Tesla Cybertruck Secures 5-Star NHTSA Overall Rating, Records 12.4% Rollover Risk

The Tesla Cybertruck has received a 5-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), addressing prior skepticism regarding its unconventional design. This significant validation places the electric pickup among the safest vehicles in its class, particularly noted for its performance in crash tests and rollover resistance. The NHTSA's independent assessment provides crucial data for consumers considering the unique vehicle.

In detailed evaluations, the Cybertruck earned a 5-star rating for driver protection in frontal collision tests, alongside a 4-star rating for passenger safety in the same category. Its performance in side-impact crash tests was exemplary, achieving perfect 5-star ratings across all measurements. These results underscore the vehicle's robust occupant protection capabilities in various collision scenarios.

A notable highlight from the NHTSA testing is the Cybertruck's 4-star rating for rollover resistance, with a remarkably low 12.40% risk of rollover in single-vehicle, loss-of-control scenarios. This figure positions the Cybertruck as having one of the lowest rollover probabilities among all pickup trucks tested by the NHTSA. As stated in a tweet by Mario Nawfal, citing Tesla, the Cybertruck scored the "lowest probability of rollover and injury of any pickup tested under NHTSA protocols," further emphasizing its engineered safety.

Tesla attributes this high level of safety not only to the vehicle's structure, including its stainless steel exoskeleton and low-mounted battery pack, but also to its advanced driver assistance systems. "With FSD Supervised designed to help avoid crashes before they happen, Cybertruck is engineered to keep families safe, every day and in worst-case scenarios," the tweet quoted from Tesla. While occupant safety is highly rated, discussions persist regarding pedestrian safety, an aspect not currently covered by NHTSA's testing protocols.

The Cybertruck's achievement of top safety marks aligns with Tesla's broader commitment to occupant protection, as its other models have also consistently received high ratings. This independent verification by NHTSA is expected to bolster consumer confidence and reframe the narrative around the Cybertruck's safety credentials, demonstrating that its radical design can coexist with rigorous safety standards.