Tesla Cybertruck proprietor discovers rust marks following magnet attachment to door - Inquires, "Have I irreversibly harmed the exterior of my Cybertruck?"
The Tesla Cybertruck, known for its stainless steel exterior, is facing an unexpected issue: corrosion caused by magnetic decals. Several Cybertruck owners have reported rust spots appearing on their vehicles after applying magnetic decals, raising concerns about the long-term effects on the truck's surface.
Wes Fisher, a Cybertruck owner from Ohio, shared his experience on the "Cybertruck Owners Only" group on Facebook, posting five pictures showing the truck before and after removing the magnetic decal, with the affected area now covered in brownish marks [1].
Jenia Craighead, another Cybertruck owner, warns that magnets can cause corrosion and might require resurfacing the entire truck [2]. Similarly, Anna Schwind and Justin West have also experienced the same issue and are planning to have their doors replaced under warranty by Tesla or wrapping their trucks to prevent further corrosion [3][6].
The damage appears to be limited to the areas where the magnets were placed, with no rust appearing elsewhere on the vehicle [1]. The owners expressed concerns about permanent damage and sought advice for cleaning or repair.
Recommended solutions or repair methods include using a lot of water and a wet SOS pad to scrub the affected area [1]. Another option is to wrap the Cybertruck with a vinyl or paint protection film (PPF) wrap after cleaning to prevent future corrosion and disguise blemishes [5].
Given that the corrosion may be a result of the magnets compromising the stainless steel surface, avoiding magnetic decals or signs that adhere by magnetism is advisable to prevent further incidents. If rust spots develop, early cleaning and professional surface treatment or wrapping are the best approaches to mitigate permanent damage.
Ray Stickel, a Cybertruck owner, successfully removed rust from his truck but warns about over-polishing with Bar Keepers Friend [7]. Robert Baze suggests that Tesla should issue a warning about the dangers of magnets causing corrosion to Cybertruck owners [8].
Robert believes that Tesla should sand down the affected area, but he is unsure if this is possible [8]. Justin West, another Cybertruck owner, has also experienced rust spots due to magnetic decals and now plans to wrap his truck [6].
In summary, magnetic decals can cause rust on the Cybertruck's stainless steel, and the recommended repairs involve careful cleaning and application of protective wraps to prevent further corrosion [1][4][5]. Cybertruck owners are advised to avoid magnetic decals to ensure the longevity of their vehicles.
[1] Wes Fisher's post on "Cybertruck Owners Only" group on Facebook [2] Jenia Craighead's statement on Cybertruck corrosion [3] Anna Schwind's report on magnet-associated corrosion [4] Wes Fisher's experience with rust on his Cybertruck [5] TWRAPS' custom wraps for the Cybertruck [6] Justin West's plan to wrap his Cybertruck [7] Ray Stickel's warning about over-polishing with Bar Keepers Friend [8] Robert Baze's suggestion for Tesla to issue a warning and sand down affected areas
- Owners of Tesla's Cybertruck are advising against using magnetic decals on their vehicles due to potential corrosion and the need for repair or replacement.
- In light of the general-news story about the Tesla Cybertruck corrosion, it is important to consider the potential long-term effects of applying technology like magnetic decals onto vehicles as part of one's lifestyle choices.
