NHTSA opens investigation PE22-019 into TuSimple ADS safety (Aug 2022)
[REGULATORY ACTION]Aug 5, 2022 · TuSimple · TuSimple Autonomous Truck · United States
Failure Mode
REGULATORY ACTION
Event Date
Aug 5, 2022
Primary Entity
TuSimple
Robotic Platform
TuSimple Autonomous Truck
Jurisdiction / Location
United States
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
On August 5, 2022, NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation opened Preliminary Evaluation PE22-019 into TuSimple's automated driving system. The investigation examined the April 6, 2022 I-10 steering-failure incident, TuSimple's ADS disengagement logging practices, and safety case methodology. TuSimple was required to provide technical documentation.
System & Fleet Architecture
Operating Manufacturer
Hardware Platform
Operational Sectors
Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings
- Inspect Filing
https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/automated-vehicles/automated-driving-systems
https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/automated-vehicles/automated-driving-systems
- Inspect Filing
https://www.reuters.com/technology/nhtsa-opens-investigation-into-tusimple-self-driving-truck-crash-2022-08-05/
https://www.reuters.com/technology/nhtsa-opens-investigation-into-tusimple-self-driving-truck-crash-2022-08-05/
Related Incidents & Failure Precedents
6 records on file- NHTSA opens probe into 1.2 million Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles over front suspension failures[REGULATORY ACTION]
Jul 31, 2026 · Tesla · Tesla Robotaxi (Model Y ADS) · Orlando, Florida, USA
Details - NHTSA grants Zoox temporary exemption to commercially deploy up to 2,500 robotaxis annually[REGULATORY ACTION]
Jul 30, 2026 · Zoox · Zoox Robotaxi · Miami
Details - Zoox clears final federal hurdle, receives NHTSA exemption to launch paid robotaxi service[REGULATORY ACTION]
Jul 30, 2026 · Zoox · Zoox Robotaxi · Miami
Details - NHTSA grants Zoox first-ever commercial FMVSS exemption for purpose-built robotaxi[REGULATORY ACTION]
Jul 30, 2026 · Zoox · Zoox Robotaxi · Miami
Details - NHTSA launches $5M SAE ITC partnership to develop first-ever AV performance standards and updates AV technical guidance[REGULATORY ACTION]
Jul 30, 2026 · Zoox · Zoox Robotaxi · Miami
Details - NHTSA grants Zoox temporary commercial deployment exemption for up to 2,500 robotaxis annually for two years[REGULATORY ACTION]
Jul 30, 2026 · Zoox · Zoox Robotaxi · Miami
Details
Incident Context & FAQ
What happened in NHTSA opens investigation PE22-019 into TuSimple ADS safety (Aug 2022)?
On August 5, 2022, NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation opened Preliminary Evaluation PE22-019 into TuSimple's automated driving system. The investigation examined the April 6, 2022 I-10 steering-failure incident, TuSimple's ADS disengagement logging practices, and safety case methodology. TuSimple was required to provide technical documentation. The investigation contributed to subsequent Congressional scrutiny of TuSimple's safety culture and the company's 2022 CFIUS national-security review. TuSimple's US commercial trucking operations were wound down by mid-2023.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on August 5, 2022 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 opens investigation PE22-019 into TuSimple ADS safety (Aug 2022)?
TuSimple Autonomous Truck by TuSimple is the recorded robot involved in this incident at United States.
Has anyone responded to NHTSA opens investigation PE22-019 into TuSimple ADS safety (Aug 2022)?
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 opens investigation PE22-019 into TuSimple ADS safety (Aug 2022)?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.