
6
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
6
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
6
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
4
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Adas:Autonomous/Self Driving
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward-Collision Avoidance Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering:Steering Wheel /Handle Bar:Yaw/Angle Sensor
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Door
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2024 Tesla Cybertruck

10 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~3,063,394 vehicles.

25V735000Exterior Lighting
~6,197 affected

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck vehicles equipped with a service-installed off-road light bar accessory. An incorrect surface primer may have been used to attach the lightbar to the windshield, causing the light bar to loosen and detach.

25V699000Exterior Lighting · Electrical System:software
~63,619 affected

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."

25V170000Body Structure
~46,096 affected

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

24V935000Tires:pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
~696,281 affected

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."

24V832000Electrical System:propulsion System:inverter
~2,431 affected

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. A fault in the drive inverter may cause a loss of drive power to the wheels.

24V718000Back Over Prevention:software
~27,185 affected

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. The rearview camera image may be delayed after shifting into reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

24V456000Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:motor
~11,688 affected

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. Excessive electrical current can cause the front windshield wiper motor controller to fail.

24V457000Body Structure
~12,150 affected

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. The trunk bed trim sail applique could have been improperly adhered and can loosen.

24V276000Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal
~3,878 affected

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. The accelerator pedal pad may dislodge and cause the pedal to become trapped by the interior trim.

24V051000Instrument Cluster
~2,193,869 affected

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, 2019-2024 Model Y, and 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. An incorrect font size is displayed on the instrument panel for the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

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2024 Tesla Cybertruck — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck reliable?
Verdict: High Complaint Volume. The 2024 Tesla Cybertruck has 176 NHTSA complaints, 37 crash-related, and 10 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 20 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (20 complaints, avg 5,149 mi); Body Structure (20 complaints, avg 17,667 mi); Wipers & Visibility (15 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 8,383 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck?
NHTSA complaints for the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck include 37 crash-related reports, 3 fire reports, 32 injuries, and 9 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck have any recalls?
Yes — 10 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 3,063,394 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2024 Tesla Cybertruck?
This year has a higher-than-normal complaint volume. It's not an automatic no, but focus inspection on the top reported issue (electrical faults) and verify open recalls have been addressed.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Tesla Cybertruck reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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