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WF-HE06HX10 May 2024

NHTSA investigation PE24015: Rear-end Collisions Involving Zoox Vehicles

Automated driving system controlled vehicle braking and acceleration, leading to rear-end collisions with other road users

Company involved
Zoox
AI system involved
Zoox vehicle

1 source article · read the reporting →

WF-TDFPG43 Mar 2024

Ford BlueCruise crash in Philadelphia kills two, injures one

On March 3, 2024, a Ford Mustang Mach-E operating in hands-free partial automation mode (BlueCruise) collided with stationary vehicles in a work zone on I-95 in Philadelphia. The system recorded a speed of 72.4 mph with no braking or steering before impact. The drivers of the two stationary vehicles died, and the Ford driver was injured. The NTSB determined the probable cause to be driver impairment and distraction due to overreliance on automation, as well as Ford's inadequate integration of speed management with the automation system.

Company involved
Ford Motor Company
AI system involved
BlueCruise

9 source articles · read the reporting →

WF-GX69JO5 May 2021

Tesla Model 3 crash, 1 killed, Autopilot verified: Multi-event collision with truck on highway

The Tesla Model 3, with Autopilot possibly engaged, struck an overturned semi-truck and a pedestrian, killing the driver and injuring the pedestrian.

Company involved
Tesla
AI system involved
Autopilot

1 source article · read the reporting →

WF-02CWA618 May 2022

Tesla Model 3 crash, 1 killed, Autopilot verified: Tesla hits pedestrian

Tesla Model 3 struck a pedestrian on the highway

AI system involved
Tesla Model 3

1 source article · read the reporting →

WF-BH561Z25 Sep 2026German

First Accident Before Test Phase: Robotaxis Launch in Furttal

Erster Unfall, bevor die Testphase beginnt: Robotaxis starten im Furttal - nzz.ch

Switzerland's first self-driving taxi service launched in the Furttal region near Zurich, but three days before the start a test vehicle had a minor accident in Dänikon, damaging a ground plate and two tires. The pilot project, called Iamo, aims to complement public transport, with a safety driver on board during the test phase.

Company involved
Swiss Transit Lab

1 source article · read the reporting →

WF-OZQDJ6Portuguese

Uber to Resume Autonomous Car Use Despite Fatal Accident - Estadão

Uber voltará a utilizar carros autônomos mesmo após acidente - Estadão

Uber's president Dara Khosrowshahi said the company plans to resume using autonomous cars within months. The ride-hailing firm suspended its self-driving vehicle program in March after a car struck and killed a pedestrian in the United States. Khosrowshahi stated that Uber has conducted internal and independent safety reviews and is working with government agencies to restart testing.

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Tesla's New Autopilot Crashes, Driver's Hands Off Wheel Entire Time

so米体育app下载特斯拉新款自动驾驶出事故,车主全程双手离方向盘 - Pchome电脑之家

A Tesla vehicle with the new autopilot system was involved in an accident. The driver kept both hands off the steering wheel throughout the incident. The news was reported by Pchome.

Company involved
Tesla

1 source article · read the reporting →

WF-T5U1K11 Oct 2025

NHTSA investigates Tesla's 'Mad Max' driving mode

Tesla introduced a 'Mad Max' mode for its Full Self-Driving system that speeds and weaves through traffic. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is seeking information from the company after multiple reports of Teslas running stop signs and crossing into oncoming traffic. A lawyer who won a wrongful death lawsuit against Tesla alleges the company deliberately programmes cars to exceed speed limits and drive aggressively. The investigation is ongoing.

Company involved
Tesla
AI system involved
Full Self-Driving (FSD) 'Mad Max' mode

5 source articles · read the reporting →

WF-KHOONZ28 Aug 2021

Tesla on Autopilot hits Florida Highway Patrol cruiser in Orlando

A Tesla using its partially automated Autopilot system struck a Florida Highway Patrol cruiser on an interstate near Orlando on August 28, 2021. The trooper had activated emergency lights and was assisting a disabled vehicle. The Tesla driver and the driver of the disabled vehicle suffered minor injuries; the trooper was unhurt. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration had previously opened an investigation into Tesla's Autopilot after similar collisions with emergency vehicles.

Company involved
Tesla
AI system involved
Autopilot

10 source articles · read the reporting →

WF-PM2UAK1 Apr 2018

Tesla Autopilot fatally strikes motorcyclist in Japan, lawsuit alleges

In April 2018, a Tesla Model X in Autopilot mode struck a group of parked motorcyclists in Kanagawa, Japan, killing one. The driver had dozed off, and the lawsuit alleges that multiple Autopilot sensors failed, causing the car to accelerate into the group. The victim's family is suing Tesla in California, claiming the system was defective and that Tesla ignored safety recommendations.

Company involved
Tesla
AI system involved
Autopilot

4 source articles · read the reporting →

WF-R3ZXWT27 Oct 2025

Waymo autonomous vehicle allegedly kills beloved San Francisco bodega cat KitKat

A Waymo autonomous vehicle allegedly struck and killed KitKat, a 9-year-old cat that was a beloved mascot of Randa's Market in San Francisco's Mission District, on the night of October 27, 2025. Witnesses reported that the vehicle swerved and did not stop after hitting the cat, which later died at a veterinary hospital. The incident has sparked mourning among neighbors and calls for accountability, with a 311 complaint filed alleging the car 'did not even try to stop.' Waymo did not respond to requests for comment.

Company involved
Waymo
AI system involved
Waymo

7 source articles · read the reporting →

Tesla Employee Dies in Full Self-Driving Crash in Colorado Mountains

Hans von Ohain, a Tesla recruiter, died when his Model 3 crashed into a tree and caught fire while using Tesla's Full Self-Driving feature on a mountain road in Colorado. His widow, Nora Bass, criticised Tesla for lack of response, saying they were treated like 'guinea pigs'. Investigators noted that Ohain's blood alcohol was over three times the legal limit, but the crash did not show typical signs of drunk driving, suggesting the driver-assistance feature was active. Tesla has not commented on the incident.

Company involved
Tesla
AI system involved
Full Self-Driving

10 source articles · read the reporting →

WF-SN39WR29 Dec 2019

Tesla Vehicle Strikes Parked Firetruck, Killing Passenger

On 29 December 2019, a Tesla crashed into a parked firetruck on Interstate 70 in Indiana, killing 23-year-old passenger Jenna Monet and seriously injuring the driver. Police have not yet confirmed whether Tesla's Autopilot driver-assist system was in use at the time. The incident is the latest in a series of similar crashes involving Tesla vehicles colliding with stationary emergency vehicles.

Company involved
Tesla
AI system involved
Tesla Autopilot

5 source articles · read the reporting →

WF-TJN7PL11 Dec 2021

Paris taxi company G7 suspends Tesla Model 3 after fatal crash

A Paris taxi company, G7, suspended Tesla Model 3 cars from its fleet after an off-duty driver's car was involved in a collision that killed one person and injured 20 others. It was not clear whether Tesla's Autopilot was active. G7 said Tesla's initial inquiry found no malfunction but that the car appeared to accelerate when the driver tried to brake. The company said it would pay affected drivers' lost wages while a police investigation continues.

Company involved
G7
AI system involved
Tesla Model 3

7 source articles · read the reporting →

WF-TM4DFG24 Jul 2022

Tesla on Autopilot kills motorcyclist in Draper, Utah

A motorcyclist died after being struck from behind by a Tesla operating on Autopilot on I-15 in Draper, Utah, early Sunday morning. The Tesla driver reportedly did not see the motorcycle and the vehicle's automated system failed to avoid the collision. The rider was thrown from the bike and sustained fatal injuries at the scene. Police are investigating the incident.

Company involved
Tesla
AI system involved
Autopilot

3 source articles · read the reporting →

WF-UV67FA8 Mar 2022

Worker dies after Tesla on autopilot collides with repair truck in Taoyuan

A Tesla with Autopilot engaged collided with a highway maintenance truck on National Highway 3 near Daxi, Taoyuan. The driver admitted he was not paying attention while Autopilot was active. A worker putting out traffic cones after the crash was struck and killed by a BMW 20 seconds later. Police are investigating the two drivers for public safety offenses.

AI system involved
Autopilot

2 source articles · read the reporting →

WF-X4CA8320 Mar 2018

Cruise self-driving car ticketed for not yielding to pedestrian in San Francisco

A Cruise self-driving car was issued a traffic citation by San Francisco police after it allegedly failed to yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk. The company disputes the violation, claiming its data shows the pedestrian was 10.8 feet away and the car acted correctly. No one was injured. The incident occurred a week after a fatal Uber self-driving car crash in Arizona.

Company involved
Cruise
AI system involved
Cruise self-driving car

10 source articles · read the reporting →

WF-Z5OI7H1 Jan 2018

Uber operator pleads guilty in fatal self-driving crash

In 2018, an Uber self-driving car struck and killed Elaine Herzberg as she crossed a road in Tempe, Arizona. The vehicle's operator, Rafaela Vasquez, was charged with negligent homicide but pleaded guilty to endangerment in July 2023 and received probation. The National Transportation Safety Board found that Uber's inadequate safety culture and the operator's distraction contributed to the crash. Vasquez alleged she was monitoring Uber's Slack, not watching a show, but accepted responsibility.

Company involved
Uber

10 source articles · read the reporting →

WF-EG8DP429 May 2022

Cruise self-driving cars cause 92 911 calls in San Francisco

Between May and December 2022, Cruise autonomous vehicles in San Francisco caused 92 incidents that prompted 911 calls, including blocking lanes, interfering with firefighting, and erratic driving. The incidents occurred during late-night hours and raised concerns about safety and traffic disruption. Local transit officials opposed Cruise's request to expand service 24/7, citing the vehicle's poor performance. Cruise defended its safety record, stating it had no life-threatening injuries or fatalities.

Company involved
Cruise
AI system involved
Cruise AV

9 source articles · read the reporting →

WF-39VK3D3 Sep 2026

Tesla Autopilot crash kills driver after vehicle halts on highway

A Tesla operating on Autopilot or Full Self-Driving software halted on a busy highway, leading to a rear-end collision with an F-350 truck that killed the driver. The crash report confirmed the automated driving system was engaged during the lethal collision. The incident is under investigation.

Company involved
Tesla
AI system involved
Autopilot

10 source articles · read the reporting →

WF-PBQII417 Feb 2023

Tesla Model 3 accident in Ruian, China kills one, injures one

A Tesla Model 3 crashed in Ruian, Zhejiang Province on February 17, 2023, killing one person and injuring another. The car was reportedly running at high speed before colliding with other vehicles. Some netizens speculated that the brakes failed. Tesla expressed sadness and said it would cooperate with the investigation, which is ongoing.

Company involved
Tesla
AI system involved
Model 3

6 source articles · read the reporting →

WF-5DQ0X811 May 2018

Tesla Model S crashes into firetruck with Autopilot engaged, driver injured

A Tesla Model S driver in South Jordan, Utah, crashed into a parked firetruck while the car's Autopilot system was engaged, according to police. The driver, a 28-year-old woman, admitted she was looking at her phone before the collision. Tesla stated it had not yet received data from the car and could not confirm whether Autopilot was on. The driver suffered a broken ankle and was taken to hospital.

Company involved
Tesla
AI system involved
Autopilot

10 source articles · read the reporting →

WF-VFXGRY23 Mar 2023

Cruise recalls 300 robotaxis after crashing into San Francisco bus

On March 23, 2023, a Cruise self-driving robotaxi rear-ended an articulated San Francisco Municipal Transit Authority bus in San Francisco. The low-speed crash caused minor damage to the robotaxi's front fender and no injuries. Cruise filed a voluntary recall with NHTSA and issued a software update, stating that the software inaccurately predicted the movement of articulated vehicles.

Company involved
Cruise
AI system involved
Cruise self-driving robotaxi

10 source articles · read the reporting →

WF-E7IRBT1 Jul 2022

Tesla Autopilot suspected in two fatal motorcycle crashes

In July 2022, two motorcyclists were killed in separate crashes involving Teslas suspected of using Autopilot. Both crashes occurred at night and involved cruiser motorcycles with low-set taillights. A theory suggests that Tesla's camera-only system, Tesla Vision, may have misidentified the close-together taillights as distant car headlights, leading to the collisions. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating both incidents.

Company involved
Tesla
AI system involved
Autopilot

4 source articles · read the reporting →

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