Tesla Cybertruck’s head-scratching trim sold terribly, recall documents reveal

NHTSA recall documents confirm that a poorly-received Tesla Cybertruck trim, which was only available for a few months, sold very poorly. The documents provide official data on the low sales figures, validating earlier speculation about the trim's lack of popularity. For Cybertruck owners and enthusiasts, this highlights that an unpopular and short-lived configuration option failed to resonate with buyers.

April 30, 2026

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Tesla recalls Cybertruck over potential wheel stud failure affecting 173 units

Apr 29

Model 3/Y

Tesla wins big as NHTSA drops three-year, 120k unit probe against Model Y

Apr 28

Model 3/Y

NHTSA closes probe into Tesla Model Y steering wheels falling off after finding just two cases

Apr 28

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Cybertruck • Apr 22, 2026

Tesla addresses Cybertruck PCS failures with free Supercharging for delayed repairs, but still no recall

Tesla is offering free Supercharging to Cybertruck owners experiencing Power Conversion System (PCS) failures as compensation for repair delays. However, the company has not issued a formal recall for the issue. This means affected owners get a temporary benefit while waiting for a fix, but the problem is not being addressed with an official safety campaign.

FSD • Apr 06, 2026

NHTSA closes Tesla Smart Summon probe after 159 incidents

The NHTSA has ended its investigation into Tesla's Smart Summon feature after reviewing 159 minor property damage incidents with no reported injuries. The closure follows several over-the-air software updates that addressed the issues, and no recall was required. This outcome is positive for Tesla, as it validates the company's ability to resolve safety concerns through remote updates without a formal recall.

Latest • Mar 20, 2026

NHTSA denies 2023 petition seeking recall of all Teslas over unintended acceleration

The NHTSA has officially rejected a 2023 petition that sought a massive recall of all Tesla vehicles over alleged unintended acceleration. The agency concluded the claims lacked evidence and that the existing safeguards, like the brake override system, are sufficient. This decision closes the investigation, providing a significant regulatory win for Tesla and affirming the safety of its acceleration systems for owners.