NHTSA
Coverage of NHTSA in the Nexus archive.
- NHTSA Administrator talks autonomous vehicle safety, accountability in Nashville
NHTSA Administrator John Morrison visited Nashville to discuss autonomous vehicle safety and accountability. He highlighted a speeding prevention campaign during his stop in Middle Tennessee.
- Ford recalls over 741,000 vehicles over park system issue: NHTSA
Ford is recalling over 741,000 vehicles due to a park system issue that could cause unintended movement and rolling away, according to federal regulators.
- Recall alert: 96K Hyundais recalled over software error
Hyundai recalled 96,310 vehicles from the 2025 to 2026 model years due to a software error affecting the instrument panel display. The recall includes Tucson, Tucson Hybrid, and Tucson Plug-In Hybrid models, with fixes provided via over-the-air updates or dealers at no cost. Owners can contact Hyundai at 855-371-9460 for details.
- Not pumping the breaks: Waymo recall won't affect Denver rollout timeline
Waymo voluntarily recalled 3,800 autonomous vehicles due to a software issue allowing entry into closed freeway construction zones, but the company confirms this will not delay its Denver rollout timeline. Vehicles in Denver continue operating with human drivers, aiming for fully autonomous rides by late 2026. Commuters express safety concerns, while Waymo highlights its safety data showing 84% fewer crashes involving bicyclists compared to human-driven cars.
- Stellantis recalls over 1M Jeeps due to potential fire hazard: NHTSA
Stellantis is recalling over 1 million Jeeps due to a potential fire hazard, as reported by the NHTSA. The agency advised owners to park vehicles outside and away from structures until repairs are completed.
- Stellantis recalls over 1M Jeeps due to potential fire hazard: NHTSA
Stellantis has recalled over 1 million Jeeps due to a potential fire hazard, as reported by the NHTSA. The agency advises owners to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until repairs are completed.
- Hyundai recalling 421K cars over software bug that causes unexpected braking
Hyundai is recalling 421,000 cars due to a software bug causing unexpected braking in 2025-2026 models. The defect, reported to NHTSA, has resulted in four rear-end collisions and injuries.
- Honda recalls nearly 60,000 vehicles over over potentially dangerous camera issue
Honda has issued a recall affecting nearly 60,000 vehicles across two models due to a potentially dangerous camera issue. The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) has documented the recall, which impacts up to 59,887 cars.
- Tesla Model Y Passes NHTSA's New 'Advanced Driver Assistance System' Tests
The Tesla Model Y has passed the NHTSA's new 'Advanced Driver Assistance System' tests, becoming the first vehicle to do so. The tests were conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. This achievement highlights Tesla's advancements in driver assistance technology.
- NHTSA closes probe into Tesla's remote parking crashes
The NHTSA has closed its investigation into Tesla's remote parking feature after finding no safety violations. The probe examined crashes linked to the feature's automatic parking capability.