Tesla influencers argue company's polarizing Full Self-Driving transfer decision

"Tesla quietly updated its terms in late February 2026, changing the eligibility from 'order by March 31, 2026' to 'take delivery by March 31, 2026.' What began as a flexible incentive to boost sales, allowing buyers to transfer their paid FSD (Supervised) to a new vehicle, now excludes many, particularly Cybertruck owners facing delivery delays into summer or later."

"Tesla maintains it will honor transfers for orders with initial delivery windows before the deadline and offers full deposit refunds otherwise, citing longstanding fine print that the program is 'subject to change at any time.'"

"Critics of the decision argue that the change disadvantages loyal customers who helped fund FSD development, calling it poor communication and a revenue grab as Tesla pivots toward subscriptions."

Tesla modified its Full Self-Driving (Supervised) transfer promotion eligibility criteria in late February 2026, shifting from an 'order by' deadline to a 'take delivery by' deadline. This change significantly impacts owners, particularly Cybertruck buyers facing extended delivery delays. Tesla maintains the program remains subject to change per its fine print and offers full deposit refunds for ineligible orders. The reversal has divided the Tesla community between those viewing it as corporate pragmatism and those claiming bait-and-switch practices. Critics argue the change disadvantages loyal customers who funded FSD development, while defenders cite Tesla's contractual right to modify terms. The company permits order cancellations with full refunds.

Read at TESLARATI