Nearly 4,000 Tesla Cybertrucks are being recalled due to a problem with the accelerator pedal. The issue was caused by the use of soap during the assembly process at Tesla’s factory near Austin, Texas. The soap lubricant used was not approved and has led to reduced retention of the pad to the pedal.
Tesla has not disclosed the total number of Cybertrucks produced but has mentioned that production is being slowly increased. The first deliveries were made in late November. The recall impacts 3,878 trucks that are likely currently on US roads.
The issue was brought to light through social media and online discussions where reports of the accelerator sticking problem were shared. Tesla has yet to respond to requests for comment on this issue.