NHTSA fines Cruise $1.5M for failing to fully report the Oct 2023 pedestrian-dragging crash
[REGULATORY ACTION]Sep 30, 2024 · Cruise · Cruise AV (Chevrolet Bolt) · Austin
Failure Mode
REGULATORY ACTION
Event Date
Sep 30, 2024
Primary Entity
Cruise
Robotic Platform
Cruise AV (Chevrolet Bolt)
Jurisdiction / Location
Austin
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
NHTSA consent order (Sep 30 2024): two Standing General Order reports omitted post-crash dragging details; $1.5M civil penalty + corrective action plan + enhanced reporting (2-yr base term). A distinct downstream regulatory action tied to the already-recorded Oct 2 2023 dragging incident.
System & Fleet Architecture
Operating Manufacturer
Hardware Platform
Operational Sectors
Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings
- Inspect Filing
https://www.nhtsa.gov/press-releases/consent-order-cruise-crash-reporting
https://www.nhtsa.gov/press-releases/consent-order-cruise-crash-reporting
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Incident Context & FAQ
What happened in NHTSA fines Cruise $1.5M for failing to fully report the Oct 2023 pedestrian-dragging crash?
NHTSA consent order (Sep 30 2024): two Standing General Order reports omitted post-crash dragging details; $1.5M civil penalty + corrective action plan + enhanced reporting (2-yr base term). A distinct downstream regulatory action tied to the already-recorded Oct 2 2023 dragging incident.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on September 30, 2024 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
What robot was involved in NHTSA fines Cruise $1.5M for failing to fully report the Oct 2023 pedestrian-dragging crash?
Cruise AV (Chevrolet Bolt) by Cruise is the recorded robot involved in this incident at Austin.
Has anyone responded to NHTSA fines Cruise $1.5M for failing to fully report the Oct 2023 pedestrian-dragging crash?
No responses to this incident are recorded on the DEPLOY registry. Operators, manufacturers, or affected parties can submit responses to the editorial team; absence is not a guarantee no response was issued.
What is the current status of NHTSA fines Cruise $1.5M for failing to fully report the Oct 2023 pedestrian-dragging crash?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.