Recall 25V735 affects 6,197 2024 Tesla Cybertruck vehicles with off-road light bars that can detach. Tesla Service will fix it for free.
Tesla is recalling 6,197 2024 Cybertruck vehicles equipped with a service-installed off-road light bar because the windshield-mounted accessory has a primer-bonding defect. If the light bar loosens and detaches, it can fall into traffic and create a road hazard; Tesla service will inspect and repair the accessory free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The off-road light bar on a 2024 Tesla Cybertruck is a service-installed accessory that sits along the windshield and adds forward lighting for off-road use. It depends on the windshield surface, the light bar surface, and the adhesive system bonding correctly so the bar stays attached while the truck is driven.
On affected Cybertrucks, the wrong surface primer was used during installation. A primer is the prep chemical that helps adhesive grip glass or the accessory surface. When the primer is used on the wrong surface, the adhesive bond loses strength. The light bar can loosen from the windshield and detach from the truck.
Owners can hear noise inside the cabin if the light bar starts to separate. You can also see a gap between the light bar and the windshield, or feel the light bar move when touched.
Who's affected?
| 2024 Tesla Cybertruck | Exterior lighting |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 6,197 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2024 Tesla Cybertruck is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A detached light bar can fall from the vehicle, creating a road hazard for other drivers and increasing crash risk. Listen for new cabin noise, look for a gap between the light bar and windshield, and treat looseness when touched as a reason to schedule service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Tesla dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024 Tesla Cybertruck is included in this recall.
- Contact Tesla Service to schedule the free light-bar inspection and attachment repair that secures the accessory to the windshield.
- Bring the recall notice if Tesla mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V735 when you call.
- Inspect the off-road light bar before driving, and avoid driving the Cybertruck if the light bar looks loose or detached.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Tesla technician inspects the off road light bar on the windshield. Tesla Service will add a mechanical attachment, or replace the light bar and secure it with tape plus the added mechanical attachment as needed. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Out of pocket repairs already paid are handled through the new vehicle warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| October 27, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 30, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| October 30, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 26, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 9, 2026 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V735?
Recall 25V735 covers 6,197 2024 Tesla Cybertruck vehicles with a service-installed off-road light bar accessory. Tesla says incorrect surface primer can let the light bar loosen and detach from the windshield, creating a road hazard and increasing crash risk.
What should I do if my 2024 Tesla Cybertruck is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Cybertruck is included in recall 25V735. If it is, contact Tesla Service to schedule the light bar inspection and repair. Reference Tesla recall number SB-25-90-001 or call Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Tesla Service will inspect the light bar and add a mechanical attachment, or replace the light bar with the updated attachment method, free of charge. The no-cost remedy is part of Tesla's filed recall repair for campaign 25V735.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a light bar that detaches from the windshield while the Cybertruck is in use. If it falls onto the road, it creates a hazard for other vehicles and increases crash risk. Tesla's remedy adds a mechanical attachment to secure the accessory.
When did Tesla mail owner letters?
Tesla mailed owner notification letters on April 9, 2026. If you bought the Cybertruck used or never received a letter, the VIN check still decides whether your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V735.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V735000 |
|---|---|
| Tesla customer service | 1-877-798-3752 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V735 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V735000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (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 →