How many visibility and wiper complaints does the 2024 Cybertruck have?

NHTSA lists 17 Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2024 Cybertruck, which is 10% of its 171 total complaints for the year.

Is there a wiper recall on the 2024 Cybertruck?

Yes. Recall 24V456000, reported June 19, 2024, covers excessive electrical current causing the front windshield wiper motor controller to fail; Tesla replaces the wiper motor free of charge.

At what mileage do wiper problems usually appear?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 5,000 miles at the time of failure for Visibility & Wipers complaints.

Did the wiper issue cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data for this area shows 0 crashes and 0 fires, but 1 injury has been reported.

Do 2025 Cybertrucks have the same wiper problem?

Far fewer: NHTSA lists only 1 Visibility & Wipers complaint for the 2025 Cybertruck, 4% of that year's complaints, versus 17 complaints and 10% for 2024.

2024 Tesla Cybertruck Visibility & Wipers Problems

NHTSA lists 17 Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck, 10% of its 171 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 5,000 miles. A related recall (24V456000) covers wiper motor controller failure, with one injury reported.

Visibility & Wipers complaints: 17; 10% of 171
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 5,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical visibility and wiper symptoms owners report

Wiper motor controller fails or smokes, sometimes causing the wiper to spin erratically or the blade to detach.
Auto-wipe software activates on its own, dry-wiping the glass repeatedly or failing to activate during heavy rain.
Wiper and washer fluid fail to clear salt, road grime, or streaks, leaving smeared, low-visibility glass.
Recall replacement wiper motors were reported by some owners as failing again or being unavailable for timely service appointments.
Rear camera view becomes obscured by rain, and windshield adhesive/delamination was reported as separating near the edges.
Snow buildup around recessed headlights and dim fog lights were reported as reducing night visibility.

When 2024 Tesla Cybertruck visibility and wiper complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 13, 2024, latest May 29, 2026.

17 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2024 to May 2026; peak Dec 2024 (3).

Visibility & Wipers recalls for the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck

NHTSA 24V456000Jun 19, 2024Visibility & Wipers11,688 vehicles
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. Excessive electrical current can cause the front windshield wiper motor controller to fail.
Risk: Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla service will replace the wiper motor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-17-006.

Visibility & Wipers complaints by Cybertruck model year

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

202417 (10%)
20251 (4%)

Frequently asked questions

How many visibility and wiper complaints does the 2024 Cybertruck have?: NHTSA lists 17 Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2024 Cybertruck, which is 10% of its 171 total complaints for the year.
Is there a wiper recall on the 2024 Cybertruck?: Yes. Recall 24V456000, reported June 19, 2024, covers excessive electrical current causing the front windshield wiper motor controller to fail; Tesla replaces the wiper motor free of charge.
At what mileage do wiper problems usually appear?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 5,000 miles at the time of failure for Visibility & Wipers complaints.
Did the wiper issue cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data for this area shows 0 crashes and 0 fires, but 1 injury has been reported.
Do 2025 Cybertrucks have the same wiper problem?: Far fewer: NHTSA lists only 1 Visibility & Wipers complaint for the 2025 Cybertruck, 4% of that year's complaints, versus 17 complaints and 10% for 2024.