Tesla has announced two additional recalls for its Cybertruck, impacting over 11,000 vehicles produced since the model’s debut late last year. Owners are being advised to bring their vehicles in for servicing due to issues with faulty windshield wiper motors and a cosmetic piece that could detach while driving.
Earlier this year, Tesla issued recalls for the Cybertruck related to a faulty accelerator pedal assembly and a software problem affecting brake warning indicators. The most recent recalls concern larger populations of the Cybertruck fleet.
A new recall notice from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) points to a critical issue with the front windshield wiper motor. According to the notice, the motor controller may fail due to electrical overstress, reducing visibility and increasing collision risk. Tesla will replace the malfunctioning wiper motor in the affected 11,688 vehicles.
Tesla hasn’t reported any accidents or injuries related to this defect. The issue has been traced to the supplier’s functional testing process, which has since been adjusted to prevent further occurrences.
Cosmetic Applique May Not Stay on the Car
The second recall notice addresses a cosmetic applique on the exterior of the truck bed trim that might detach due to improper adhesion. This affects 11,383 vehicles and could pose a hazard to other motorists if the piece dislodges while driving. Tesla will correct this issue without charge by either replacing or reworking the applique to ensure proper adhesion.
The defect was initially discovered in December 2023 when an undelivered Cybertruck was found missing the applique at a Tesla delivery center. Subsequent internal assessments revealed further instances of the issue.
Tesla is not aware of any crashes, injuries, or deaths caused by the applique defect, and changes in the adhesive application process are expected to mitigate future risks.
Additionally, a Cybertruck owner recently reported an incident where the vehicle allegedly crashed into a neighbor’s house despite the brake pedal being pressed. The owner claimed that Tesla attributed this to the terrain affecting the accelerator’s disengagement. Tesla has yet to officially respond to this allegation.
More details can be found in the original report from Ars Technica.