Overview

• Regulators are examining reports that the Level-2 driver-assist software steered vehicles into oncoming lanes or through red signals.
• NHTSA is reviewing 58 incidents linked to Autopilot/FSD use, with 23 people injured and no deaths reported.
• Six crashes involved Teslas entering intersections against a red light, with several occurring at the same Maryland intersection, according to reports to the agency.
• The investigation includes assessing how well the system recognizes traffic signs and lane guidance under real-world conditions.
• The inquiry follows years of scrutiny and an August Florida ruling that found Tesla invited misuse, heightening regulatory and legal exposure.