NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2026 Tesla Cybertruck Bev
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The 2026 Tesla Cybertruck is a full-size all-electric pickup truck aimed at tech-forward buyers who want maximum hauling and towing capability alongside a distinctly futuristic design. It competes in the increasingly crowded electric truck segment against rivals like the Ford F-150 Lightning and Rivian R1T, and it carries Tesla's signature focus on performance-driven electric mobility into a rugged, utility-first package.
The 2026 Tesla Cybertruck Bev earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 88 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Both frontal and side crash protection reached the full 5 stars. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally find the Cybertruck to be a polarizing but technically ambitious truck, praising its acceleration, technology integration, and interior screen-centric layout. Most note that the stainless steel exterior finish and angular styling set it apart visually, though opinions on interior refinement and materials tend to be mixed. Driving dynamics and ride comfort draw varied assessments given the truck's substantial size and weight.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 22075
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
5 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.