NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Tesla Cybertruck Safety Ratings
The 2025 Tesla Cybertruck scores 92 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 3 recalls, and 20 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2025 Tesla Cybertruck earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 92/100, placing it in the Exceptional band. That is an 11-point jump from the 2024 model's 81. Three active recall campaigns temper the picture, but crash-test performance and standard avoidance tech are genuine strengths for this model year.
The 2025 Tesla Cybertruck received an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 92 out of 100, sourced from NHTSA crash-test, recall, and complaint data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 90 Sedans from 2025 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck ranks 41 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 92 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 12.4% |
| Recalls on file | 3 |
| Owner complaints | 20 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 41 of 90 Sedans tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck?
The 2025 Cybertruck achieves an Exceptional Safety Index score of 92, a significant increase from its predecessor's 81. This improvement is primarily attributed to a strong crash protection subscore of 66 out of 70 and a perfect 10 out of 10 for avoidance technology. The defect record subscore, however, stands at 15.5 out of 20, limited by three open recall campaigns. These recalls include a safety-critical issue concerning wheel stud integrity on the 18-inch steel wheel variant, and a road-hazard concern regarding light bar delamination. A broader software-related exterior lighting campaign spans 2024 through 2026 production. Twenty owner complaints have been registered, with a notable concentration in the Electrical System and in the advanced safety systems that contributed to the vehicle's high avoidance-tech rating. This divergence between rated performance and reported field behavior defines the 2025 Cybertruck's safety profile.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck perform in crash tests?
The 2025 Cybertruck achieved a 5 out of 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA. While its frontal and side crash tests both earned perfect 5-star scores, the rollover assessment presented a slight area for improvement. The Cybertruck received 4 out of 5 stars in the rollover category, with a 12 percent risk of rollover and a "No Tip" dynamic test result.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20866
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck have any recalls?
Three recalls cover the 2025 Cybertruck. The first involves wheel lug stud holes that may crack on vehicles equipped with 18-inch steel wheels. The second addresses a vehicle controller software issue affecting exterior lighting on units running software prior to 2025.38.3. The third concerns a light bar that can delaminate and detach from the body structure. No do-not-drive or park-outside directive appears in the data for this model year.
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS26V255000
Risk: Wheel stud separation can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla Service will replace the front and rear brake rotors, hubs, and lug nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-33-003.
Reported 2026-04-22
EXTERIOR LIGHTING25V699000
Risk: Parking lights that are too bright can reduce visibility of oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-00-008.
Reported 2025-10-15
STRUCTURE:BODY25V170000
Risk: A detached light bar can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla service will replace the cant rail assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 19, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-10-001.
Reported 2025-03-18
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck?
Owners have filed 20 unverified complaints with NHTSA, including alleged reports of 2 crashes and 2 injuries. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Electrical System (6 reports), Forward Collision Avoidance (4), and Lane Departure (4), followed by Structure, Steering, and Seat Belts.
20 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck?
The 2025 Cybertruck faces a notable safety concern due to three open recall campaigns. Any prospective buyer should verify recall completion by VIN lookup through NHTSA, as the age of the vehicle does not guarantee that previous owners have addressed these issues.
- The 2025 model year Safety Index of 92 marks an 11-point increase over the 2024 Cybertruck's score of 81, the largest single-year gain in the model's short history and the reason this year crosses into the Exceptional band.
- Three distinct recall campaigns are active for this model year, covering wheel lug stud cracking on 18-inch steel wheel variants, a software-driven exterior lighting failure, and light bar delamination that poses a road-hazard risk to other drivers.
- The rollover rating of 4 out of 5 stars with a 12 percent rollover risk is the only crash-test category below a perfect score, and prospective owners of this tall, heavy-duty pickup should note that figure specifically.
- Unverified owner complaints cluster in the Electrical System and in the forward collision avoidance and lane departure systems, the same active-safety features that earned the vehicle a perfect avoidance-tech subscore, making those systems worth scrutiny in any pre-purchase inspection.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck places
The 2025 Tesla Cybertruck qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 Tesla Cybertruck safety questions
Was the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 92 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 12.4%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 3 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 20 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 Tesla Cybertruck. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Cybertruck years
Rivals in Sedan (2025)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Audi A4 Allroad | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Cadillac CT5 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Polestar 2 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Subaru Impreza | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 20866), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Tesla Cybertruck 2025.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 41 of 90 in the Sedan class for 2025.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.