Tesla Recalls 173 Cybertrucks Over Potential Wheel Separation
Recall affects 2024-2026 rear-wheel-drive Cybertrucks with 18-inch steel wheels; Tesla will replace rotors, hubs and lug nuts free of charge.
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Fox BusinessTesla recalls Cybertrucks over fears wheels could fall off while driving
ABC NewsTesla recalls some Cybertrucks for wheel issue and over 200K other cars over camera
Washington TimesTesla recalls some Cybertrucks for wheel issue and more than 200,000 other cars for camera failure
WiredTesla’s Latest Recall? Wheels May Fall Off Cybertrucks
Overview
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Tesla is recalling 173 Cybertrucks because brake rotor stud holes may crack and allow wheel studs to separate from the wheel hub.
Tesla said the defect traced to pre-production testing in 2025 and that planned rotor durability improvements were not incorporated when production began on Aug. 28, 2025 due to a change management error.
Tesla said it will replace the front and rear brake rotors, hubs, and lug nuts on affected vehicles at no cost to owners.
Tesla is also recalling roughly 200,000 to 218,000 Model Y, Model S, Model X and Model 3 vehicles for a rearview camera software issue, and the company said it is not aware of any accidents, injuries or fatalities.
Tesla notified all stores and service centers of the Cybertruck recall on April 20 and said owners will receive notification letters on June 20.
Analysis
Center-leaning sources present this recall report neutrally, relying on official NHTSA and manufacturer language, specific recall numbers, and factual details (models, defect, risk). They avoid evaluative adjectives, include remediation steps and contact information, and note that Tesla reported no accidents or injuries, which balances the safety concern with context.