Cybertruck Loaner's Tailgate Panel Detaches; Tesla Waives Repair Cost, Owners Say
A Tesla owner driving a Cybertruck loaner reported the tailgate panel came off, with other owners saying Tesla covered the repair at no charge.
Loaner Cybertruck Loses Tailgate Panel
A Tesla owner who had been given a Cybertruck as a loaner vehicle experienced an unusual malfunction while driving it home: the tailgate panel reportedly came off, according to a report from Torque News. The incident has drawn attention to build quality concerns surrounding Tesla's angular electric pickup, which has faced scrutiny over its unconventional design and assembly since launch.
Other Owners Report Similar Experiences
Following the report, other Cybertruck owners came forward describing comparable issues with panel fitment or detachment on their own vehicles. According to those accounts, Tesla did not charge them for the resulting repairs, instead absorbing the cost of fixing the affected components. The willingness to cover repairs at no charge suggests Tesla may be treating these incidents as warranty-related manufacturing issues rather than owner-caused damage.
Context for the Cybertruck
The Cybertruck's exterior panels, including its stainless-steel body and various trim pieces, have been a recurring topic of discussion among owners and industry observers since the vehicle began reaching customers. Reports of loose or detaching components can raise questions about quality control on a vehicle that represents one of Tesla's most distinctive and closely watched product launches in recent years.
Torque News did not report additional details such as the exact date of the incident, the specific service center involved, or an official statement from Tesla regarding the cause of the tailgate panel separation. As with other loaner and repair experiences shared by owners, the full scope of how widespread this particular issue may be remains unclear based on the available reporting.
Source: Torque News