You’d expect a brand-new $80,000 Cybertruck to be quiet, smooth, and flawless. But for Will Ye Jr., his new Tesla has turned into a frustrating checklist of problems. Just days after taking delivery, his Cybertruck is already at the Tesla Service Center — for six different issues.
The most annoying one? Wind noise so loud it’s making him lose his mind.
Will shared his story in the Tesla Cybertruck Talk Facebook group, and what’s even more surprising is that he’s not alone.
Six Issues on a Brand-New Cybertruck
Will recently took his Cybertruck to the Tesla Service Center in Lawrence Township, New Jersey. Here’s what he reported:
- Seat belts won’t retract properly
- Wind noise from the passenger front window
- Windshield wipers don’t clean the glass well
- Tires appear low on air
- Sentry Mode/front camera view is cloudy
- Frunk doesn’t open all the way
And he almost forgot to include the frunk issue when booking the appointment.
“Once I hit ‘open,’ it pops up, then gets stuck. I have to press it again for it to open fully.”
He’s now hoping that Tesla will fix all these problems in one visit.
The Wind Noise Issue: “It’s Making Me Crazy”
Of all the problems, Will says the wind noise is the most unbearable:
“It’s coming from the passenger front side of the window, and it’s making me crazy.”
And he’s not exaggerating — dozens of Cybertruck owners have echoed this exact frustration.
Dakota Buuck commented:
“Mine was in the shop five times before they finally fixed the wind noise. It was a bad seal in the small window in front. They replaced it — now it’s quiet as a church mouse.”
Another user, Wink Av, shared a more complicated experience:
“They ‘fixed’ my air leak from the driver-side door, but it came back. They refused to take it back unless the tech could feel it during a test drive — which only happens at night or when it’s cold.”
He adds that now he’s also dealing with battery drain issues, saying:
“Every week or two, there’s something new. I knew the truck might need fixes, but now it just feels bad.”
Owners Are Losing Confidence
Many Cybertruck early adopters are excited to own the futuristic truck. But for some, that excitement is turning into disappointment — especially when issues go ignored or unaddressed by Tesla.
Shannon Feick and her husband have been battling excessive wind noise in their Cybertruck too.
She says:
“No matter what I ask for — even paying out of pocket — my Tesla Service Center refuses to fix the noise.”
Even more frustrating: two different techs acknowledged the issue during test drives. One even said Tesla was working on a solution. But Shannon says nothing has changed.
What’s Causing All This Wind Noise?
Wind noise in the Cybertruck is turning out to be one of the most widespread issues. Here’s why it’s happening:
1. Flat panel design
The Cybertruck’s sharp lines and minimal curves don’t help reduce wind drag or turbulence. This makes air leaks around seals more noticeable.
2. Poor fit and finish
Early deliveries seem to have inconsistencies in window seals, door alignment, and body panel gaps.
3. Temporary fixes from Tesla
Some owners say Tesla has suggested taping the seals, applying extra felt or padding, or installing a rubber seal around the roof glass to reduce wind noise. These aren’t permanent factory-level fixes, and many owners say they’ve had to visit the service center multiple times.
Are There Real Fixes?
Some Cybertruck owners have found success using aftermarket or service-advised solutions:
- Installing continuous rubber seals around the roof seams
- Adding cushioning or felt to window and door frame gaps
- Having Tesla replace affected windows or seals
But these fixes are not guaranteed. Some Tesla service centers have been helpful, while others have denied service unless the issue can be “recreated” on a test drive.
One Owner’s Service Tip? Bring Donuts.
As strange as it sounds, J.S. Labard said this actually worked:
“A box of donuts when I dropped off my Cybertruck at the service center worked wonders.”
While donuts probably won’t fix wind noise, they may get you better treatment from stressed-out Tesla techs.
So Does Tesla Have a Quality Control Problem with the Cybertruck?
Based on Will’s story and many others, it’s hard to say these are isolated incidents. When new trucks are showing up with multiple issues — from malfunctioning frunks to air leaks and faulty cameras — that points to ongoing quality control challenges.
Tesla has never been known for perfect build quality, especially with new models. But for a vehicle this expensive and this hyped, owners expect better.
What About You?
Do you own a Cybertruck? Have you had issues with wind noise, fit and finish, or reliability?
Do you think Tesla is doing enough to fix the problems early adopters are facing?