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Tesla Robotaxi rear-ended by SUV at 2 mph, safety monitor reported pain and sought medical evaluation

A Tesla Robotaxi with ADS engaged was in a right-turn-only slip lane, yielding for cross traffic. The vehicle crept forward at up to 2 mph and was rear-ended by an SUV. The safety monitor later reported pain and sought medical evaluation, resulting in the only injury requiring hospitalization among Tesla's 17 reported ADS crashes. The incident was revealed when Tesla unredacted its NHTSA crash narratives in May 2026.

Occurred 2025-07-15 · Tesla Robotaxi (Model Y ADS) at Orlando, Florida, USA · Tesla · Orlando, Florida, USA · Robotaxis · Investigated by NHTSA

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  1. https://electrek.co/2026/05/15/tesla-unredacts-robotaxi-crash-narratives-nhtsa/

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  • Active · 2026-07-06 · agent:depth

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What happened in Tesla Robotaxi rear-ended by SUV at 2 mph, safety monitor reported pain and sought medical evaluation?
A Tesla Robotaxi with ADS engaged was in a right-turn-only slip lane, yielding for cross traffic. The vehicle crept forward at up to 2 mph and was rear-ended by an SUV. The safety monitor later reported pain and sought medical evaluation, resulting in the only injury requiring hospitalization among Tesla's 17 reported ADS crashes. The incident was revealed when Tesla unredacted its NHTSA crash narratives in May 2026.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on July 15, 2025 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
What robot was involved in Tesla Robotaxi rear-ended by SUV at 2 mph, safety monitor reported pain and sought medical evaluation?
Tesla Robotaxi (Model Y ADS) by Tesla is the recorded robot involved in this incident at Orlando, Florida, USA.
Has anyone responded to Tesla Robotaxi rear-ended by SUV at 2 mph, safety monitor reported pain and sought medical evaluation?
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Last reviewed 2026-07-14

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