Zoox recalled 332 robotaxis over unnecessary lane-crossings near intersections
[RECALL]Dec 23, 2025 · Zoox · Zoox Robotaxi · Miami
Failure Mode
RECALL
Event Date
Dec 23, 2025
Primary Entity
Zoox
Robotic Platform
Zoox Robotaxi
Jurisdiction / Location
Miami
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
In December 2025, Zoox issued a software recall covering 332 robotaxis after identifying 62 cases (between August 26 and December 5, 2025) where vehicles crossed lane markings unnecessarily near intersections; some partial, some fully into opposing lanes. The issue was first detected in late August after a robotaxi made a wide right turn and paused partially in the opposing lane in front of oncoming traffic.
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Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings
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https://interestingengineering.com/transportation/amazon-robotaxis-software-recall
https://interestingengineering.com/transportation/amazon-robotaxis-software-recall
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https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/23/zoox-issues-software-recall-over-lane-crossings/
https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/23/zoox-issues-software-recall-over-lane-crossings/
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https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/amazons-zoox-recalls-332-vehicles-over-ads-software-error
https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/amazons-zoox-recalls-332-vehicles-over-ads-software-error
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https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2025/RCLRPT-25E090-1680.pdf
https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2025/RCLRPT-25E090-1680.pdf
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https://www.eweek.com/news/zoox-robotaxi-recall/
https://www.eweek.com/news/zoox-robotaxi-recall/
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Incident Context & FAQ
What happened in Zoox recalled 332 robotaxis over unnecessary lane-crossings near intersections?
In December 2025, Zoox issued a software recall covering 332 robotaxis after identifying 62 cases (between August 26 and December 5, 2025) where vehicles crossed lane markings unnecessarily near intersections; some partial, some fully into opposing lanes. The issue was first detected in late August after a robotaxi made a wide right turn and paused partially in the opposing lane in front of oncoming traffic. No collisions were associated with the issue, but Zoox told NHTSA it could increase crash risk. This was Zoox's third software recall in 2025 (after the March braking and May Las Vegas recalls), totaling nearly 900 vehicles across the three.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on December 23, 2025 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
What robot was involved in Zoox recalled 332 robotaxis over unnecessary lane-crossings near intersections?
Zoox Robotaxi by Zoox is the recorded robot involved in this incident at Miami.
Has anyone responded to Zoox recalled 332 robotaxis over unnecessary lane-crossings near intersections?
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 Zoox recalled 332 robotaxis over unnecessary lane-crossings near intersections?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.