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US opens probe into 2.6 million Tesla vehicles over remote driving feature


Published on 2025-01-07 14:01:36 - Reuters
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  • The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Tuesday it has opened a probe into 2.6 million Tesla vehicles in the United States over reports of crashes involving a feature that allows users to move their cars remotely.

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has initiated an investigation into approximately 260,000 Tesla vehicles due to concerns over the functionality of the Autopilot system. This probe was prompted by incidents where Tesla vehicles, operating under Autopilot, crashed into stationary emergency vehicles. The investigation will assess the system's ability to ensure driver attentiveness and its overall safety performance. This follows a previous recall of over 2 million Tesla vehicles to enhance driver monitoring features. The NHTSA's scrutiny focuses on whether Tesla's current updates adequately address the risks associated with Autopilot, particularly in scenarios involving stationary vehicles.

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