Are there known collision avoidance or camera problems with the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck?

Yes. NHTSA has 20 complaints in this area for the 2024 Cybertruck, 12% of all complaints filed for the model year, linked to 10 crashes and 7 injuries.

Is there a recall for the 2024 Cybertruck's cameras?

Yes, recall 24V718000 covers a delayed rearview camera image after shifting into reverse. Tesla issued a free over-the-air software update as the remedy.

At what mileage do these problems tend to show up?

The median mileage at failure for Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints on the 2024 Cybertruck is 3,324.5 miles, indicating the issue often surfaces early in ownership.

Do these complaints involve Full Self-Driving specifically?

Several sample complaints describe FSD or Autopilot failing to detect vehicles or objects, or not disengaging properly when the driver tries to intervene, resulting in collisions.

How does 2024 compare to 2025 for this problem area?

The 2024 Cybertruck has 20 complaints in this area (12% of total), while the 2025 model year has 5 complaints making up 21% of its total complaints so far.

2024 Tesla Cybertruck Collision Avoidance & Cameras Problems

NHTSA lists 20 Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints for the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck, 12% of its 171 total complaints, tied to 10 crashes and 7 injuries. A related recall (24V718000) addresses a delayed rearview camera image after shifting into reverse.

Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints: 20; 12% of 171
Crashes reported: 10
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 7
Median mileage: 3,325 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical collision avoidance system symptoms owners report

Full Self-Driving (FSD) fails to detect a slowing or stopped vehicle ahead, leading to a rear-end collision.
Autopilot or FSD strikes stationary objects such as poles, barrier walls, or improperly parked vehicles without issuing a collision warning.
The Auto Park feature reverses and moves forward but fails to stop before colliding with a nearby object.
FSD executes an unsafe driving trajectory and does not disengage or yield control when the driver attempts to intervene.
Tesla Vision cameras, sensors, and the Active Safety Control Module go into a 'Signal Not Available' or 'Unavailable' state, showing black screens and Autopilot Unavailable alerts.

When 2024 Tesla Cybertruck collision avoidance system complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 19, 2024, latest Jul 2, 2026.

20 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2024 to Jul 2026; peak Jun 2026 (3).

Collision Avoidance & Cameras recalls for the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck

NHTSA 24V718000Sep 26, 2024Collision Avoidance & Cameras27,185 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Back over prevention:software
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. The rearview camera image may be delayed after shifting into reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 25, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-016.

Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints by Cybertruck model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

202420 (12%)
20255 (21%)

Frequently asked questions

Are there known collision avoidance or camera problems with the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck?: Yes. NHTSA has 20 complaints in this area for the 2024 Cybertruck, 12% of all complaints filed for the model year, linked to 10 crashes and 7 injuries.
Is there a recall for the 2024 Cybertruck's cameras?: Yes, recall 24V718000 covers a delayed rearview camera image after shifting into reverse. Tesla issued a free over-the-air software update as the remedy.
At what mileage do these problems tend to show up?: The median mileage at failure for Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints on the 2024 Cybertruck is 3,324.5 miles, indicating the issue often surfaces early in ownership.
Do these complaints involve Full Self-Driving specifically?: Several sample complaints describe FSD or Autopilot failing to detect vehicles or objects, or not disengaging properly when the driver tries to intervene, resulting in collisions.
How does 2024 compare to 2025 for this problem area?: The 2024 Cybertruck has 20 complaints in this area (12% of total), while the 2025 model year has 5 complaints making up 21% of its total complaints so far.