Zoox, Inc.: ADS Software May Fail to Detect and Respond to Heavy Smoke
Hazard
Failing to respond to low visibility conditions can increase the risk of a crash or impede first responders.
Details
Zoox, Inc. (Zoox) is recalling certain Automated Driving Systems (ADS). The ADS software may fail to detect heavy smoke, allowing the vehicle to enter an area of low visibility, particularly active emergency scenes. Consequence: Failing to respond to low visibility conditions can increase the risk of a crash or impede first responders.
Products affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
What to do
Zoox has updated the ADS software, free of charge. Zoox's number for this recall is 26-01. Confirm on the official NHTSA notice before acting.