NHTSA Recall 25V699000: Exterior lighting and software (electrical system)
Tesla, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 63,619 vehicles. It affects 2024–2026 Tesla Cybertruck.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V699000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SB-25-00-008 |
| Components | EXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE |
| Report received | October 14, 2025 |
| Owner notification | December 12, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Cybertruck vehicles operating software prior to 2025.38.3. The vehicle controller software may cause the front parking lights to be too bright and exceed the maximum light output, adversely affecting the vision of other drivers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety 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.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V699000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.