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Software May Allow Vehicle to Enter and Drive In Freeway Construction Zones

Date: 2026-06-15
Brand: Waymo LLC
Category: Consumer Product
Units Affected: 3,871
Vehicle: Waymo LLC

Description

Waymo LLC (Waymo) is recalling certain 5th Generation Automated Driving Systems (ADS). The software may allow the vehicle to enter a closed freeway construction zone and continue driving at speed.

Hazard

Driving through a closed construction zone increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The remedy is currently under development. In the interim, Waymo modified the scope of vehicle operations to restrict freeway driving. Waymo will update the ADS software to detect when the vehicle is in and to avoid entering construction zones, free of charge.

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