Tesla Autopilot crash reports are under new scrutiny as U.S. regulators investigate whether the automaker has failed to meet federal safety reporting requirements. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) mandates that all automakers submit crash data involving advanced driver-assist features within strict deadlines. However, reports suggest that Tesla has been filing these cases months late, raising concerns about transparency and compliance.
The NHTSA’s Standing General Order requires automakers to report crashes involving Level 2 driver-assist systems, such as Tesla’s Autopilot and Full Self-Driving, within one to five days. Instead, Tesla allegedly delayed these submissions by several months. The company claims the issue stemmed from data collection problems that have since been resolved, but regulators have launched an audit to ensure compliance with federal safety standards.
Since 2021, Tesla has reported more than 2,300 crashes involving its Autopilot and Full Self-Driving technology. Data shows that Tesla accounted for 40 of 43 fatal crashes reported under the Standing General Order. While the company maintains that drivers must remain attentive when using Autopilot, the high number of reported incidents has amplified questions about the safety and oversight of its semi-autonomous features.
Tesla’s technology is classified as Level 2 automation, requiring constant driver supervision. By contrast, competitors such as Waymo operate Level 4 autonomous systems that do not require human drivers. Regulators are now reevaluating the reporting rules for automated driving systems, sparking debate over how much transparency is necessary to ensure public trust and road safety. The outcome of Tesla’s audit could shape the future of how crash data for semi-autonomous vehicles is managed and disclosed.
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