Recall 26V255 affects 173 2024-2026 Tesla Cybertruck vehicles for cracked brake rotor stud holes. Free repair at any franchised Tesla dealer once available.
Tesla is recalling 173 2024-2026 Cybertruck vehicles equipped with 18-inch steel wheels because brake rotor stud holes can crack and let a stud separate from the wheel hub. Stud separation can cause loss of vehicle control and raise crash risk; the Tesla service repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The brake rotor on a 2024-2026 Tesla Cybertruck with 18-inch steel wheels is the metal disc that the brake pads clamp onto when you slow the truck. The wheel hub holds the wheel assembly in place, and the studs and lug nuts fasten the wheel and rotor to that hub. Those parts need firm contact so braking and cornering loads spread across the assembly.
On affected Cybertrucks, the stud holes in the rotor are under extra strain during sharp cornering or rough road impacts. Cracks can form around those holes. If the cracking spreads with continued use, a wheel stud is at risk of separating from the wheel hub.
An owner can notice the problem before that point. Early rotor cracking can cause vibration and noise that you can feel or hear from inside the cabin, including braking pulsations.
Who's affected?
The scope is split between hydraulic brake system and wheel fastener listings, so the same VIN check covers both component labels.
| 2026 Tesla Cybertruck | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| 2026 Tesla Cybertruck | wheel fastener (lug, nut, bolt, or stud) |
| 2025 Tesla Cybertruck | hydraulic brake system |
| 2025 Tesla Cybertruck | wheel fastener (lug, nut, bolt, or stud) |
| 2024 Tesla Cybertruck | hydraulic brake system |
| 2024 Tesla Cybertruck | wheel fastener (lug, nut, bolt, or stud) |
| Units affected | 173 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 3 field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Wheel stud separation can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash. Vibration or noise inside the cabin can signal rotor cracking. If you notice either warning sign, slow down, stop in a safe place, and call Tesla service. Repair will be free at any franchised Tesla dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024-2026 Tesla Cybertruck is included in this recall.
- Watch for Tesla's owner letter expected June 20, 2026, before scheduling the final recall repair.
- Contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 with questions and reference recall number 26V255.
- Schedule Tesla Service once the remedy opens for the free rotor, hub, and lug-nut replacement that fixes cracked brake rotor stud holes and wheel stud separation.
- Bring the owner letter to Tesla Service if you have it when the repair appointment opens.
What happens at the repair
At Tesla service, a Tesla technician will replace the front and rear brake rotors, hubs, and lug nuts. Tesla is still developing the final recall repair, so treat this as what the dealer will do once the repair opens. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Out of pocket repairs already paid are handled through the existing new vehicle warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program. If you have prior repair paperwork, ask Tesla service how warranty coverage applies.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| April 21, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 24, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| April 24, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 24, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| April 24, 2026 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V255?
Recall 26V255 covers 173 2024-2026 Tesla Cybertruck vehicles equipped with 18-inch steel wheels. The brake rotor stud holes can crack, allowing a wheel stud to separate from the wheel hub. Tesla Service will replace the front and rear brake rotors, hubs, and lug nuts for free.
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 26V255. If it is, contact Tesla Service or Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 and reference Tesla recall number SB-26-33-003. Ask when the free rotor, hub, and lug nut replacement opens.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost. Tesla Service will replace the front and rear brake rotors, hubs, and lug nuts free of charge once the remedy process is open.
What is the safety risk in recall 26V255?
The safety risk is loss of vehicle control. Tesla reported that the brake rotor stud holes can crack and allow a wheel stud to separate from the wheel hub. Wheel stud separation can affect control of the Cybertruck and increase crash risk.
When will Tesla notify Cybertruck owners?
Tesla expects to mail owner notification letters on June 20, 2026. The letter should explain the recall, the free service remedy, and how to contact Tesla Service. Used-vehicle owners should still check the VIN because mailed notices depend on current ownership records.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V255000 |
|---|---|
| Tesla customer service | 1-877-798-3752 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V255 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V255000 |
Source documents
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 →