Tesla plans to wind down Cybertruck production in Texas in 2027
Elon Musk says the plant will add a shift to fill existing orders, then dismantle the line around mid-2027 to make room for the Cybercab.
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Quick answer
Elon Musk said Tesla will add an extra Cybertruck shift to fill its order backlog, then dismantle the line around June or July 2027 to expand Cybercab production. Sales have been weak, and the Cybertruck has been hit by recalls.[1][2]
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In this article
Why it mattersWhat Musk announcedWhy sales fell shortWhat we don't know yetWhat changedSourcesKey points
- Musk said on X that the Cybertruck backlog is larger than Tesla can build before the line closes around June or July 2027.[1]
- Tesla plans to add an extra production shift to try to finish those orders in time.[1]
- US Cybertruck sales fell to about 20,000 vehicles in 2025, from nearly 39,000 in 2024, according to Kelley Blue Book, as reported by Reuters.[1]
- Musk had predicted 250,000 annual sales. The vehicle has also faced repeated recalls and quality concerns.[1]
Why it matters
The Cybertruck is one of Tesla's best-known products. Ending its production shows that the company is moving resources toward robotaxis and AI, and that the model struggled to find enough buyers.[1][2]
What Musk announced
The comments came in a post on X, a day after Musk said Tesla would wind down Cybertruck production at its Texas factory next year. Reuters reports that the company will shift resources to the Cybercab, a two-seat robotaxi.[1]
Why sales fell short
Tesla has sold just over 46,000 Cybertrucks since production began in late 2023, according to Fortune. That figure is from 2025 reporting, so it may be out of date.[2]
Reuters reports that the vehicle's unconventional design also limited its prospects in overseas markets such as Europe.[1]
What we don't know yet
- The exact closing date. Musk gave June or July 2027, and Tesla has not published a formal notice that we could read.
- Whether Tesla will sell Cybertrucks after the line closes, or offer parts and service.
- Current sales figures. The most recent US figure we confirmed is for 2025.
What changed
- Nov 7, 2026: First draft. Needs human review before publication.
Sources
- Reuters: Tesla to add Cybertruck shift to clear orders before dismantling line next year (accessed Nov 7, 2026)
- Fortune: Tesla is pulling workers off Cybertruck factory lines as sales slump (accessed Nov 7, 2026)