Recall 25E084000: Electrical System, Adas, Autonomous/self Driving, Software

NHTSA recall 25E084000 · announced December 8, 2025 · Waymo · 3,067 units affected

The problem

Waymo LLC (Waymo) is recalling certain 5th Generation Automated Driving Systems (ADS) operating a software version prior to the November 5, 2025 release. The software may cause the vehicle to pass a stopped school bus even when the red lights are flashing and/or stop arm is extended.

The risk

Passing a stopped school bus increases risk of crash with a pedestrian.

What to do

Waymo has updated the ADS software, free of charge. All affected vehicles were repaired by November 17, 2025.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.