In a surprising turn of events, Tesla has reportedly issued a stop-sale order for new Cybertrucks due to a serious problem with the truck's accelerator pedal. The issue, which could potentially lead to unintended acceleration, has been a cause for concern among Cybertruck owners and enthusiasts.

Numerous forum and social media posts on platforms like X and TikTok have brought attention to the accelerator pedal issue, with some users even claiming that their upcoming deliveries have been delayed or canceled, as reported by Investor's Business Daily. What makes this situation particularly notable is that even prominent figures like Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Tesla's biggest fans, including Whole Mars Catalog on X, have acknowledged the halt in Cybertruck deliveries for seven days to address the accelerator pedal issue.

A TikToker by the username el.chepito1985 has shed some light on the problem, explaining that the metal cover of the accelerator pedal is not securely attached. Consequently, there is a risk of it becoming wedged between the pedal and the bulkhead of the truck. Should this occur, the pedal is pushed all the way down, causing the Cybertruck to accelerate at full speed. Given the substantial weight of the Cybertruck and its impressive acceleration time of just over 2.5 seconds to reach 60 mph, this poses a significant safety concern. However, users have found that holding the brake down can override the issue temporarily, although releasing the brake could result in the vehicle lurching forward unexpectedly.

This latest development follows a prior report from Business Insider, stating that Tesla had informed Cybertruck production workers at its Austin, Texas-based facility that their shifts would be shortened starting from April 15. These recent concerns regarding the Cybertruck's safety highlight a growing list of issues that owners have encountered with their brand-new vehicles. It is safe to assume that this will not be the last obstacle Tesla faces in fine-tuning its highly anticipated electric truck.

As of now, there is no official confirmation from Tesla regarding the halt in Cybertruck deliveries or their plans to address the accelerator pedal problem. Tesla owners and enthusiasts will eagerly await updates from the company regarding the resolution of this safety issue, as it is crucial for maintaining the trust and confidence of Cybertruck customers.