Imagine hearing gallons of water sloshing inside your brand-new Cybertruck every time you make a turn, accelerate, or hit the brakes. That’s exactly what happened to Trevor, a Cybertruck owner and Tesla investor from Seattle — and it got bad enough that Tesla had to buy the truck back.
But here’s the twist: despite all that, Trevor is still all-in on Tesla. In fact, he used the refund to buy another Cybertruck.
Waterlogged and Frustrated: A Tesla Lemon
Trevor shared his experience on the Cybertruck Owners Club forum with a post titled:
“Successful Foundation Series Buyback (lemon)”
Trevor said he began hearing liquid sloshing under the floor of his Cybertruck. At first, he thought it might be minor — until the sounds grew louder with every drive. The situation got worse in the sun, when moisture would build up on the inside of his windshield, making it nearly impossible to ignore.
“It was like driving a giant water bottle,” he joked.
Over the course of three separate service appointments — in September, October, and November — Tesla tried to find the issue but couldn’t.
Eventually, Tesla agreed to buy back his Cybertruck, paying him $112,136 — almost the full price he originally paid.
What Caused the Water Ingress?
Trevor says Tesla tried everything, including pressure smoke testing, but the actual leak source was never found.
“A seam must have missed a seal somewhere,” he wrote.
“Each morning, there would be an eighth of an inch of dew on the inside of the windshield.”
Even more alarming? When Trevor went to drop off his truck, he noticed two other Cybertrucks waiting for delivery that showed the same condensation signs.
Despite the Problems, He Bought Another Cybertruck
Trevor isn’t just a Cybertruck owner — he’s a true believer.
“Tesla for life. I would never switch brands. Best cars ever,” he wrote.
He even shared how Tesla deducted just $1,235 for the 7,000 miles he drove the truck — and let him keep the $2,500 Foundation Series credits, which he used toward Tesla Powershare equipment.
What Other Owners Wanted to Know
The top questions in the comments?
- How did the water get in?
- Why couldn’t Tesla fix it after three visits?
- Could this be a bigger issue with early Cybertrucks?
Trevor’s answer was honest but cautious. He believes the problem might have been an isolated manufacturing defect, but seeing multiple trucks with similar symptoms gave him pause.
Still Bullish on Tesla — Even the Stock
Trevor’s optimism doesn’t stop at Cybertrucks. He ended his post with a bold prediction:
“Tesla’s stock price going up to $2,500 is a real possibility, friends. Jump on now! Thank me later.”
For context, Tesla stock is around $240 per share right now. Trevor believes Tesla could become the most valuable company in the world, surpassing even Apple and Microsoft.
The Bigger Picture: When Quality Meets Loyalty
Tesla has been praised for making things right in cases like Trevor’s, but the incident raises important questions:
- How common are water ingress issues in early Cybertrucks?
- What does it say about quality control on Tesla’s newest, boldest product yet?
Still, stories like Trevor’s highlight something unique about Tesla owners — loyalty that goes far beyond typical brand relationships. Even when things go wrong, many Tesla buyers stay fully committed to the company’s long-term mission.
What Do You Think?
Would you keep supporting a brand after your brand-new truck filled with water?
Do you believe Tesla can overcome these early hiccups with the Cybertruck?
Drop your thoughts in the comments. Let’s hear from other owners and fans — good or bad, your voice matters.