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ADS crash report in San Mateo, CA involving a TOYOTA Highlander (NHTSA SGO 30610-16272)

A Zoox vehicle (Vehicle 1) operating in autonomous mode was traveling in the middle lane on the westbound [XXX] when a piece of unsecured plywood flew from a utility trailer ahead into the path of the Zoox vehicle. The Zoox vehicle operator disengaged from autonomy and braked, but the object made contact with the front bumper on the right side. No injuries were reported, and police were not notified.

Occurred 2026-07-01 · Zoox

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  1. https://www.nhtsa.gov/laws-regulations/standing-general-order-crash-reporting#report-30610-16272

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What happened in ADS crash report in San Mateo, CA involving a TOYOTA Highlander (NHTSA SGO 30610-16272)?
A Zoox vehicle (Vehicle 1) operating in autonomous mode was traveling in the middle lane on the westbound [XXX] when a piece of unsecured plywood flew from a utility trailer ahead into the path of the Zoox vehicle. The Zoox vehicle operator disengaged from autonomy and braked, but the object made contact with the front bumper on the right side. No injuries were reported, and police were not notified.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on July 1, 2026 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
Who was involved in ADS crash report in San Mateo, CA involving a TOYOTA Highlander (NHTSA SGO 30610-16272)?
The incident is recorded as involving Zoox on the DEPLOY registry. No specific robot model is linked to this incident in the registry.
Has anyone responded to ADS crash report in San Mateo, CA involving a TOYOTA Highlander (NHTSA SGO 30610-16272)?
No responses to this incident are recorded on the DEPLOY registry. Operators, manufacturers, or affected parties can submit responses to the editorial team; absence is not a guarantee no response was issued.
What is the current status of ADS crash report in San Mateo, CA involving a TOYOTA Highlander (NHTSA SGO 30610-16272)?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.
Methodology: Unreviewed · 1 source (1 primary) · last reviewed 2026-10-18

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Last reviewed 2026-10-18

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