Tesla Cybertruck Faces Safety Concerns Over Detaching Panels and 'Whompy Wheels'

February 23, 2025
Tesla Cybertruck Faces Safety Concerns Over Detaching Panels and 'Whompy Wheels'
  • One alarming incident involved a driver in Michigan who experienced the adhesive failure while merging at approximately 70 mph, resulting in the trim detaching and becoming a hazard in traffic.

  • As a precaution, drivers are being advised to exercise caution around Cybertrucks due to the risk of flying debris from these vehicles.

  • This issue with the Cybertruck is not isolated; a four-year investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) revealed that around 75,000 Teslas have faced front suspension failures, leading to wheels detaching at speed.

  • Reports have surfaced indicating that Tesla's Cybertruck is facing significant safety issues, particularly with metal body panels detaching while driving at high speeds.

  • The Cybertruck, which weighs 6,600 pounds, features a distinctive design that includes a nine-foot boomerang-shaped window trim, secured by adhesive instead of traditional bolts or welding.

  • In a related case, an Illinois driver was told by Tesla that the company would not replace a detached panel unless it completely fell off, raising concerns about customer service and safety.

  • Despite multiple recalls associated with the Cybertruck, Tesla has yet to address the ongoing issues with the adhesive trim and the notorious 'whompy wheels' problem.

  • Since the Cybertruck's launch in November 2023, multiple reports of the same panel detaching have been documented, including at least two complaints filed with the NHTSA.

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