WAYMO — recall

Automotive · United States · 2025-05-12

Waymo 5th Gen Automated Driving Systems, software defect may cause issues

Country	United States
Category	Automotive
Published	2025-05-12
Manufacturer	Waymo LLC
Models affected	5TH GENERATION ADS
Units affected	1212
Defect	Waymo LLC (Waymo) is recalling certain 5th Generation Automated Driving Systems (ADS) with software versions released prior to the November 7, 2024 software release. The software may cause the vehicles to collide with certain roadway barriers, such as chains and gates._x000D_ A vehicle that crashes into chains, gates, or other gate-like roadway barriers increases the risk of injury.
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Remedy	Waymo has updated the ADS software, free of charge. All affected vehicles were repaired by December 26, 2024.
Recall number	25E034000
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	FMVSS (NHTSA) · Full guide →

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