Cybertruck Accident Lawyer: Tesla Design Defect Claims

The Tesla Cybertruck's unconventional design has created unprecedented safety issues. With 8+ NHTSA recalls in its first year—including door failures that trap occupants—victims have strong product liability claims against Tesla.

Documented Cybertruck Defects

• Electronic door failures (Recall 24V-855)
• Accelerator pedal detachment (Recall 24V-340)
• Drive inverter failures causing loss of propulsion
• Windshield wiper motor malfunctions
• Front trunk (frunk) finger injury risk
• 5,000°F battery fire risk per NFPA data

First U.S. Cybertruck Fatality

In August 2024, the first U.S. Cybertruck fatality occurred in Baytown, Texas. Investigation of potential defects is ongoing.

Product Liability Claims

Under strict liability, Tesla is responsible for: design defects (unsafe vehicle architecture), manufacturing defects (specific unit problems), and failure to warn (inadequate safety disclosure).

State Filing Locations

Cybertruck claims are filed locally: Harris County, Texas, Fulton County, Georgia, Cook County, Illinois.

Settlement Expectations

• Door failure entrapment: $300,000-$2M
• Battery fire burns: $500,000-$5M+
• Accelerator defect crashes: $200,000-$800,000
• Wrongful death: $2M-$15M+