Tesla Cybertruck Unexpectedly Accelerates Into Home With Rear Wheels Locked
How did the owner of the Tesla Cybertruck communicate his concerns?
The owner of the Tesla Cybertruck communicated his concerns by taking to Twitter and sharing a video of the incident, where the vehicle accelerated unexpectedly and crashed into a house. He expressed his frustration with the defect and the automaker's lack of action.
What specific defect did the new Tesla Cybertruck owner report?
The new Tesla Cybertruck owner reported a defect of an unresponsive throttle, which caused the vehicle to accelerate unexpectedly4. This issue was separate from the previously known problem of a slippery pedal pad that would pin down the throttle4. In this case, the truck's brake did not disengage the accelerator, resulting in a collision with a house.
How did the Cybertruck behave during the incident according to surveillance footage?
The Cybertruck accelerated unexpectedly and darted up a hill into a neighbor's house with the rear wheels completely locked up1. The owner stated that the throttle and steering were unresponsive as they held the brake pedal to the floor, putting down a pair of 50-foot-long skid marks.