Waymo recalls thousands of robotaxis after some vehicles entered freeway construction zones
The recall follows 13 incidents, and Waymo says all 3,871 affected vehicles use its fifth-generation automated driving system.
- On Wednesday, Waymo recalled 3,871 robotaxis using its 5th Generation Automated Driving System after vehicles entered closed freeway construction zones at speed. The company filed the recall with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on June 17.
- Software logic errors caused the incidents, as the system sometimes failed to recognize construction zones or prioritized avoiding other freeway hazards instead. Waymo identified at least 13 instances across Phoenix and the San Francisco Bay Area where vehicles drove past ramp closure signs and cones.
- While no injuries or collisions were reported, Waymo suspended all freeway operations on May 19. A permanent fix remains 'currently under development,' according to NHTSA filings, though the fleet continues operating on surface streets.
- This marks Waymo's sixth safety recall in roughly 28 months, following a May incident where 3,791 vehicles were recalled after one robotaxi drove into a flooded road. The frequency of recalls highlights challenges as the company navigates high-speed driving environments.
- Despite these setbacks, Waymo plans to launch in more than 20 cities this year, including London and Tokyo. Newer Zeekr Ojai vans equipped with a 6th-generation ADS are unaffected by the software issue and continue normal operations.
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Waymo is recalling almost 3,900 robotaxis for driving into freeway construction zones
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