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CNN uncovers reported close calls with Waymo robotaxis - 'I had to push my son out of the way'

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Jun 3, 2026 · Waymo · Waymo Driver (6th gen) · Sacramento, California, USA

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Failure Mode

OTHER

Event Date

Jun 3, 2026

Primary Entity

Waymo

Robotic Platform

Waymo Driver (6th gen)

Jurisdiction / Location

Sacramento, California, USA

Audit Standard

Physical State Verified

Incident Abstract & Audit Findings

CNN investigation uncovered reported close calls with Waymo robotaxis including near-misses with pedestrians. One person reported having to push their son out of the way.

System & Fleet Architecture

Operating Manufacturer

WaymoView Manufacturer

Hardware Platform

Waymo Driver (6th gen)

Operational Sectors

Robotaxis

Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings

  • https://www.cnn.com/2026/06/03/cars/waymo-robotaxi-close-calls/

    https://www.cnn.com/2026/06/03/cars/waymo-robotaxi-close-calls/

Related Incidents & Failure Precedents

6 records on file

Incident Context & FAQ

What happened in CNN uncovers reported close calls with Waymo robotaxis - 'I had to push my son out of the way'?

CNN investigation uncovered reported close calls with Waymo robotaxis including near-misses with pedestrians. One person reported having to push their son out of the way.

When did this incident occur?

The incident is recorded as occurring on June 3, 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 CNN uncovers reported close calls with Waymo robotaxis - 'I had to push my son out of the way'?

Waymo Driver (6th gen) by Waymo is the recorded robot involved in this incident at Sacramento, California, USA.

Has anyone responded to CNN uncovers reported close calls with Waymo robotaxis - 'I had to push my son out of the way'?

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 CNN uncovers reported close calls with Waymo robotaxis - 'I had to push my son out of the way'?

This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.