Cruise recalls 300 ADS units (NHTSA 23E-029) over articulated-vehicle misprediction
[RECALL]Apr 3, 2023 · Cruise · Cruise AV (Chevrolet Bolt) · Austin
Failure Mode
RECALL
Event Date
Apr 3, 2023
Primary Entity
Cruise
Robotic Platform
Cruise AV (Chevrolet Bolt)
Jurisdiction / Location
Austin
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
NHTSA recall campaign 23E-029 (Cruise LLC, received 2023-04-03). Cruise recalled Automated Driving Systems that could inaccurately predict the movement of articulated vehicles such as buses and tractor-trailers, increasing crash risk. The recall followed a March 2023 incident in which a Cruise AV collided with the rear of an articulated San Francisco Muni bus.
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Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings
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https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23E029
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23E029
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Incident Context & FAQ
What happened in Cruise recalls 300 ADS units (NHTSA 23E-029) over articulated-vehicle misprediction?
NHTSA recall campaign 23E-029 (Cruise LLC, received 2023-04-03). Cruise recalled Automated Driving Systems that could inaccurately predict the movement of articulated vehicles such as buses and tractor-trailers, increasing crash risk. The recall followed a March 2023 incident in which a Cruise AV collided with the rear of an articulated San Francisco Muni bus. Cruise updated the ADS software at no cost; all affected vehicles repaired by March 25, 2023. Potential units affected: 300.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on April 3, 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 recalls 300 ADS units (NHTSA 23E-029) over articulated-vehicle misprediction?
Cruise AV (Chevrolet Bolt) by Cruise is the recorded robot involved in this incident at Austin.
Has anyone responded to Cruise recalls 300 ADS units (NHTSA 23E-029) over articulated-vehicle misprediction?
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What is the current status of Cruise recalls 300 ADS units (NHTSA 23E-029) over articulated-vehicle misprediction?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.