Tesla's Cybertruck Suffers Melting Glue Issues Under Desert Heat - Owner Complains: "Despite Driving in 114°F, Tesla Still Relying Too Heavily on Adhesives"
Tesla Cybertruck Owners Raise Concerns Over Lightbar Adhesion
In a series of discussions on the Cybertruck Owners Club forum, several owners have expressed concerns about the adhesion of the lightbar on their vehicles, particularly after exposure to extreme heat.
Duncan, a Californian owner, first noticed his lightbar starting to come loose while hand-washing his Cybertruck after a desert trip. In a post, he questioned whether Tesla would address the issue and offered potential solutions such as reinstalling the light bar with proper brackets or finding a better solution. A picture he provided showed black residue all over the Cybertruck from the adhesive materials used by Tesla to fix the light bar to the windshield. Duncan's lightbar was completely detached from the windshield, with only a small section on the passenger side still connected.
Jay, another Cybertruck owner, expressed interest in purchasing Duncan's detached lightbar to create an aftermarket bracket mount. Jay also inquired if Tesla would replace the lightbar for Duncan and asked if he could keep the old one for his aftermarket project.
The discussions among Cybertruck owners suggest a potential market for aftermarket solutions to the lightbar mounting issue. Chris, a Cybertruck owner from Maryland, suggested Tesla collaborate with aftermarket manufacturers to develop a bracket for mounting the off-road light bar on the Cybertruck's windshield. Jay proposed that Tesla should consider opening the API to third-party suppliers for better-designed options.
Despite the ongoing discussions, Tesla has not officially addressed the issue of the Cybertruck lightbar's glue adhesion failing after exposure to extreme heat. The owner’s report and forum discussions suggest that at high temperatures typical of desert environments, adhesives used on the lightbar may weaken, but there is no public Tesla statement or update confirming a fix or improvement to the adhesive method.
Additional related Tesla service documents do not mention updates or changes to adhesive materials for the Cybertruck lightbar or improvements against heat-related degradation. Aftermarket products like protective films for the Cybertruck lightbar are available but do not solve the underlying adhesion issue.
Most Cybertruck owners on the forum express unhappiness with Tesla's heavy reliance on glue when assembling the Cybertruck. The concerns about glue usage in the vehicle's assembly persist despite the ongoing discussions.
A third Cybertruck owner from Dallas, Texas, shared concerns about the adhesive failures on the Cybertruck, mentioning multiple similar reports. However, no new updates or developments related to the Cybertruck or Tesla were mentioned in the article.
[1] Link to the original post by Duncan [2] Link to Tesla service documents [3] Link to aftermarket protective films for the Cybertruck lightbar [4] Link to the forum discussion [5] Link to the aftermarket bracket solution proposed by Chris
- Ever-growing discussions within the Cybertruck Owners Club forum reveal an opportunity for gadget innovators to develop stronger car-maintenance solutions, especially for the lightbar adhesion issue, as many owners are currently exploring aftermarket options like brackets and protective films.
- Some tech-savvy owners, like Jay and Chris, are even considering taking matters into their own hands by creating aftermarket products, such as bracket mounts and improved lightbar designs, utilizing technology to address the concerns of Tesla Cybertruck owners.
- The ongoing adhesive issue with the lightbar on the Cybertruck, particularly concerning its resilience against heat, has sparked an interest in exploring alternative lifestyles centered on electric-vehicles that prioritize car-maintenance and offer better integration with advanced gadgets.
