Cruise robotaxi collided with an SF fire truck responding to an emergency; one passenger injured
[COLLISION]Aug 17, 2023 · Cruise · Cruise AV (Chevrolet Bolt) · Miami
Failure Mode
COLLISION
Event Date
Aug 17, 2023
Primary Entity
Cruise
Robotic Platform
Cruise AV (Chevrolet Bolt)
Jurisdiction / Location
Miami
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
On Aug 17 2023 a Cruise robotaxi collided with a fire truck running lights and sirens through a San Francisco intersection; one passenger hospitalized. Prompted emergency-vehicle handling software changes; superseded weeks later by the Oct 2023 CA-DMV permit suspension and the eventual wind-down.
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Hardware Platform
Operational Sectors
Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings
- Inspect Filing
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/08/18/cruise-self-driving-car-in-san-francisco-fire-truck-crash-one-injured.html
https://www.cnbc.com/2023/08/18/cruise-self-driving-car-in-san-francisco-fire-truck-crash-one-injured.html
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Incident Context & FAQ
What happened in Cruise robotaxi collided with an SF fire truck responding to an emergency; one passenger injured?
On Aug 17 2023 a Cruise robotaxi collided with a fire truck running lights and sirens through a San Francisco intersection; one passenger hospitalized. Prompted emergency-vehicle handling software changes; superseded weeks later by the Oct 2023 CA-DMV permit suspension and the eventual wind-down.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on August 17, 2023 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
What robot was involved in Cruise robotaxi collided with an SF fire truck responding to an emergency; one passenger injured?
Cruise AV (Chevrolet Bolt) by Cruise is the recorded robot involved in this incident at Miami.
Has anyone responded to Cruise robotaxi collided with an SF fire truck responding to an emergency; one passenger injured?
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 Cruise robotaxi collided with an SF fire truck responding to an emergency; one passenger injured?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.