Video: Man buys Tesla Cybertruck and reports that the body started rusting (Photo: Facebook)
A man who bought a Tesla Cybertruck shared a video showing that the vehicle’s body started to rust.
The case was analyzed by content creator Molesrcool in a video posted on his Facebook page. According to him, this type of rust occurs when the car comes into contact with magnets.
“Many of these rust spots are being caused by people putting magnets on their cars, and they’re very hard to get off, [if you can get them off],” commented Molesrcool in the clip.
“This is not how you want your car to look, less than a year after owning it. I can’t imagine what’s going to happen to those in cold climates with a lot of salt on the roads.”
While the bodies of Tesla Cybertrucks are described as “rust-resistant,” that doesn’t mean they are “rust-proof.” Under certain conditions, they can still develop corrosion or surface stains.
This can result from environmental contamination, road salt, or even iron particles transferred from magnets, leaving persistent orange stains that resemble rust.
In the comments, the case sparked a debate about the magnetism of stainless steel, as well as a discussion about the type of material used by Tesla in the production of the Cybertrucks.
“I thought magnets didn’t stick to stainless steel,” commented a Facebook user. In the replies, some users emphasized that low-quality stainless steel does indeed have magnetic properties.
Others noted that different grades of steel vary in their response to magnets, while some debated whether non-magnetic stainless steel can become slightly magnetic after being formed and stamped.
Tesla stated that the Cybertruck uses a cold-worked stainless steel alloy similar to that used in SpaceX rockets. These grades are strong and resistant to corrosion, but they are not immune to discoloration.
While the treatment for rust on traditional cars usually involves a paint job, this is simply not possible with the Cybertruck. Therefore, the best solution in this case is to prevent rather than cure.
Preventive steps include regular washes, avoiding magnet contact on the body, and using protective coatings to keep contaminants away from the sensitive metal.
If you want to go a step further, consider installing a protective film to provide the car with an even greater barrier.
Photo and video: Facebook. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
