Musk: Cybertruck Orders Exceed Output; Deposits Refunded for Many

Musk: Cybertruck Orders Exceed Output; Deposits Refunded for Many

If you’re waiting on a Cybertruck, there’s a chance you’ll receive a refund instead of a vehicle. Elon Musk said on X that Tesla will “try to make as many as possible before shutting down the line in about 8 months, but will have to return deposits for a lot of people.” According to Musk, “the Cybertruck order rate far exceeds our production rate.”

Production Backlog and Planned Shutdown

Tesla announced that it will end Cybertruck production around mid-2027 to make room for more Cybercab production at Giga Texas. Musk has since said Tesla will add an extra Cybertruck shift to work through as many orders as possible before the line is torn down around June or July.

Even with an additional shift, Tesla won’t be able to build every outstanding order. Musk has also said the Cybertruck is still profitable, and that Tesla is ending it because the space and engineering effort are worth more for the Cybercab.

Dual Motor AWD Launch, Features, and Order Status

Tesla hasn’t said which orders will be refunded. The Dual Motor AWD launched at $59,990 in February, keeping features like the bed outlets and powered tonneau cover while dropping air suspension and some interior extras.

The Long Range RWD trim launched in spring 2025 for $62,490 after the federal tax credit, but it dropped air suspension, leather seats, the rear screen, and the bed outlets. Tesla discontinued it later that year.

Tesla raised the Dual Motor AWD’s price shortly after launch, and it recently paused new orders for the trim altogether. The Cyberbeast is priced at more than $100,000.

Tesla hasn’t detailed how it will prioritize remaining orders, such as by order date or trim. Customers with reservations should watch their Tesla account for delivery updates or a refund.