Defect summary
Waymo LLC (Waymo) is recalling certain 5th Generation Automated Driving Systems (ADS) with software versions released prior to May 29, 2024 and map software released prior to June 4, 2024. The ADS systems could fail to avoid a pole or similar object.
Consequence
The inability to avoid a pole or similar object increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Waymo has updated the ADS software, free of charge. All affected vehicles were repaired by June 6, 2024.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 24E049000. Text as published by NHTSA.