In a startling revelation that has quickly captured the attention of over a million viewers, a Cybertruck owner disclosed a significant flaw in his vehicle that he claims could have led to a catastrophic accident.
This concerning issue was brought to light through a video posted by TikTok user Elai (@el.chepito1985), where he detailed an incident involving the accelerator pedal of his Cybertruck.
Cybertruck: A Close Call on the Road
While driving, Elai experienced a sudden and unexpected mechanical mishap when the cover of the accelerator pedal detached and became wedged in the carpet. This malfunction caused the pedal to be stuck in full throttle mode, posing a serious risk of losing control of the vehicle.
Elai described the tense moments: “It was locked in place full throttle and I had to think quickly to prevent a serious accident.” Displaying quick thinking and composure, he was able to avert disaster by firmly applying the brakes to counteract the stuck accelerator.
Cybertruck owner reveals potentially fatal fault that causes throttle to get stuck while driving: 'It's a deathtrap, man' https://t.co/ep2QWHHeqJ pic.twitter.com/lJkTuwEBSb
— Daily Mail Online (@MailOnline) April 15, 2024
The video, which has since gone viral, shows Elai pulling over to investigate the issue further. He discovered that the pedal cover could easily slip off and get trapped due to the vehicle’s interior design around the accelerator area.
A follow-up video by Elai revealed that despite being secured by two small clips, the cover could slide off under sufficient pressure and jam itself onto the floor.
Community Reaction and Safety Concerns
The revelation of this flaw has sparked widespread concern and discussion among Cybertruck enthusiasts and critics alike. Comments ranged from calling the vehicle a “deathtrap” to expressing disbelief over the number of issues reported with the new model.
“What an absolute nightmare of a vehicle. I’ve never seen more videos of a brand new car that died on the first day,” one user commented, highlighting the growing skepticism around the vehicle’s reliability.
Despite the humor some found in the situation, with one user jesting, “I’m convinced the cyber truck is just a social experiment to see if people will buy certain things just because they can,” the predominant sentiment is one of concern.
Many are urging Tesla to address these safety issues promptly to prevent potential accidents.
Tesla’s Response Awaited
As of now, Tesla has not publicly responded to this specific incident. The urgency for a resolution is palpable among the Cybertruck community, with hopes that Tesla will investigate and rectify the flaw swiftly.
“Hopefully the crew at Tesla can hone in on these stop gaps and fix the problem,” said one concerned TikTok commenter, reflecting the community’s call for action.
This incident raises important questions about vehicle safety and manufacturer accountability, especially as automakers like Tesla push the boundaries of technology and design.
As the Cybertruck continues to be a topic of both fascination and scrutiny, potential owners and safety experts alike will be keenly watching Tesla’s next moves in ensuring that innovation does not come at the cost of consumer safety.
