Cybertruck Accident Settlement Amounts

Cybertruck accident claims are emerging as the vehicle enters the market with documented design defects. While specific Cybertruck settlements are just beginning, Tesla's history of substantial verdicts—including $243M for Autopilot and multi-million dollar product liability cases—indicates significant recovery potential.

Factors Affecting Settlement Value

• Documented defect (8+ recalls provide strong evidence)
• Injury severity (burns create highest damages)
• Proof of defect causation
• Tesla's pre-existing knowledge of issues
• State product liability law strength

Estimated Settlement Ranges by Defect

• Electronic door failure: $250,000-$1M (escalating with fire involvement)
• Accelerator pedal defect: $100,000-$500,000
• Battery fire/thermal runaway: $500,000-$5M+
• Door entrapment during fire: $1M-$10M+
• Wrongful death: $2M-$15M+

Tesla's Verdict History

Tesla's prior verdicts indicate jury willingness to impose substantial liability: $243M Autopilot verdict (2024), $137M racial discrimination verdict, and multiple multi-million dollar wrongful death settlements.

Burn Injury Damages

Cybertruck battery fires reaching 5,000°F (per NFPA documentation) cause catastrophic burn injuries. These cases command premium settlements due to: permanent disfigurement, multiple skin graft surgeries, chronic pain requiring lifetime treatment, and severe psychological trauma.

Why Cybertruck Cases May Settle Higher

Tesla faces significant pressure to settle Cybertruck cases: documented recalls prove defect knowledge, negative publicity threatens brand image, early litigation sets precedent, and deep pockets enable substantial settlements to avoid trials.