2024-2025 Tesla Cybertruck Body Panel Recall (25V170)
Tesla, Inc. · 46,096 vehicles · Reported March 18, 2025
Tesla, Inc. is recalling 46,096 2024-2025 Tesla Cybertruck vehicles. The light bar can delaminate and detach from the vehicle. A detached light bar can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 25V170 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V170000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | SB-25-10-001 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | March 18, 2025 |
| Manufacturer | Tesla, Inc. |
| Vehicles | 2024-2025 Tesla Cybertruck |
| Units affected | 46,096 |
| Build dates | November 13, 2023 to February 27, 2025 |
| Component | Structure > Body |
| Safety risk | A detached light bar can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2024-2025 Tesla Cybertruck in recall 25V170?
The light bar can delaminate and detach from the vehicle.
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Cybertruck vehicles. The light bar can delaminate and detach from the vehicle.
Is it safe to drive a 2024-2025 Cybertruck with recall 25V170?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A detached light bar can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A detached light bar can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Cybertruck shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the body, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 25V170?
Recall 25V170 covers 46,096 vehicles: 2024-2025 Tesla Cybertruck.
NHTSA lists 46,096 vehicles in this campaign, built November 13, 2023 to February 27, 2025. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 | Tesla | Cybertruck |
What is the fix for the Cybertruck body panel recall?
Yes. Tesla service will replace the cant rail assembly, free of charge.
Tesla service will replace the cant rail assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 19, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-10-001.
When was recall 25V170 announced?
Tesla, Inc. reported recall 25V170 to NHTSA on March 18, 2025. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as September 19, 2025.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| November 13, 2023 | First affected vehicle built (per Tesla, Inc.'s filing). |
| February 27, 2025 | Last affected vehicle built. |
| March 18, 2025 | Tesla, Inc. filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 25V170000. |
| September 19, 2025 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 18 months ago, and vehicles were built over a span of 472 days. If your Cybertruck was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Cybertruck is part of recall 25V170?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 25V170 is open on your Cybertruck, it will be listed there.
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. It shows any open safety recall on your vehicle, including 25V170000. Your VIN is on the registration card, the insurance card, and the driver side of the dashboard where it meets the windshield. Recent recalls can take a few days to appear in the lookup.
What should Cybertruck owners do about recall 25V170?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 25V170000 applies to your Cybertruck.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Tesla dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Keep a simple log of any body symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Cybertruck owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 197 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 15 of them about the body, doors and seats.
Since recall 25V170 was reported on March 18, 2025, owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA about the body, doors and seats on these vehicles. 2 of them (13%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the body, doors and seats and were received on or after March 18, 2025, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related body, doors and seats issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 197 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 15 of them involve the body, doors and seats. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2024 Tesla Cybertruck: 173 complaints in total, 12 about the body, doors and seats
- 2025 Tesla Cybertruck: 24 complaints in total, 3 about the body, doors and seats
A few excerpts from owner complaints filed with NHTSA (unverified, lightly trimmed):
The contact owns a 2025 Tesla Cybertruck. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the rear middle row seat felt loose and failed to remain in place as intended. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed with a loose rear middle row seat.
2025 Tesla Cybertruck owner, TX, NHTSA complaint 11686918, filed September 12, 2025
The contact owns a 2024 Tesla Cybertruck. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V170000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue.
2024 Tesla Cybertruck owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11663163, filed May 27, 2025
The contact owns a 2024 Tesla Cybertruck. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V170000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.
2024 Tesla Cybertruck owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11663967, filed May 30, 2025
Can recall 25V170 make my Cybertruck a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 25V170000 does not automatically make your Cybertruck a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Door latch, seat and body structure defects can affect safety in a crash and everyday use. If the recall repair does not solve the problem, the repeat visit is part of your record.
This campaign follows an earlier recall for the same issue. A second recall can mean the first remedy failed, and repeated repair attempts on the same defect are the core of most lemon law claims.
Earlier campaigns on these vehicles involving the same component: 24V457000.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 25V170
Did the recall 25V170 fix work?
Since recall 25V170 was reported on March 18, 2025, owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA about the body, doors and seats on these vehicles. 2 of them (13%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed September 19, 2025.
Is the 25V170000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Cybertruck is part of recall 25V170000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 25V170000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Tesla. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.