2024-2026 Tesla Cybertruck Brake Rotor Recall (26V255)
Tesla, Inc. · 173 vehicles · Reported April 21, 2026
Tesla, Inc. is recalling 173 2024-2026 Tesla Cybertruck vehicles. The brake rotor stud holes may crack and allow the stud to separate from the wheel hub. Wheel stud separation can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 26V255 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V255000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | SB-26-33-003 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | April 21, 2026 |
| Manufacturer | Tesla, Inc. |
| Vehicles | 2024-2026 Tesla Cybertruck |
| Units affected | 173 |
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic > Foundation Components > Disc > Rotor |
| Safety risk | Wheel stud separation can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2024-2026 Tesla Cybertruck in recall 26V255?
The brake rotor stud holes may crack and allow the stud to separate from the wheel hub.
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.
Is it safe to drive a 2024-2026 Cybertruck with recall 26V255?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: Wheel stud separation can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: Wheel stud separation can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the rotor.
Which vehicles are included in recall 26V255?
Recall 26V255 covers 173 vehicles: 2024-2026 Tesla Cybertruck.
NHTSA lists 173 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-2026 | Tesla | Cybertruck |
What is the fix for the Cybertruck brake rotor recall?
Yes. Tesla Service will replace the front and rear brake rotors, hubs, and lug nuts, free of charge.
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.
When was recall 26V255 announced?
Tesla, Inc. reported recall 26V255 to NHTSA on April 21, 2026. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as June 20, 2026.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| March 21, 2024 | First affected vehicle built (per Tesla, Inc.'s filing). |
| April 21, 2026 | Tesla, Inc. filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 26V255000. |
| June 20, 2026 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 5 months ago. 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 26V255?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 26V255 is open on your Cybertruck, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 26V255000 is open on your Cybertruck, it will be listed there, along with Tesla recall number SB-26-33-003. You can also ask any Tesla dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should Cybertruck owners do about recall 26V255?
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 26V255000 applies to your Cybertruck.
- Call a Tesla dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Write down when symptoms involving the rotor happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Cybertruck owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 205 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 10 of them about the brakes.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the brakes have been filed since recall 26V255 was reported (2) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 205 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 10 of them involve the brakes. 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, 8 about the brakes
- 2025 Tesla Cybertruck: 24 complaints in total, 2 about the brakes
- 2026 Tesla Cybertruck: 8 complaints in total, 0 about the brakes
A few excerpts from owner complaints filed with NHTSA (unverified, lightly trimmed):
On taking the exit on the freeway, the accelerator and the brakes were unresponsive and the vehicle took control and no longer responded to the driver's actions. Then it hit the sidewalk , the tires bursted and the wind shied cracked. The vehicle drove over the side walk with bursted tires and then it stopped.
2024 Tesla Cybertruck owner, CA, NHTSA complaint 11653040, filed April 6, 2025
While exiting the Chick-fil-A drive-thru lane, I lightly pressed the accelerator to move into the next lane. Suddenly, the vehicle jerked forward very quickly, as if I had floored the accelerator. At the same time, the display showed "Emergency Braking in Progress.
2024 Tesla Cybertruck owner, NC, NHTSA complaint 11695892, filed October 27, 2025
While driving on a local road and thank fully at speed of 20mph vehicle lost all power, in few seconds of alerts steering failed as well as brake failed. Car slowly coasted to stop and died completely. Steering and brakes were completely unresponsive all of a sudden while driving.
2024 Tesla Cybertruck owner, OH, NHTSA complaint 11707048, filed December 25, 2025
Can recall 26V255 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 26V255000 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))?
If the 2024-2026 Tesla Cybertruck brakes have needed more than one trip to the dealer, keep every repair order. Brake defects are treated as serious safety problems under California law.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2024-2026 Tesla Cybertruck has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
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 26V255
Is the 26V255000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed June 20, 2026.
How do I know if my Cybertruck is part of recall 26V255000?
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.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
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 26V255000 (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.