Tesla Faces Investigation Over Reports Full-Self Driving Runs Red Lights

Core Viewpoint - The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has initiated an investigation into Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) feature due to multiple reports of vehicles running red lights and driving against traffic, affecting approximately 2.8 million vehicles [1][3]. Investigation Details - The investigation focuses on two versions of Tesla's FSD: FSD (Supervised) and FSD (Beta) [2]. - NHTSA has identified 18 complaints and one media report regarding FSD vehicles failing to stop at red lights, with issues including not coming to a complete stop and not displaying correct traffic signals [3]. - There are six reports of crashes linked to FSD driving into intersections, with four resulting in injuries, particularly noted at a specific intersection in Joppa, Maryland [3]. - Additional complaints include FSD driving in the wrong lane or through turn-only lanes, with reports indicating a lack of driver notification during these maneuvers [3]. Background Context - Elon Musk has consistently promoted Tesla's FSD and Autopilot features, predicting that unsupervised use would be available by the end of the year in certain areas [4]. - Tesla has faced ongoing scrutiny and investigations regarding its Autopilot and FSD features, including a class action lawsuit from California drivers alleging misleading information about the features [4].