2026 Tesla Cybertruck

Cybertruck reservation holders who selected Full Self-Driving (FSD) at reservation expected the price to be locked in, but it automatically updated to higher amounts like from $7,000 to $8,000 despite...

Tesla's launch event claimed bulletproof glass for the Cybertruck, but this was never clarified or corrected, leaving owners shocked that the glass does not actually withstand bullets.

The $20,000 Foundation Series upgrade includes Full Self-Driving capability, but owners receive the truck without it and no timeline for delivery.

The Cybertruck's large plastic fenders prevent the standard CCS fast charging adapter from fitting, forcing owners to buy a separate adapter.

Tesla advertises up to 320 miles of range for the Cybertruck, but real-world tests show only 206-254 miles on a full charge.

Foundation Series Cyberbeast includes Off-Road Light Bar; initial post-delivery delays, but Tesla has begun installations and scheduling service.

Some Cybertrucks arrive missing trim panels, leaving sharp edges that can injure owners' hands.

The Cybertruck's stainless steel body is prone to rusting, staining from fingerprints, bird droppings, and washing in sunlight, requiring immediate cleaning and a $5,000 wrap to prevent.

Full Self-Driving software is delayed for Cybertruck owners, with some waiting 6 months to nearly a year after delivery despite being included in purchases.

Autosteer, part of basic Autopilot, was advertised as included for Cybertruck but is now withheld from non-Full Self-Driving owners.

The Cybertruck has a sensor in the bed outlet door that detects if it's closed. Owners report false alerts claiming the door is open even when fully closed.

The overhead driver light turns on unexpectedly without user input. Owners suspect a software or hardware glitch, especially noticeable in the dark.

The vehicle's horn sounds off without any driver input. This startling issue appears tied to electronic faults.

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system displays error code AEB_W009_AEBFAULT. This disables a key safety feature.

The Cybertruck's adaptive suspension system, which adjusts ride height and stiffness, shows 'Unavailable' warning on new vehicles. This impacts handling and comfort.

Error prevents AC (Level 2) charging functionality. Owners cannot use standard home chargers.

Windshield wipers activate without rain or driver command, likely due to faulty rain sensor. This is distracting and wears wiper blades unnecessarily.

Front parking lights exceeded brightness limits due to controller issue, dazzling oncoming drivers. Tesla issued firmware recall SB-25-17-003 for model years 2024-2026 to correct front parking lamp ma...

Full Self-Driving (FSD) software causes sharp swerves at highway speeds to avoid painted road markings like arrows. This creates dangerous instability.

Multiple alerts trigger 'Power Reduced' warning with turtle icon, putting truck in limp mode. Limits performance and requires service.

High-voltage battery shows HVBATT_a224_VcleftMia 1/3 error codes. Indicates potential cell monitoring failure.

Errors PM_a041_dasMIA, DI_a141_dasMIA with ECU fault disable all cameras. Impacts safety features like Autopilot.

The Cybertruck has settings to automatically fold its side mirrors when the vehicle locks or at remembered locations. Owners report they do not fold despite being enabled, though they work manually or...

The Cybertruck's external speaker allows owners to communicate through the Tesla app, such as for talking to people outside the vehicle. Users complain the volume is much quieter than in other Tesla m...

The Cybertruck uses steer-by-wire, which reviewers praised for disengaging (allowing the wheel to spin freely) when the vehicle is off. Owners report this feature does not work on their trucks.

The Cybertruck's navigation screen offers satellite and digital map modes. It defaults back to digital map every time the driver re-enters the vehicle, despite user preference for satellite mode.

Unlike traditional vehicles, the Cybertruck has no gauges or instrument cluster behind the steering wheel, requiring drivers to glance at the central touchscreen for speed and other info. This forces ...

The Cybertruck controls AC vents through touchscreen menus rather than physical knobs or sliders. This requires multiple menu navigations for simple adjustments, unlike one-motion physical controls in...

Sentry Mode is a security feature that uses the Cybertruck's cameras to monitor surroundings when parked. After the 2025.32.6 software update, it repeatedly shuts off automatically despite correct set...

Owners report unexplained 'ghostly' behaviors in the Cybertruck, potentially linked to a recent software update.

Tesla voluntarily provides extensive vehicle data, including location and camera footage from Cybertrucks, to law enforcement without court orders. Owners report Tesla accessing and sharing data from ...

Tesla employees have shared sensitive customer videos from vehicle cameras internally, including images of children and nudity. This was reported by former employees and confirmed in investigations.

A Tesla whistleblower leaked 100GB of confidential files containing sensitive customer data, investigated as a GDPR violation.

Opting out of data sharing with Tesla deactivates vehicle connectivity, disabling advanced features and preventing real-time notifications that could prevent damage.

Tesla collects location, Autopilot camera data, infotainment usage, and cabin camera videos if data sharing is enabled, using cellular, Wi-Fi, GPS, and Bluetooth.

Sentry Mode uses vehicle cameras to record bystanders and nearby people who approach too closely, potentially violating their privacy.

The Cybertruck's steering system displays critical error messages on the screen, often with flashing red warnings, forcing drivers to pull over immediately. These errors indicate high voltage system i...

The central infotainment screen suddenly goes black, locking owners out of vehicle controls even with sufficient battery, preventing shifting or exiting. Owners report this happening randomly after sh...

After a car wash, the Cybertruck becomes completely unresponsive and 'bricked,' requiring a full system reboot that takes over five hours to restore functionality.

Core safety features like traction control, stability control, automatic vehicle hold, adaptive ride control, and lane departure avoidance suddenly disable, displaying error messages across multiple s...

The regenerative braking system, which normally slows the vehicle by converting kinetic energy to battery charge and can't be fully disabled, randomly stops working during drives.

The screen displays lists of major error codes after short drives, often in cold weather, persisting despite reboots until the system sleeps and clears them.

The GPS system inaccurately reports the vehicle's position, causing errors in navigation display and Full Self-Driving (FSD) performance.

Sentry Mode, the security surveillance system that records video when threats are detected, fails to capture footage of actual incidents like window smashing.

Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) is an advanced driver assistance feature that owners can buy outright or via subscription. Owners complain that purchasing a used Foundation Series Cybertruck risks los...

Tesla vehicles require connectivity for over-the-air (OTA) updates, remote services, and certain in-car features. Opting out of data sharing disables these essential functions, locking owners into dat...