- Budget Cybertruck was quickly discontinued due to poor sales
- NHTSA detailed manufacturing defect that could lead to problems
- Tesla is now recalling all 173 Cybertruck RWD models to remedy this
Tesla made a lot of noise with the Cybertruck RWD trim level, which debuted about a year ago and was supposed to be a more affordable entry into the brand’s divisive electric pickup.
Unfortunately, it sold in very limited numbers, perhaps due to Tesla removing most of the best parts of the Cybertruck to cut costs.
Now, a recent recall highlights just how few models the company has sold, reinforcing the fact that many critics believe the model is one of the biggest failures in automotive history.
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Thanks to holes in brake rotors that are prone to cracking due to “road disturbances,” NHTSA pointed out that cracking could eventually lead to the 18-inch steel wheels separating from the rotor itself.
That’s not something you want to hear, especially when the vehicle is billed as a rugged, capable off-roader. As a result, Tesla recalled all 173 Cybertruck RWD models for a fix.
This solution involves new hubs, redesigned rotors and a higher friction coating on the lug nuts to improve torque retention under heavy loads, according to Motor Trend.
Tesla will make the necessary changes free of charge and owners have already been informed of the recall.
Analysis: Recall reveals incredibly low sales
Tesla is rarely one to release exact model numbers, with models like Cybertruck and the now-defunct Model S and Model This sum also includes the first low-volume versions of the Semi truck.
This means the public never really understood why Tesla revealed the RWD Cybertruck and then quickly abandoned it.
But with only 173 copies sold, we quickly understand why this decision was made.
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