Tesla's Full Self-Driving software under investigation by NHTSA
The NHTSA is investigating Tesla's Full Self-Driving software after crashes in low visibility, including a fatality. Tesla also faces legal challenges over driver-assistance claims and scrutiny of its Autopilot system.
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has initiated an investigation into Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) software following four reported crashes in low-visibility conditions, including one fatal incident involving a pedestrian. The investigation aims to determine whether the FSD system can effectively detect and respond to reduced visibility scenarios such as sun glare, fog, or airborne dust. This scrutiny comes shortly after Tesla CEO Elon Musk unveiled a prototype of the CyberCab, a two-seater robotaxi, and made claims about the future capabilities of Tesla's Model 3 and Model Y vehicles to operate without supervision in California and Texas by 2025. The NHTSA had previously closed a three-year investigation into Tesla's Autopilot system, which was linked to nearly 500 crashes, including 13 fatalities, but has since opened a new inquiry regarding a recall fix for Autopilot. Additionally, Tesla faces legal challenges from the Department of Justice over its driver-assistance claims and accusations from the California DMV regarding the inflation of its software capabilities.
- NHTSA is investigating Tesla's Full Self-Driving software due to crashes in low-visibility conditions.
- The investigation follows a fatal incident involving a pedestrian.
- Elon Musk recently showcased a prototype robotaxi and discussed future vehicle capabilities.
- Previous investigations into Tesla's Autopilot system have raised safety concerns.
- Tesla is facing legal scrutiny over its claims about driver-assistance features.
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