My Tesla Cybertruck Just Drove Itself Back To the Dealer Because of the Heavy Debt I Owe, Come Back Cybertruck

How many Tesla Cybertruck owners can relate to this country song?

Karl Jónsson on the Tesla Cybertruck Facebook Owners page says, "I prompted Suno to make a country song about a Cybertruck that drove itself back to the dealership after the owner missed his truck payments."

If you aren't familiar with it, Tech Radar says Suno AI, or just Suno, is an AI music generator that became widely known after December 2023, when it partnered with Microsoft to provide a plugin for Copilot. Since then, it has become one of the most sought-after AI music generators, thanks to its ability to make song creation as easy as using ChatGPT for text creation."

They say you can create full four-minute songs with Suno's latest V4 model (released in November 2024), even with a free account.

"The results can vary depending on your chosen genre, but Suno can produce awe-inspiring results. If you want something more specific, you can upload your audio clip and get Suno to base its song creation on your music using its Extend feature."

So, Karl wrote a country song about the Cybertruck being so expensive that the owner can't make the high monthly payment, so the Cybertruck is headed back to the Tesla dealer, driving itself. 

Check out the verses below. 

The sun was settin’, castin’ long shadows wide,

When my Cyber Truck left me, it took that lonesome ride.

It drove itself so steadily, like it knew that dirt road,

Headin' back to the dealer, with my debt it towed.

[Verse 2]

The payments I missed, they piled up too high,

And I watched it leave with tears in my eyes.

Elon, can't you hear me, don't let it be done,

I need that truck back; it's my only one.

[Chorus]

Oh, Elon, have some grace,

That truck filled an empty space.

It knew my heart, it knew my land,

It was more than metal under my hand.

[Verse 3]

The farm work's now harder, with that truck gone astray,

Plowin' fields by hand in the heat of the day.

That truck was my partner, through the mud and the rain,

Now I sit here alone, just relivin' the pain.

[Bridge]

If I'd had one more month, I'd have made it square,

But life's been a battle, with more than my share.

Elon, I'm beggin', I'm down on my knees,

Return my truck, I'm asking you please.

[Verse 4]

I'll make every payment, I'll do what it takes,

I'll mend all my fences, I'll own my mistakes.

But a man without wheels is a man without pride,

Bring back that Cyber Truck, and I'll restore my stride.

Check out Karl's song here https://suno.com/s/Ar4zG5JboDzMkhHs

How many Cybertruck owners, like Karl's song, have their electric truck repossessed by the bank because they can't make their payments? It's a situation that many can empathize with, a struggle that's more common than we might think.

While some individuals may be experiencing difficulty with payments, there are also reports of successful Cybertruck ownership. The Cybertruck is a relatively new model with high demand, and Tesla has stated they've sold 11,688 Cybertrucks as of June 2024. This indicates a significant number of satisfied owners who are enjoying the benefits of their Cybertruck.

Autoweek states that Tesla lowered lease prices to help move inventory, and WIRED notes that over 1 million people had reserved the Cybertruck, indicating a significant number of interested buyers. 

It's important to note that:

• Repossession data is typically private: Banks and lenders don't release specific details about individual borrowers' payment situations. 
• Demand is high: Tesla initially faced production delays, and there's ongoing public discussion about the Cybertruck's marketability and perceived performance. 
• While there may be some instances of repossession, there's no evidence to suggest a widespread problem among Cybertruck owners. 

However, a report from Newsweek says Tesla won't take back Cybertruck owners' vehicles.

Newsweek says, "Between plummeting resale values, trade-in rejections, vandalism with swastika graffiti and stickers on their cars, a growing movement of regretful Cybertruck owners are disguising their cars to avoid harassment, with some pointing their fingers directly at Tesla CEO Elon Musk."

The story says Kumait Jaroje, a Cybertruck owner and longtime electric vehicle enthusiast who runs a cosmetic surgery clinic in Southborough, Massachusetts, bought his truck in April 2024 for business purposes. 

"I liked the look, I needed it for transportation, and I thought, 'Great, it's electric—cheaper to run.' Simple," he told Newsweek.

"At first, people would joke about the Cybertruck, give a thumbs up, thumbs down—whatever," he said. "Then suddenly, I'm getting middle fingers, people yelling at me, acting like I just drove out of a Trump rally."

Tesla Refuses To Take the Cybertruck Back

"I don't want to drive something that angers people," he said. "I tried to trade it in, but Tesla is refusing to take it back," Jaroje says.

"They just told me they weren't taking it," he said. "I even asked for written confirmation, and they sent me a text saying Tesla is not accepting Cybertruck trade-ins at this time."

Newsweek says that according to reports from the Cybertruck Owners Club, Jaroje isn't alone. The resale value of the Cybertruck—once hyped as the ultimate status symbol—is tanking. Prices on secondary markets are cratering, with some used models selling for tens of thousands less than their sticker price, which starts at about $80,000.

What are Cybertyruck Owners saying about Kumait Jaroje returning his CT?

A Reddit user says, "You'd figure a guy who runs a cosmetic surgery clinic would have a better sense of aesthetics. Imagine what the 'after' photos of his clients look like."

Another Reddit post says, "What part of ALL TESLA SALES ARE FINAL, do these Tesla buying losers not understand? To quote Elon Musk himself, if you're stupid enough to buy a Tesla and expect it to be reliable, 'YOU CAN GO (expletive) YOURSELF.' Make bad life choices, get life lessons."

In an unusual twist that echoes this theme of technology outpacing practicality, another Torque News writer recently shared a story about getting a flat tire on a Mustang Mach-E and discovering that without a physical key fob, the local tire shop was suddenly unable to move the vehicle. It’s an unexpected reminder that while we race toward smarter, more connected vehicles, these innovations can sometimes complicate the simplest of problems - like fixing a tire. The story, titled "So I Got a Low Tire in My Mustang Mach-E...", is a compelling look at how unlikely oversights in design can create very real obstacles in everyday life.

Conclusion

Tesla is not currently accepting Cybertrucks as trade-ins and is reportedly pushing owners who want to return them to go through the Lemon Law process, reports Electrek and Mashable. According to The Economic Times, this is due to a combination of factors, including a large inventory of unsold Cybertrucks and potentially declining resale values. 

What About You?

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Check out my Tesla Cybertruck story: I Was Worried About My Tesla Cybertruck, So I Parked Away From Everyone. When I Came Out, I Was Shocked to See My CT Dwarfed By Two Ford F-150s

I am Denis Flierl, a Senior Torque News Reporter since 2012. My 30+ year tenure in the automotive industry, initially in a consulting role with every major car brand and later as a freelance journalist test-driving new vehicles, has equipped me with a wealth of knowledge. I specialize in reporting the latest automotive news and providing expert analysis on Subaru, which you'll find here, ensuring that you, as a reader, are always well-informed and up-to-date. Follow me on my X SubaruReport, All Subaru, WRXSTI, @DenisFlierl, Facebook, and Instagram.

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