
Amazon’s Zoox issued a software recall for 270 of its robotaxis after a crash in Las Vegas last month, the company said Tuesday. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. The recall surrounds a defect with the vehicle’s automated driving system that could cause it to inaccurately predict the movement of another car, increasing “the risk of a crash,” according to a report submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Main Idea: Zoox issued a software recall for 270 robotaxis after a Las Vegas crash exposed a flaw in its automated driving system.
Key Points:
Zoox’s software recall shows robotaxis can still misread traffic and crash, which could slow public trust and delay safer ride options for riders and nearby drivers.
NHTSA oversight and a software fix may reduce crash risk and improve safety as autonomous taxis expand.
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