Tesla recalls Cybertruck for wiper motor failure, safety concerns
Tesla announced a major recall for its latest product, the electric pickup Cybertruck, due to minor issues that could have serious consequences.
1:32 PM EDT, June 27, 2024
The main reason for the recall is a problem with the front windshield wiper, which may fail and suddenly stop working. The issue concerns the wiper motor explicitly. The first problems were detected in February 2024, and the cause was analyzed in the following months.
It turned out that the problem did not lie in the mechanism itself but in the testing procedure, during which too much current was used, potentially damaging the printed motor boards.
Tesla decided to service all Cybertruck models produced between November 13, 2023, and June 6, 2024, to detect the defect and possibly replace the board. According to the manufacturer, the problem affects about 2% of the vehicles. However, it is better to be safe than sorry.
It is worth noting that a recall related to the cargo area trim parts is also being carried out simultaneously. Some of these parts can come off during driving, posing a risk to other road users. Tesla has promised to address this issue as well.
