Tesla Recalls Cybertruck: Brake Rotor Defect Could Cause Wheels to Detach
Tesla recalls RWD Cybertruck Long Range over brake rotor defect risking wheel detachment
Tesla is recalling the RWD Cybertruck Long Range due to brake rotor stud holes that may develop cracks, potentially causing studs to separate from the hub and wheels to detach while driving. The recall has been officially confirmed on the U.S. NHTSA website.
Tesla Cybertruck Recall Overview
Tesla is recalling its RWD Cybertruck Long Range due to a brake rotor defect that could cause wheels to detach while driving. The news was first spotted by MotorTrend and has since been officially confirmed on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website.
About the NHTSA Recall Process: NHTSA is a federal agency under the U.S. Department of Transportation, established in 1970, dedicated to setting and enforcing motor vehicle safety standards. NHTSA has the authority to mandate recalls, requiring manufacturers to repair vehicles with safety defects free of charge. Recalls generally fall into two categories: voluntary recalls initiated by the manufacturer, and mandatory recalls ordered by NHTSA following an investigation. All recall information must be publicly registered on the NHTSA website, and consumers can check whether their vehicle is affected by entering their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). NHTSA also maintains a defect complaint database, where consumer-submitted complaints often serve as a key trigger for investigations.
Recall Cause: Cracked Brake Rotor Stud Holes
Technical Defect Details
According to the announcement on the NHTSA website, Tesla stated that "brake rotor stud holes may develop cracks, causing the studs to separate from the hub."
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