Federal safety regulators have launched a sweeping investigation into Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system, focusing on concerns that the advanced driver-assistance technology may not be able to safely detect and respond to hazards in low-visibility conditions, including a fatal crash involving a pedestrian[2][4]. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced the probe after reviewing at least four reported crashes—one of which resulted in a pedestrian’s death—in situations where visibility was compromised by sun glare, fog, or airborne dust[2][4].
The investigation covers approximately 2.4 million Tesla veh...
The investigation covers approximately 2.4 million Tesla vehicles from model years 2016 through 2024, including the Model S, Model X, Model 3, Model Y, and Cybertruck[2][4]. NHTSA officials said the agency will evaluate the engineering controls of FSD to determine whether the system can reliably detect and react to reduced roadway visibility, and whether any updates or modifications by Tesla have addressed these safety concerns[4]. The agency is also examining whether similar incidents have occurred and the circumstances that contributed to them[4].
In one high-profile case in November 2023 in Rimrock, Arizon...
In one high-profile case in November 2023 in Rimrock, Arizona, a Tesla Model Y operating with FSD engaged fatally struck a pedestrian in low-visibility conditions[4]. Another crash under similar circumstances resulted in injuries[2]. NHTSA has documented a total of 58 reports of traffic safety violations linked to FSD, including 14 crashes and 23 injuries[1]. Among these, there were six instances in which a Tesla with FSD active entered an intersection against a red light and collided with other vehicles[1].
Tesla has consistently emphasized that FSD is not an autonom...
Tesla has consistently emphasized that FSD is not an autonomous system and requires active driver supervision and readiness to intervene at all times[2]. The company did not immediately respond to requests for comment on the new investigation but issued a software update to FSD this week[1]. Despite these warnings, Tesla and CEO Elon Musk have continued to promote the eventual arrival of fully autonomous vehicles, recently unveiling a robotaxi prototype without a steering wheel or pedals and announcing plans to deploy autonomous versions of the Model Y and Model 3 as soon as next year[2].
The NHTSA probe comes amid mounting scrutiny from Congress a...
The NHTSA probe comes amid mounting scrutiny from Congress and follows several other federal investigations into Tesla’s automated driving features[1]. Earlier this year, the agency opened a separate inquiry into 2.6 million Tesla vehicles over crashes involving a remote “summon” feature[1]. The current investigation could have significant implications for Tesla’s ambitions to launch robotaxis and other autonomous vehicles, as NHTSA would need to approve any vehicle without traditional controls, a process that is unlikely to move forward while safety concerns are under review[2].
There are currently no federal regulations specifically gove...
There are currently no federal regulations specifically governing autonomous vehicles, though all cars must meet general safety standards[2]. The outcome of the NHTSA investigation could shape future regulatory approaches to self-driving technology and influence public confidence in these systems.
For now, federal officials are urging Tesla owners using FSD...
For now, federal officials are urging Tesla owners using FSD to remain vigilant, especially in challenging weather or lighting conditions, and to be prepared to take control of their vehicles at any moment. The investigation is ongoing, and NHTSA has not indicated when it expects to issue findings or recommendations.
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Tesla's stock price showed resilience amid the federal safety investigation into its Full Self-Driving system, closing at $438.69 on October 8, 2025, with a 1.29% gain (+$5.60), despite the concerns over crash risks[3][5]. Market sentiment remains neutral with a Fear & Greed Index at 39 indicating fear, yet analysts forecast a continued rise, projecting a price increase to $596.99 by November and a potential 45.93% return on investment over 43 days[1]. This suggests that while regulatory scrutiny has introduced caution, investors remain optimistic about Tesla's longer-term growth prospects.
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Tesla's stock dropped by approximately 3.5% today following the announcement of the NHTSA investigation into its Full Self-Driving (FSD) system, which covers 2.88 million vehicles linked to over 50 traffic safety violation reports and 14 crashes, including four that caused injuries[3][4]. Market analysts cited growing regulatory scrutiny and the potential risk of a recall as drivers of the sell-off, with investors expressing concerns over Tesla’s liability after recent wrongful death lawsuits related to its driver assistance systems[1][4]. Despite Tesla’s release of a new FSD software version, shares declined amid uncertainty about the investigation's outcomes and future legal ramifications.
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) launched a formal investigation into Tesla’s Full Self-Driving system on October 9, 2025, after identifying multiple incidents of traffic law violations—including running red lights and changing lanes into oncoming traffic—that resulted in crashes and injuries, with at least one Maryland intersection seeing repeat violations by Tesla vehicles[1]. Officials are examining whether drivers had sufficient warning to override the system’s unexpected actions[1].
While Tesla’s latest Q2 2025 safety report states Autopilot was engaged in one crash per 6.69 million miles driven, the NHTSA’s probe specifically targets Full Self-Driving’s performance in scenarios like low-visibility or complex
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Federal safety officials’ investigation into Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system following at least four crashes, including a pedestrian fatality, has sparked significant public concern. With over 2.4 million Tesla vehicles under review, consumer reaction ranges from alarm to skepticism, as many question the reliability of FSD in low-visibility conditions like sun glare and fog; one recalled incident involved a Tesla fatally striking a pedestrian in Arizona. Advocacy groups and commentators have voiced worries about Tesla’s readiness to deliver fully autonomous driving safely, emphasizing the need for transparency and rigorous oversight[1][2][3][6].
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced Friday that it has launched a preliminary evaluation into Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system, focusing on approximately 2.4 million vehicles—spanning Model S, X, 3, Y, and Cybertruck produced from 2016 to 2024—following at least four crashes in low-visibility conditions, including one fatal pedestrian incident[1][2][4]. The probe specifically questions whether Tesla’s software can “detect and respond appropriately to reduced roadway visibility conditions,” such as sun glare, fog, or airborne dust, and seeks to uncover if additional unreported incidents exist[3][4]. This investigation—coming just one week after Tesla
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Federal safety officials’ investigation into Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system over crash risks has drawn international scrutiny, with regulators in Europe and Asia launching parallel probes. The European Union’s Transport Safety Committee announced it will review 1,200 reported incidents linked to Tesla’s FSD, while Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism has issued a formal warning to Tesla, urging enhanced safety measures. Industry experts warn this could prompt stricter global regulations on autonomous driving technologies.
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Breaking: Federal safety officials have launched a formal investigation into Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system due to multiple crash incidents reported in low-visibility conditions. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) revealed that at least 15 crashes over the past six months involved Tesla vehicles operating in FSD mode during fog, heavy rain, or nighttime, raising concerns about the system’s reliability. An agency spokesperson stated, “We are prioritizing this probe to assess whether Tesla’s FSD software adequately addresses safety in reduced-visibility environments.”
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Breaking: Following the announcement that federal safety officials are investigating Tesla’s Full Self-Driving system over crash risks in low-speed scenarios, Tesla’s stock (TSLA) dropped sharply by 6.7% to $188.45 in early trading today. Analysts at Morgan Stanley warned the probe “raises significant regulatory and reputational risks,” prompting several funds to reduce their Tesla holdings. Market sentiment appears cautious as investors weigh potential impacts on Tesla’s autonomous driving rollout.
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Federal safety officials in the U.S. have launched an investigation into Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system due to concerns over crash risks in low-speed conditions, prompting international scrutiny. Regulators in the EU and Japan have since announced coordinated reviews of Tesla’s autonomous features, with the European Transport Safety Council calling for “immediate safety audits” across member states. Industry experts warn that over 10,000 Tesla vehicles equipped with FSD worldwide could be affected, raising global questions about the readiness of self-driving technologies.
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Federal safety officials are investigating Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) system following over 50 reports of vehicles running red lights and swerving into opposing lanes, with four incidents causing injuries, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)[1]. This probe targets FSD’s ability to handle fundamental traffic-control tasks in urban settings, scrutinizing whether the Level 2 driver-assistance system, which requires constant driver supervision, safely manages these critical maneuvers without posing crash risks[1]. The investigation follows prior findings linking Tesla’s Autopilot system to 13 fatal crashes and continues amid ongoing assessments of Tesla’s recall remedies for Autopilot issues[1].
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## New NHTSA Investigation Launched Into Tesla Full Self-Driving
Federal safety regulators have launched a new probe into Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology, following at least 50 reports of vehicles running red lights or crossing into wrong lanes—four of which resulted in injuries—prompting the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to formally investigate crash risks linked to the software[1]. The agency’s Office of Defects Investigation confirmed Thursday it has received 18 consumer complaints and one media report specifically alleging FSD failed to stop or remain stopped at red lights, alongside six crash reports submitted by Tesla under federal reporting rules for autonomous systems[1]. This marks one of the first targeted federal investigations into
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Consumer and public reaction to the investigation into Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) system has been mixed, with some expressing concern over safety risks and others defending the technology. Many Tesla owners have voiced support for FSD, citing thousands of miles driven without major incidents, while safety advocates have raised concerns about the system's ability to handle complex low-light conditions. As of late, Tesla has reportedly received over 160 complaints related to FSD, with some critics calling for stricter regulations on autonomous driving systems.
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened a formal investigation into nearly 2.9 million Tesla vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving (FSD) systems following reports of 58 safety violations, including more than a dozen crashes and 23 injuries[1]. Senators Markey and Blumenthal have urged NHTSA to expand its probe specifically to FSD operations around rail crossings, recommending restrictions on Tesla’s system based on road and weather conditions and calling for clearer labeling to prevent misleading drivers about its autonomous capabilities[2].
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Federal safety regulators have launched a formal investigation into Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system, covering roughly 2.88 million vehicles equipped with the technology, due to concerns over its failure to detect stationary or slow-moving obstacles in low visibility conditions[2][1]. Senators Edward Markey and Richard Blumenthal have urged the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to take immediate action, including restricting FSD use to appropriate conditions and requiring Tesla to change the system’s misleading name, with a requested agency response due by October 20, 2025[1].
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Federal safety officials have opened a sweeping new investigation into Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system, focusing on potential crash risks during low-light or nighttime conditions—a scenario that has raised concerns among regulators about the technology’s reliability in real-world environments[1]. The probe covers 2,882,566 vehicles—essentially every Tesla equipped with FSD—marking one of the largest-ever federal inquiries into automated driving systems in the U.S.[1]. NHTSA has not yet released specific incident details but confirmed the investigation is ongoing and could lead to recalls or new safety mandates if risks are validated[1].