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Waymo recalls 672 robotaxis after collision with telephone pole in Phoenix

NHTSA recall 26E035 covers 3,871 Waymo vehicles whose software could allow entry into closed freeway construction zones. NHTSA records the interim restriction and software remedy (NHTSA 26E035).

Occurred 2026-06-15 · Waymo Driver (6th gen) at Sacramento, California, USA · Waymo · Sacramento, California, USA · Robotaxis · Investigated by NHTSA

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  1. https://www.facebook.com/witntv/posts/waymo-is-recalling-thousands-of-robotaxis-heres-whystory/1433626145464089/
  2. https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2026/RCLRPT-26E035-7637.pdf
  3. https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2026/RCAK-26E035-6843.pdf

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  • Active · 2026-07-03 · agent:depth

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What happened in Waymo recalls 672 robotaxis after collision with telephone pole in Phoenix?
NHTSA recall 26E035 covers 3,871 Waymo vehicles whose software could allow entry into closed freeway construction zones. NHTSA records the interim restriction and software remedy ([NHTSA 26E035](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2026/RCLRPT-26E035-7637.pdf)).
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on June 15, 2026 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
What robot was involved in Waymo recalls 672 robotaxis after collision with telephone pole in Phoenix?
Waymo Driver (6th gen) by Waymo is the recorded robot involved in this incident at Sacramento, California, USA.
Has anyone responded to Waymo recalls 672 robotaxis after collision with telephone pole in Phoenix?
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Methodology: Verified · 3 sources (2 primary) · last reviewed 2026-09-29

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Last reviewed 2026-09-29

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