After an urgent recall, Tesla has adopted a quick fix for the Cybertruck’s gas pedal problem. The manufacturer chose to attach the pedal with a simple rivate, a quick but questionable method. Deliveries of the vehicle, temporarily interrupted, were thus able to resume.
The owners of Cybertruck recently discovered a very worrying defect: the coverage of the accelerator pedal could come loose. It then led to a unexpected acceleration. This discovery led Tesla to recall the vehicle. The solution proposed by the manufacturer to resolve this problem surprised many users: it consisted of fix the pedal cover with a single rivetan unconventional method that has raised doubts about its durability and effectiveness.
The repair process involves drilling a hole in the base of the gas pedal and securing the cover with a rivet (found commercially for less than 10 cents). Although this method technically secures coverage, it has been criticized for its unkempt appearance, particularly inappropriate for a vehicle whose price exceeds 90,000 euros. The images shared by users show a finish that clearly leaves something to be desired, which is not very reassuring for owners who have invested in what many consider to be a “symbol of technological innovation”.
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This repair method is atypical for the automotive industry where the safety of components is generally ensured by fasteners that follow standards and are more robust. Reports indicate that some technicians have forgot to use the template drilling required to position the rivet correctly, thereby increasing the risk of errors and detracting from the overall aesthetic of the pedal. This type of solution can not only affect the perception of quality but also erode user and public trust in the brand.
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On social networks, the Tesla community welcomed this “solution” with a dose ofhumor. Many members shared memes and mocking comments regarding the “DIY” appearance of the repair. Although it made it possible to quickly resume deliveries of the Cybertruck, it shows some limits between the speed of implementation and the quality of finish expected for a vehicle in this price range.
Source: cybertruckownersclub