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Tesla Cybertuck recalled again, this time over faulty wiper and trim
June 25, 2024
The Cybertruck is suffering from real-world issues. | The Verge / Photo by Bloomberg, Getty Images
Tesla is again issuing a physical recall of its Cybertruck. This time it’s recalling 11,688 of its electric pickups due to a faulty windshield wiper that could reduce visibility for the driver, and 11,383 Cybertrucks due to trim in the truck bed that could come loose and create a road hazard for others.
These new recalls follow a recall in April affecting 3,878 Cybertrucks over the risk of a jammed accelerator pedal.
Issues with the gigantic wiper had surfaced in owner forums in recent weeks and reportedly delayed Cybertruck deliveries on short notice. The NHTSA recall notice for the wiper says that “excessive electrical current can cause the front windshield wiper motor controller to fail.” Tesla service will replace the wiper motor,…