The 2026 Tesla Cybertruck has zero owner defect complaints and 2 safety recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. EPA records certify all-electric efficiency of 78 to 79 MPGe with an estimated driving range of 325–335 miles across 3 certified vehicle configurations.
Key Data Findings
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 0 reports
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 2 campaigns
- • NHTSA Overall Safety Rating: 5 / 5 Stars
- • EPA Efficiency: 78–79 MPGe (3 variants)
Data Note: Compiled directly from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
| Cybertruck Dual Motor AWD 100% Electric | Electric Motor | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 87 MPGe | 70 MPGe | 78 MPGe | 325 mi | $950 / yr |
| Cybertruck AWD 100% Electric | Electric Motor | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 85 MPGe | 72 MPGe | 79 MPGe | 325 mi | $950 / yr |
| Cybertruck Long Range (20in Cyber wheels) 100% Electric | Electric Motor | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 89 MPGe | 67 MPGe | 78 MPGe | 335 mi | $1,000 / yr |
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.
Electric Range & Charging: The 2026 Tesla Cybertruck provides an official EPA-rated driving range of up to 335 miles on a single battery charge.
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
| PU/CC BEV AWD | | | | | 12.4% |
| PU/CC BEV RWD | Not Rated | | | Not Rated | — |
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as No and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as No in official NHTSA records for tested 2026 Tesla Cybertruck models.
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Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
View all 2026 Tesla Cybertruck problems & component breakdown (0 categories) →
Affected Component: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Defect Summary: Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Cybertruck vehicles equipped with 18-inch steel wheels. The brake rotor stud holes may crack and allow the stud to separate from the wheel hub.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Tesla Service will replace the front and rear brake rotors, hubs, and lug nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-33-003.
Affected Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Summary: 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."
Free Manufacturer 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.
View all 2026 Tesla Cybertruck recalls & campaign history (2 campaigns) →