Recall 25V699 covers 63,619 2024-2026 Tesla Cybertruck vehicles with over-bright front parking lights that can reduce oncoming-driver visibility. Tesla's OTA software update is free.
Tesla is recalling 63,619 2024-2026 Cybertruck vehicles because vehicle controller software can make the front parking lights too bright. The excessive light output can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers and increase crash risk; Tesla will provide the software update free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front parking lights on 2024-2026 Tesla Cybertruck vehicles are controlled by vehicle controller software. Those lights are supposed to make the truck visible when parked or moving at low light levels, while staying within FMVSS 108 limits so they do not interfere with other drivers' vision.
On affected Cybertrucks, software versions prior to 2025.38.3 can command the front parking lamps above the allowed light output. The hardware lamp is not described as broken. The problem is the control command: the software tells the lamps to shine brighter than the federal standard allows, which can adversely affect the vision of other drivers.
There is no warning sign before failure. The driver will not get a specific symptom that confirms the parking lamp output is too high, so the software version and VIN decide whether this recall applies.
Who's affected?
The affected item is software versions prior to 2025.38.3, shown under exterior lighting and electrical system software across the 2024, 2025, and 2026 model years.
| 2024 Tesla Cybertruck | electrical system software |
|---|---|
| 2026 Tesla Cybertruck | Exterior lighting |
| 2026 Tesla Cybertruck | electrical system software |
| 2025 Tesla Cybertruck | Exterior lighting |
| 2025 Tesla Cybertruck | electrical system software |
| 2024 Tesla Cybertruck | Exterior lighting |
| Units affected | 63,619 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Overly bright parking lights can make it harder for oncoming drivers to see clearly, increasing the risk of a crash. Use extra care around other traffic and confirm the free software update has been installed. Repair is free at any franchised Tesla dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024-2026 Tesla Cybertruck is included in this recall.
- Install Tesla's free OTA software update that corrects the too-bright front parking lights.
- Contact Tesla service if the OTA update is not available or the vehicle still shows software prior to 2025.38.3.
- Reference recall number 25V699 and Tesla recall SB-25-00-008 when you contact Tesla.
What happens at the repair
Tesla released a free OTA software update for affected 2024-2026 Cybertruck vehicles running software before 2025.38.3. The update changes the vehicle controller software so the front parking lights meet the required output. Tesla provides the recall update free of charge. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the new vehicle warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, since all affected vehicles remain covered by that warranty. Ask Tesla service how warranty coverage applies to any prior related work.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| October 14, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 17, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| October 17, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 12, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 13, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| December 13, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V699?
Recall 25V699 covers 63,619 2024-2026 Tesla Cybertruck vehicles running software before 2025.38.3. The vehicle controller software can make the front parking lights too bright, reducing visibility for oncoming drivers and increasing crash risk. Tesla released a free OTA software update.
What should I do if my 2024-2026 Tesla Cybertruck is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Cybertruck is included in recall 25V699. If it is, make sure the vehicle has received Tesla software version 2025.38.3 or later. For help, contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 and reference SB-25-00-008.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the remedy at no cost, and Tesla released the over-the-air software update free of charge. The update corrects the front parking light output without a paid service visit.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced visibility for oncoming drivers. If the front parking lights are too bright, other drivers have a harder time seeing the road or judging traffic, which increases crash risk. The free Tesla software update corrects the light output.
When were owners notified about recall 25V699?
Tesla mailed owner notification letters on December 12, 2025. The remedy was already available through a free OTA software update, so affected owners should confirm the Cybertruck has software version 2025.38.3 or later.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V699000 |
|---|---|
| Tesla customer service | 1-877-798-3752 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V699 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V699000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →