Last updated: 2026-03-04

65
GoodReliability score: 65 out of 100, rated Good
2025 Tesla Cybertruck

2025 Tesla Cybertruck Reliability Score & Common Problems

The 2025 Tesla Cybertruck scores 65/100 ("Good"). With 2 recalls and 13 owner complaints, reliability is acceptable but not class-leading.

Recalls

2

Complaints

13

Complaint Rate

5

per 10k sold

Above avg

Est. Annual Cost

N/A

Major Repair Risk

N/A

NHTSA Rating

5/5

Score Breakdown

Complaint Severity35%
73/100 (Good)

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs30%
40/100 (Mixed)

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact20%
80/100 (Excellent)

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue Diversity15%
78/100 (Good)

Breadth of reported problem categories

Consider

Acceptable reliability — worth considering with a pre-purchase inspection.

Top Issues

LANE DEPARTURE (2)STRUCTURE (2)STEERING (2)

2 recalls on record

Should You Buy the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck?

The 2025 Tesla Cybertruck scores 65/100 ("Good"), placing it in acceptable but not class-leading territory.

Its complaint rate (5 per 10k sold) is above the Truck segment average of 2.7. The most common reports involve structure (2).

A pre-purchase inspection is recommended for used examples, with particular attention to structure (2). An extended warranty may provide additional peace of mind.

Compared to the 2026 Tesla Cybertruck. See also the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck for an earlier comparison.

Pros

  • Acceptable reliability score
  • Low recall count
  • 5-star NHTSA crash rating

Cons

  • Above-average complaint rate for Truck
  • STEERING: Issues with the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck's steering, particularly when using... (2 complaints)
  • STRUCTURE: Issues with the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck's structure, specifically with exterior... (2 complaints)

Compare 2025 Tesla Cybertruck With

Common Problem Categories

Safety

  • 2 manufacturer recalls issued

Other

  • LANE DEPARTURE (2)
  • STRUCTURE (2)
  • STEERING (2)
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (2)
  • SEATS (1)
  • SEAT BELTS (1)
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER (1)
  • VISIBILITY/WIPER (1)
  • SUSPENSION (1)

See detailed breakdown by component ↓

Recall Overview

2

recalls on record

The 2025 Tesla Cybertruck has 2 recalls on record. This is a low count. Recalls are manufacturer-initiated fixes for safety or compliance issues and are repaired at no cost to the owner at authorized dealerships.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

5

per 10k sold

Segment avg: 2.7

LowAvgHigh
Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

1

Fires

0

Injuries

2

Deaths

0

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

2025 Tesla Cybertruck Recall Details

2 recalls have been issued for the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck. All recall repairs are performed free of charge at authorized dealerships.

25V6990002025-10-15

EXTERIOR LIGHTING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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."

Consequence

Parking lights that are too bright can reduce visibility of oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-00-008.

25V1700002025-03-18

STRUCTURE

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

Consequence

A detached light bar can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Tesla service will replace the cant rail assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 19, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-10-001.

2025 Tesla Cybertruck NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall Safety Rating

Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5
Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Driver: 5/5Passenger: 4/5

Rollover risk: 12.4%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Adjustable Upper Belt Anchorage (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Reminder System (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Driver, Front Passenger)Additional Air Bags (Driver In-board Far-side Airbag)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (No)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) (Standard)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) locations (Not Available)
View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Tesla Cybertruck Repair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

2Maintenance rating: 2 out of 5

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

2025 Tesla Cybertruck Example Repair Prices

National average price ranges for common repairs. These are not model-year-specific failure predictions.

Common repair costs and price estimates
RepairEstimated Cost
Tire Pressure Monitor Lamp Diagnosis$122 – $179
General Diagnosis$122 – $179
Noise Diagnosis$122 – $179
Vibration Diagnosis$122 – $179
No Start Diagnosis$122 – $179
Pre-Purchase Car Inspection$183 – $269
Engine Oil Light Diagnosis$122 – $179
Check Engine Light Diagnosis & Testing$122 – $179
AC Diagnosis$122 – $179
Air Conditioning System Leak Inspection$122 – $179

Estimates based on national average repair costs. Actual costs may vary by location and shop.

When Buying a Used 2025 Tesla Cybertruck

Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing, based on the most common reported issues.

  • Inspect for loose rear middle row seat
  • Check for moisture inside HV battery pack
  • Test autopilot for illegal lane changes
  • Verify structural integrity of exterior panels
  • Ensure air suspension system functions properly
  • Confirm lane-keeping stability on curves
  • Inspect front body panel for adhesion issues

Check Any 2025 Tesla Cybertruck's History Before You Buy

Reliability scores tell you what to expect from the 2025 Cybertruck in general — but every car has its own story. Uncover past accidents, title issues, odometer rollbacks, and service records for a specific Tesla Cybertruck with a free VIN lookup.

Powered by VINExposed.com — free vehicle history reports using public title and safety data.

2025 Tesla Cybertruck Common Problems by Component

13 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.

2
2
2
2
LANE DEPARTURE (2)STRUCTURE (2)STEERING (2)ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (2)SEATS (1)SEAT BELTS (1)UNKNOWN OR OTHER (1)VISIBILITY/WIPER (1)Other (1)

LANE DEPARTURE

2 complaints

Owners report issues with the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck's Full Self-Driving system, specifically related to lane departure on highways. Complaints frequently mention the vehicle failing to maintain its lane during curves, sometimes resulting in contact with road bumps or proximity to other vehicles. Another common symptom is the vehicle pulling towards the left lane line, reducing the buffer with adjacent traffic, which occurs at highway speeds and over several months of ownership. These issues are reported to persist despite multiple service visits, with one owner noting that Tesla acknowledged similar problems in other vehicles. No warning messages accompany these behaviors, which are described as posing significant safety risks.

2 complaints total

STRUCTURE

2 complaints

Owners report issues with the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck's structure, specifically with exterior panels. Complaints frequently mention that the stainless-steel cant rail can detach while driving, creating road debris and posing a hazard to other motorists. Another reported issue involves the front body panel of the hood becoming unglued. These problems appear to occur shortly after purchase, with one complaint specifying an August 2025 model. Safety implications include potential hazards to other vehicles due to detached panels. Buyers considering this model should be aware of these structural issues and their potential impact on safety.

2 complaints total

STEERING

2 complaintsSafety-related

Owners report issues with the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck's steering, particularly when using autopilot and adaptive steering features. Complaints frequently mention abrupt, unexpected vehicle maneuvers, such as illegal lane changes and failure of steering corrections, which have led to near-miss incidents and a crash. In one case, an autopilot-induced abrupt turn resulted in a pet being thrown from the passenger seat to the driver's footwell. Another complaint describes a crash where the vehicle's steering and braking interventions failed during a suspension system malfunction, resulting in the vehicle veering off the road into a ditch. These issues are reported from the time of delivery, indicating potential early-life defects in steering and suspension systems that affect vehicle safety and handling.

2 complaints total1 crash1 injury
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (2 complaints)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 complaints

Owners of the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck report two distinct issues related to the electrical system. One complaint involves moisture accumulation inside the sealed high-voltage battery pack, with owners noting trace condensation and crystallized residue, potentially due to a manufacturing defect in the pack lid gasket, particularly in early VINs. Another issue involves the vehicle's front driver-side door closing independently, resulting in injury to the owner. The approximate mileage for these incidents varies, with one report at around 7,857 miles. Safety implications include potential injury from the door issue and possible battery-related risks if moisture ingress is not addressed.

2 complaints total1 injury
SEATS (1 complaints)

SEATS

1 complaint
2025-09-03

The contact owns a 2025 Tesla Cybertruck. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the rear middle row seat felt loose and failed to remain in place as intended. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed with a loose rear middle row seat. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 978.

SEAT BELTS (1 complaints)

SEAT BELTS

1 complaint
2025-07-01

I’ve had a model 3,model y and now a cybertruck, can’t speak on the rest of the fleet but didn’t had this problem with those cars or any my other cars in the pass, but the passenger side seat belt keeps locking up, if you have to reach down to get an item or reach back it locks up, even if you go a few inches over it locks up which which needs constant taking the seat belt off and resetting it which become a safety issues while driving for the passenger, I took it to the dealership and they said it’s normal, I feel like the seat belt is short which makes it lock up as it should or other defect, I tasted on another cybertruck and didn’t had that problem, tesla customer service didn’t wanted to help me and push me away, I google the problem and there a forum and people having the same problem

UNKNOWN OR OTHER (1 complaints)

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint
2025-11-01

Tesla sold me a 2025 Cybertruck RWD without disclosing that no compatible bed cover exists at all for this model. We test-drove the vehicle at Tesla Clermont and took delivery at Tesla Tallahassee. At neither location were we told that the RWD trim cannot use the powered hard tonneau cover OR the soft tonneau cover. After delivery, Tesla confirmed in writing that the only cover associated with this model is out of stock with no ETA, and they “cannot speculate on availability.” No third-party manufacturer offers a compatible cover. This means the vehicle’s truck bed cannot be covered or secured in any manner. As a result, we experienced two serious safety incidents. Both times, the vehicle was operating in SFD (self-drive) mode at speeds below the posted speed limit, with items properly tied down using rope. Even under safe, controlled conditions, items flew out of the truck bed twice, nearly causing a collision behind us. Vehicles had to brake and swerve to avoid debris. These incidents created a direct hazard to us and the surrounding traffic. The Cybertruck RWD cannot safely retain cargo under normal driving conditions without a cover, and no cover exists or can be purchased. Tesla buried a clause in a 45-page contract saying they may “remove parts from commerce,” but this does NOT excuse failing to disclose that no safe cargo-retention solution exists for the RWD configuration. A pickup truck that cannot keep cargo from ejecting onto the roadway presents a serious safety defect. I am reporting this because the inability to secure a load is a safety hazard for both occupants and other drivers, and Tesla has no remedy available. Thank you

VISIBILITY/WIPER (1 complaints)

VISIBILITY/WIPER

1 complaint
2025-12-03

windshield crack spontaneously while using defrost function TESLA refused cover it with warranty

SUSPENSION (1 complaints)

SUSPENSION

1 complaint
2026-01-05

One to two times per month upon starting my Cybertruck I receive multiple notifications for systems not working including "Driver Assistance - Automatic Emergency Braking is unavailable" and "Steering & Braking - Adaptive ride control degraded/Ride comfort may be reduced." These alerts cause the disablement of the regenerative braking, auto-hold (braking), emergency braking, adaptive ride control, traction control, and the self drive features. While the vehicle is still drivable, my ability to control the vehicle is greatly diminished, as is the safety of the vehicle without any of the accident avoidance and stability systems working. After driving in this condition, if I park the vehicle, exit it, and let it sit for at least 10 minutes, all systems are normal upon reentry. On 1/5 I experienced this issue and opened a service request for warranty work and Tesla demanded that I agree to a $200 charge before they would even look at it and said if they were unable to see the issue then it would not be considered as warranty. Since I cannot reproduce this issue on demand I cancelled the service request as I do not want to pay them $200 to say they couldn't reproduce the issue. Internet searches have revealed that this is a common issue among Cybertrucks and despite multiple software updates since owning my vehicle, it has not gotten any better.

When Do 2025 Tesla Cybertruck Problems Start?

Based on owner complaint patterns, here's when common issues tend to appear.

900–1,000 milesLoose rear seat
7,000–8,000 milesElectrical system failures

Best & Worst Tesla Cybertruck Years

Best Tesla Cybertruck Years to Buy

The best Tesla Cybertruck year is 2025 with a reliability score of 65/100, rated good. Other strong picks include 2024 (52/100).

65
GoodReliability score: 65 out of 100, rated Good

2025(this page)

2 recalls · 13 complaints

52
MixedReliability score: 52 out of 100, rated Mixed

2024

10 recalls · 104 complaints

Tesla Cybertruck Years to Avoid

No Tesla Cybertruck years are statistical outliers in our data — all years score consistently.

See full Tesla Cybertruck years-to-avoid analysis →

Tesla Cybertruck Reliability Score Trend

Tesla Cybertruck reliability has improved in recent years, with newer models scoring an average of 65/100 compared to 52/100 for older years.

avg 59
24
25

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Tesla Cybertruck reliability scores by year
YearScoreRating
202452/100Mixed
202565/100Good

Tesla Cybertruck Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
YearScorevs Prior YearRatingRecallsComplaints
202659/100 (predicted)Predicted11
2025(selected)65/100+13Good213
202452/100Mixed10104

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck reliable?
The 2025 Tesla Cybertruck has a "Good" reliability rating with a score of 65/100. It is reasonably reliable with 2 recalls and 13 owner complaints, though some issues have been reported.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck include: LANE DEPARTURE (2 complaints), STRUCTURE (2 complaints), STEERING (2 complaints), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (2 complaints), SEATS (1 complaints). These issues were identified from owner complaints analyzed by Auto Reliability Index.
How many recalls does the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck have?
The 2025 Tesla Cybertruck has 2 recalls on record. Recalls are safety or compliance fixes issued by the manufacturer and repaired at no cost at authorized dealerships.
Is the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck expensive to maintain?
The 2025 Tesla Cybertruck should have average maintenance costs for its class. With a reliability score of 65/100, some repairs may be needed, but overall ownership costs are manageable.

How We Calculate Reliability Scores

Auto Reliability Index scores are calculated on a 0–100 scale using a weighted formula that combines multiple public data sources. Each factor is weighted based on its predictive value for real-world ownership experience.

Key Ranking Factors

1

Complaint Severity

NHTSA owner complaints weighted by component category (e.g., powertrain, safety systems, electronics, cosmetic) — safety-critical issues carry more weight than cosmetic ones. Adjusted for sales volume so high-volume models aren't unfairly penalized.

2

Repair Costs

Independent reliability ratings based on repair frequency, average repair costs, and severity of typical repairs for each model.

3

Recall Impact

Number of NHTSA recalls weighted by severity. “Stop driving” and fire-risk recalls are penalized more heavily than minor software or labeling recalls.

4

Issue Diversity

Measures how many major vehicle systems (engine, transmission, electrical, braking, etc.) have recorded complaints. A vehicle with issues spread across many systems may indicate systemic quality issues.

Scores are grouped into four tiers:

  • 80–100: Excellent — Top-tier reliability, minimal issues
  • 60–79: Good — Reliable with some minor concerns
  • 40–59: Mixed — Notable issues, research before buying
  • 0–39: Risky — Significant problems, proceed with caution

Data is sourced from NHTSA recall records, owner complaint filings, and independent repair databases. Scores are recalculated as new data becomes available. While the weighting model is proprietary, all underlying data sources are public and traceable.

See incorrect data? Report an issue