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Zoox recalls 258 ADS vehicles (NHTSA 25E-019) over unexpected braking near cyclists/motorcyclists
NHTSA recall campaign 25E-019 (Zoox, Inc., received 2025-03-14). Zoox recalled ADS software versions released before November 5, 2024 that could brake unexpectedly in scenarios involving motorcyclists or cyclists (e.g., a rapidly approaching motorcyclist behind the vehicle, or a bicyclist near a crosswalk on a newly green signal). The recall followed NHTSA preliminary evaluation PE24015, opened after two reports of motorcyclists colliding with the rear of Zoox-equipped Toyota Highlanders, each causing minor injuries. Zoox addressed the issue via software update by November 7, 2024. Potential units affected: 258.
Occurred 2025-03-14 · Zoox
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- What happened in Zoox recalls 258 ADS vehicles (NHTSA 25E-019) over unexpected braking near cyclists/motorcyclists?
- NHTSA recall campaign 25E-019 (Zoox, Inc., received 2025-03-14). Zoox recalled ADS software versions released before November 5, 2024 that could brake unexpectedly in scenarios involving motorcyclists or cyclists (e.g., a rapidly approaching motorcyclist behind the vehicle, or a bicyclist near a crosswalk on a newly green signal). The recall followed NHTSA preliminary evaluation PE24015, opened after two reports of motorcyclists colliding with the rear of Zoox-equipped Toyota Highlanders, each causing minor injuries. Zoox addressed the issue via software update by November 7, 2024. Potential units affected: 258.
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