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236 incidents closest to “Cruise LLC (General Motors subsidiary; robotaxi operations wound down 2025)” · matched on meaning · public reporting
Autonomous vehicles blocked emergency vehicles, delaying response times for first responders.
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An empty Waymo robotaxi blocked and delayed a fire truck responding to an Austin hotel alarm.
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The Tesla driver-assist system ran a stop sign and struck a Honda Civic, killing its driver, Stephen Field.
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The Autopilot system missed a curve, causing a fatal crash for the driver.
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In November 2023, a Tesla Model Y with Full Self-Driving engaged struck and killed 71-year-old Johna Story on Interstate 17 in Arizona. The system failed to brake due to sun glare, according to footage obtained by Bloomberg. The victim's family has sued Tesla and the driver. NHTSA is investigating whether the system poses an unacceptable safety risk.
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قامت سيارات الأجرة ذاتية القيادة من شركة Waymo بإبلاغ الشرطة بشكل استباقي بعد اكتشافها أن أحد الركاب كان يخفي مسدساً.…
A Waymo self-driving taxi in San Francisco detected two teenage passengers carrying an unidentified AR-15 rifle loaded with ammunition. The vehicle automatically stopped and alerted police, leading to the arrest of the two teenagers. Waymo stated that its system can identify violations of its terms of service, including carrying weapons, and will proactively notify police.
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一名特斯拉司機在高速公路上因車輛突然停下而身亡，當時他正在使用FSD/自動駕駛系統 - Moomoo
A 43-year-old Tesla Model 3 driver was killed when his vehicle stopped in a travel lane on Interstate 4 and was rear-ended by a semi-truck. Florida Highway Patrol could not explain why the car stopped, but Tesla’s own filing confirms that the driver-assistance system was engaged and the car was stopped at 0 mph. Tesla has redacted key data, including the software version and event details, in its report to NHTSA.
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Investigação apura falha no piloto automático após acidente fatal com Tesla nos Estados Unidos - dfmobilidade.com.br
A fatal crash involving a Tesla Model 3 occurred at an intersection in Buena Vista Township, New Jersey. Authorities are investigating a possible failure of the Autopilot system and whether it was active at the time, adding to scrutiny of Tesla's driver-assistance technology.
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Automated driving system controlled vehicle braking and acceleration, leading to rear-end collisions with other road users
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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.
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The Tesla Model 3, with Autopilot possibly engaged, struck an overturned semi-truck and a pedestrian, killing the driver and injuring the pedestrian.
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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On April 17, 2021, a 2019 Tesla Model S crashed into a tree and caught fire in Spring, Texas, killing the two occupants. Authorities believe no one was behind the wheel at the time, and witnesses said the men were discussing Autopilot's self-driving capabilities before the drive. Tesla CEO Elon Musk stated that data logs indicate Autopilot was not enabled, but investigations by NHTSA and NTSB are ongoing. The incident highlights the gap between Tesla's marketing of its driver-assistance features and their actual capabilities.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) found that Tesla's Autopilot driver-assistance system was involved in at least 13 fatal crashes. The regulator stated that Tesla's weak driver engagement system and permissive operating capabilities created a critical safety gap, and that the name 'Autopilot' may mislead drivers about its capabilities. Tesla issued a recall for 2.03 million vehicles to improve driver monitoring, but the NHTSA opened a second investigation to assess whether the recall adequately addressed the safety concerns.
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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.
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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.
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