2026 Tesla Cybertruck
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Steering
Steering leads by volume: 3 of 7 complaints (43%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Driver Assistance & Speed Control include more crash reports (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 24 in 2025 to 7 in 2026.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2026 electric vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 900–1,000 | 950–1,000 | |
| Combined MPGe | 78–82 | 78–79 | |
| City / Highway MPGe | 85–93 / 67–72 | 85–89 / 67–72 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 0 | 0 | |
| Complaints filed | 24 | 7 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 2 | 2 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2026 Tesla Cybertruck have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2026 Tesla Cybertruck?
Steering: 3 of 7 NHTSA complaints (43%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Tesla Cybertruck get?
EPA rates it 78–79 MPGe combined across 3 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Tesla Cybertruck?
EPA estimates $950–$1,000 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 85 MPGe (low) | 72 MPGe (high) | 79 MPGe (high) | $950 (low) | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 89 MPGe (high) | 67 MPGe (low) | 78 MPGe (low) | $1,000 (high) | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 87 MPGe | 70 MPGe | 78 MPGe (low) | $950 (low) | 0 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (2)
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR · Campaign 26V255000 · Apr 22, 2026
Defect: 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.
Consequence: Wheel stud separation can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EXTERIOR LIGHTING · Campaign 25V699000 · Oct 15, 2025
Defect: 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.