Tesla has quietly made a major change to its Full Self-Driving (Supervised) Transfer Program, and it could have serious implications for buyers — especially those ordering the newly introduced $59K Cybertruck AWD.
Until now, the wording around Tesla’s limited-time FSD transfer offer focused on placing an order before the March 31, 2026 deadline. But on Friday night Tesla updated the eligibility rules with a critical clarification.
Tesla FSD Transfer Program: What Changed?
Tesla’s FSD (Supervised) Transfer Program allows existing owners who purchased FSD outright to move that software package from their current vehicle to a newly ordered Tesla. It’s a highly sought-after offer, especially given the high upfront cost of FSD.
Previously, the deadline required only that a vehicle be ordered by March 31, 2026. The updated eligibility language now makes it clear: delivery must occur on or before March 31, 2026.
Impact on $59K Cybertruck AWD Orders
This change is particularly important for buyers of the recently launched $59K Cybertruck AWD.
As we’ve reported, estimated delivery timelines for that variant have already stretched into 2027 amid surging demand. Many reservation holders were planning to order now, secure their place in line, and transfer their previously purchased FSD license when the truck eventually arrived more than a year from now.
Under the updated rules, that strategy no longer works. If the vehicle is delivered after March 31, 2026, it will not qualify for the FSD transfer — even if it was ordered before the deadline.
That’s a massive blow to owners hoping to carry over a major software investment to a future vehicle. It also has impacts beyond the Cybertruck, as many vehicle orders placed within the last few days or even weeks have a delivery timeline beyond this new deadline.
Why Tesla Made the Change
Tesla hasn’t publicly explained the reasoning behind the change, but you don’t have to look far for a reason why. Demand for the $59K Cybertruck AWD has been extremely high, with delivery estimates quickly moving from June to all the way in April 2027 within a matter of days. Allowing FSD transfers tied to vehicles that won’t be delivered for another year or more would effectively extend the program far beyond its intended window.
And that’s the likely reason for the change, as wait times for Tesla vehicles in the U.S. is typically a few weeks to maybe a month, not over a year into the future.
Whatever the reason, the change hasn’t gone over well with fans, who have rightfully called out the company’s unethical shift in policy.
But as Tesla notes in the terms, which were the same before last night’s update, the program is subject to change at any time.
