by Problem with the Light Bar for Tesla Cybertruck
Buyers who ordered the Foundation Series model were supposed to receive several accessories, among which the main element was an off-road light bar installed above the windshield.
Lawsuit Against Tesla
When Tesla introduced the Cybertruck Foundation Series version, the company promised that it would be equipped with a special roof-mounted LED light bar for off-road use. However, a new lawsuit filed in the USA claims that many owners did not receive these light bars, and some of them would not have purchased their cars if they had known that the bar would not be included.
The lawsuit was filed by plaintiff Eric Schwartz in California. He claims that he purchased a Tesla Cybertruck Cyberbeast in December 2023 and paid an additional $20,000 for the Foundation Series version. These vehicles were supposed to be equipped with several upgrades, including a light bar located right above the windshield.
However, according to Schwartz, his Cybertruck was delivered without the LED light bar, and although he repeatedly contacted the manufacturer, the company apparently refused to provide it to him.
Claims of the Lawsuit
The lawsuit claims that the plaintiff suffered “actual harm” because Tesla took his money but did not provide the promised products. Through the class action, Schwartz seeks to represent all Cybertruck buyers in California who purchased a model that was supposed to include the off-road light bar but was not delivered with it.
The class action lawsuit also claims that buyers might not have purchased their Cybertrucks if they had known that Tesla advertised the light bars without the intention of supplying them with the vehicles.
Other Lawsuits Against Tesla
This is not the only recent lawsuit filed against Tesla in California. Earlier this week, US District Judge Rita Lin stated that the manufacturer must respond to a certified class action lawsuit that claims the company misled drivers regarding the autonomous driving capabilities of their vehicles. The lawsuit claims that Tesla failed to fulfill promises made by the company on its website, in blogs, on social media, and in comments by CEO Elon Musk.
This Cybertruck situation points to a broader issue of manufacturers’ promises aligning with actual deliveries, which could affect consumer trust in innovative products, especially in the context of electric vehicles, where expectations often exceed practical implementation. Similar incidents may contribute to more thorough industry regulation and increased transparency between manufacturers and customers.
