A historic setback for the brand’s most ambitious vehicle

Elon Musk ‘s futuristic promise , the Tesla Cybertruck , may be facing its biggest crisis yet. Sources close to the company say Tesla has decided to suspend production of the Cybertruck indefinitely and has begun the process of recalling all units that have already been delivered .

This movement has shaken up both the automotive industry and the tech world, where the Cybertruck symbolized the future of high-performance electric vehicles.

Why would Tesla stop the Cybertruck?

Although Tesla has not yet issued an official statement, the reasons circulating among analysts and specialized media point to several critical factors:

Structural problems in chassis and steering design

Driver assistance software flaws (particularly in the beta version of FSD)

Difficulties in the production of aerospace-grade stainless steel

Higher than expected manufacturing costs , affecting profit margins

Multiple customer complaints about minor and major defects in the first deliveries

Experts weigh in: Miscalculation or a product ahead of its time?

Fernando Sosa , electric mobility analyst and industrial consultant, says:

“The Cybertruck was designed as a symbol rather than a viable mass-market product. In terms of production, it’s an industrial nightmare: expensive materials, complex assembly, and a steep learning curve.”

Other experts believe Musk’s vision was valid, but that Tesla may have jumped the gun technologically without having the ecosystem ready to support it at scale.

What does retirement mean for current owners?

An estimated 3,000 to 5,000 Cybertrucks have already been delivered to customers in the U.S. and Canada. Tesla is reportedly offering:

Immediate repurchase of the vehicle at full value

Alternatives to change for Model X or Model Y Performance

Bonuses for affected users on future Tesla purchases

This massive recall could cost the company hundreds of millions of dollars , depending on the condition of each unit.

Impact on Tesla’s image

Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) stock reportedly fell in premarket trading following rumors of the suspension. Some investors fear this signals internal failures in R&D and quality control , especially following the controversies surrounding the Roadster 2 and the delay of the Semi Trucks.

¿Y Elon Musk?

So far, Elon Musk hasn’t posted any tweets or issued any official statements. However, Giga Texas insiders claim the CEO has called emergency meetings with the engineering and legal teams to address the scandal.

The end of the Cybertruck?

While many believe the withdrawal is temporary and the project could be reformulated and returned in 2026, others claim that Tesla is considering permanently canceling the model and concentrating its resources on the Model 2 , its affordable compact vehicle.