Tesla Cybertruck Deliveries Suspended Due to Body Panel Failures

Tesla stops Cybertruck deliveries amid reports of body panels detaching due to adhesive failure. Over 46,000 trucks recalled. Learn the latest details now.

Tesla is once again in hot water over its Cybertruck, as the company halts deliveries of the electric pickup. While Tesla hasn't officially explained the reason, reports point to a serious design flaw — glued body parts are falling off the vehicles.

Owners were the first to sound the alarm, sharing alarming footage of stainless steel panels and even the factory-installed lightbar detaching mid-drive. One of the most common issues involves the cant rail trim separating from the vehicle. The root cause appears to be either the wrong choice of adhesive or incorrect application, raising serious concerns about Tesla’s quality control standards.

Tesla simply described the situation as a "containment hold," a term automakers use to pause deliveries while addressing critical issues. However, this decision speaks volumes. The company soon announced its eighth recall for the Cybertruck — over 46,000 units produced between November 2023 and February 2025 require reinforcement and a new adhesive resistant to environmental embrittlement.

Investor reactions have been harsh. Amid declining Cybertruck sales, this latest setback adds fuel to the fire. In February 2025 alone, sales dropped by 32.5%. Combined with a history of multiple recalls and increasing cases of Cybertruck vandalism, the model's reputation is taking a severe hit.

Elon Musk has remained silent on the matter. No official statements have been made regarding the adhesive problems or the overall build quality. Meanwhile, the future of the Cybertruck grows increasingly uncertain. With competitors like the Ford F-150 Lightning and Rivian R1T offering strong alternatives, analysts remain skeptical about Cybertruck's chances in the market.

So far, no lawsuits have been filed by Cybertruck owners, but given the scale of the issues, collective legal action may just be a matter of time if problems persist.

What was meant to be Tesla’s technological marvel is turning into a symbol of manufacturing missteps and questionable design choices.

Source: autoblog.com