Tesla Cybertruck Crash Traps Texan, Bones Disintegrate in 5000°F Fire, Family Sues

Michael Sheehan, a 47-year-old Texas man, died in a horrific crash involving his Tesla Cybertruck when the vehicle veered off the road, hit a concrete pipe, and caught fire with temperatures reaching 5,000°F, leading to his bones disintegrating due to thermal fracture. A lawsuit filed by his widow and parents alleges that the Cybertruck's defective design trapped Sheehan inside, as the electric doors failed to open and the emergency manual release was difficult to locate, preventing his escape. The family contends that safer battery designs, which dissipate heat more slowly, and better emergency egress features would have likely prevented this fatal outcome. This tragic incident is part of a broader pattern of safety concerns with the Cybertruck, which has faced multiple recalls for design flaws such as stuck accelerators and loose body panels. The lawsuit further criticizes Tesla for prioritizing aesthetics over functionality and failing to adequately warn buyers about escape difficulties in emergencies. Despite attempts to reach a settlement, the family has moved forward with legal action, highlighting ongoing safety challenges for Tesla’s Cybertruck amid continued scrutiny of the company and its leadership.