Tesla Cybertruck: A Recall and a Scandal That Isn't One

The current recall is causing quite a stir - and not just in the USA, but also in the German media landscape. Imagine, 46,096 Cybertrucks have to go to the workshop - a recall that appears in the headlines and at the same time provides a fascinating insight into the sales figures. It quickly becomes clear: This is not a scandal, but a targeted step that improves the safety and quality of your vehicle.

The Problem: Falling Body Parts

In the affected Cybertrucks, a thin metal part, the Cant Rail, detaches from the body. This component, which is mounted above the window glass, is fixed by a single bolt and special adhesive bonds. Due to extreme temperature changes, the adhesives become brittle, causing the part to partially fall off. Tesla has already registered 151 warranty cases - so far without injuries or accidents.

The Solution and the Figures at a Glance

Tesla has decided to completely replace the faulty Cant Rail. The old part will be removed and replaced with a new, more robustly fastened component, fixed with an improved structural adhesive, additional grooves, and weld seams. Interestingly, the recall simultaneously provides the first official insight into the sales figures:

Sold Cybertrucks: 46,096 models
Estimated faulty vehicles: approx. 1% (about 460 vehicles)
Warranty cases: 151 cases, which have already been resolved

The figures show that almost all Cybertrucks delivered in the USA are affected by this recall - an interesting fact, as Tesla has not yet reported Cybertruck sales separately in official reports, but rather grouped them under the category "Other Models."

Populist Reporting in the German Media

German media have picked up the topic in a populist and sensationalist manner. Headlines like "Delivery Stopped" and "Losing Body Parts" created an image of chaos - although the recall is primarily to be understood as a preventive safety measure. The media emphasized the potential risk of accidents and let the technical solution, which Tesla is consistently implementing, fade into the background. It is often overlooked that only a small part (about 1%) of the vehicles is affected by the problem and has already been successfully corrected.

What Does This Mean for Customers?

Cybertruck owners benefit in the long term from the high safety orientation and quick response to technical defects. If a vehicle is affected, customers are immediately and comprehensively informed – even if it may lead to additional costs for individual vehicle modifications such as wraps or coatings.

Conclusion

The Tesla Cybertruck recall shows how important continuous quality controls are. Despite the sensational headlines in the German media, the measure should be understood as a necessary and technically well-thought-out step. Looking at the sales figures, it becomes clear: Tesla provides a rare insight into the number of Cybertrucks delivered, which shows that the recall is by no means a scandal, but a contribution to the safety and development of the vehicle.