Tesla hasn’t publicly disclosed how many units of its angular, stainless steel Cybertruck have been produced. However, a recent federal safety recall report has provided a clearer picture of the company’s production figures.
Recall Reason: Excessively Bright Parking Lights
According to a federal report, Tesla is recalling 63,619 pickup trucks manufactured between November 13, 2023, and October 11, 2025. This recall covers all Cybertrucks produced from the end of 2023, when the first delivery was made, to this month. Tesla, which does not release sales data by model, has revealed the actual number of vehicles produced for the first time.
The reason for the recall is rather unusual: the front parking lights are excessively bright. According to a report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a software issue “causes the front parking lights to shine too brightly and exceed their maximum light output.” This means the futuristic truck doesn’t comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108, which specifies vehicle lighting limits. While bright lights may sound good, this excessive brightness can dazzle oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fortunately, this issue doesn’t require a service visit for vehicle owners. The problem isn’t a faulty bulb or faulty wiring, but a simple software glitch. Tesla will fix the 63,619 affected vehicles with an over-the-air (OTA) software update, just like a smartphone.
The NHTSA report states that software version 2025.38.3 (or later) fixes the issue. In fact, Tesla began sending this update to vehicles on October 8th, just a week after identifying the problem during an internal review. The company stated that it hasn’t received any reports of crashes or injuries related to the excessively bright lights. Official notification letters will begin being mailed to owners starting December 13th.
This minor software issue once again highlights the challenges of developing an entirely new type of vehicle. The Cybertruck remains one of the most controversial electric vehicles in the world, and every issue draws significant attention.
Meanwhile, while Tesla engineers are busy patching the Cybertruck’s software, the company hasn’t neglected to announce its next major project. The long-awaited Tesla Roadster is apparently slated for an unveiling before the end of 2025. However, given past delays, the automotive world is cautiously waiting to see this ambitious date come to fruition.
