WAYMO — recall

Automotive · United States · 2025-12-08

Waymo 5th Gen ADS, software defect in versions prior to Nov 5

Country	United States
Category	Automotive
Published	2025-12-08
Manufacturer	Waymo LLC
Models affected	5TH GENERATION ADS
Units affected	3067
Defect	Waymo LLC (Waymo) is recalling certain 5th Generation Automated Driving Systems (ADS) operating a software version prior to the November 5, 2025 release. The software may cause the vehicle to pass a stopped school bus even when the red lights are flashing and/or stop arm is extended._x000D_ Passing a stopped school bus increases risk of crash with a pedestrian.
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Remedy	Waymo has updated the ADS software, free of charge. All affected vehicles were repaired by November 17, 2025.
Recall number	25E084000
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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