Tesla is recalling over 46,000 Cybertrucks in the United States to fix a problem with an exterior panel that could come loose while driving. This is the latest recall for the electric pickup truck.
The recall affects Cybertrucks built from November 2023 to February 27, 2025, according to a filing Tesla made with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
This recall could be a setback for Tesla, whose stock has dropped by about half this year due to growing competition, an aging product lineup, and controversies involving CEO Elon Musk. Musk’s involvement with the Trump administration has also caused some backlash.
The issue involves a stainless-steel trim panel on the outside of the vehicle that could detach while driving, creating a potential hazard and increasing the risk of a crash. To fix this, Tesla will replace the panel with a new one that passes durability tests.
The problem came to light when a vehicle owner reported a detached panel to the NHTSA on February 21. Tesla says drivers might notice a noise inside the cabin or see the panel coming loose if this happens.
Tesla is aware of 151 warranty claims related to this issue, but there have been no reports of accidents or injuries.
The recalled vehicles make up most of the Cybertrucks currently on the road, according to analysts. Demand for the Cybertruck was already showing signs of slowing down at the end of last year.
Tesla’s stock dropped 1.4% in early trading after the recall news. The company’s stock has fallen nearly 42% this year.
Tesla had the highest number of recalls in the U.S. in 2024, with 5.1 million vehicles recalled, according to recall management firm BizzyCar. However, many of Tesla’s past recalls were solved through over-the-air software updates.
