The problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck vehicles equipped with a service-installed off-road light bar accessory. An incorrect surface primer may have been used to attach the lightbar to the windshield, causing the light bar to loosen and detach.
The risk
A detached light bar may fall, creating a road hazard for other vehicles and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Tesla Service will inspect the light bar and install an additional mechanical attachment or replace the light bar using tape to adhere the light bar to the windshield as well as an additional mechanical attachment as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 9, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-90-001.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 25V-735 (25V735000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | SB-25-90-001 |
| Manufacturer | Tesla, Inc. |
| Component | Exterior lighting |
| Report date | October 27, 2025 |
| Owners notified | April 9, 2026 |
| Vehicles affected | 6,197 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the lights
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 25V-735 repair free?
Yes. Tesla dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Tesla Service will inspect the light bar and install an additional mechanical attachment or replace the light bar using tape to adhere the light bar to the windshield as well as an additional mechanical attachment as necessary, free of charge.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 6,197 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.