ADS crash report in Austin, TX involving a TESLA Model Y (NHTSA SGO 13781-15017)
[COLLISION]Apr 1, 2026 · Tesla · Tesla Robotaxi (Model Y ADS) · Orlando, Florida, USA
Failure Mode
COLLISION
Event Date
Apr 1, 2026
Primary Entity
Tesla
Robotic Platform
Tesla Robotaxi (Model Y ADS)
Jurisdiction / Location
Orlando, Florida, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
The Tesla ADS was stopped in traffic in the left turn only lane with a solid red left arrow light. A pickup truck approached the rear of the stopped ADS. The pickup truck came to a stop behind the ADS. Moments later, the pickup truck proceeded forward and rear ended the ADS. The ADS had a safety monitor present in the vehicle with no passengers.
System & Fleet Architecture
Operating Manufacturer
Hardware Platform
Operational Sectors
Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings
- Inspect Filing
https://www.nhtsa.gov/laws-regulations/standing-general-order-crash-reporting#report-13781-15017
https://www.nhtsa.gov/laws-regulations/standing-general-order-crash-reporting#report-13781-15017
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Details
Incident Context & FAQ
What happened in ADS crash report in Austin, TX involving a TESLA Model Y (NHTSA SGO 13781-15017)?
The Tesla ADS was stopped in traffic in the left turn only lane with a solid red left arrow light. A pickup truck approached the rear of the stopped ADS. The pickup truck came to a stop behind the ADS. Moments later, the pickup truck proceeded forward and rear ended the ADS. The ADS had a safety monitor present in the vehicle with no passengers.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on April 1, 2026 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
What robot was involved in ADS crash report in Austin, TX involving a TESLA Model Y (NHTSA SGO 13781-15017)?
Tesla Robotaxi (Model Y ADS) by Tesla is the recorded robot involved in this incident at Orlando, Florida, USA.
Has anyone responded to ADS crash report in Austin, TX involving a TESLA Model Y (NHTSA SGO 13781-15017)?
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 ADS crash report in Austin, TX involving a TESLA Model Y (NHTSA SGO 13781-15017)?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.