Feds probe nearly 3M Teslas after crashes linked to self-driving tech

Core Viewpoint - Federal regulators are investigating nearly 3 million Tesla vehicles due to crashes linked to the automaker's self-driving technology, particularly focusing on incidents where Teslas failed to stop at red lights or drove on the wrong side of the road, resulting in injuries [1][3]. Investigation Details - The US National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) is examining 58 specific cases that led to 14 crashes and 23 injuries [3]. - The investigation involves 2,882,566 vehicles equipped with Tesla's "Full Self-Driving" (FSD) feature, which is designed to assist in driving maneuvers while requiring driver attention [3]. - NHTSA's review will assess driver warnings about the system's behavior, response time for drivers, and FSD's ability to detect and respond to traffic signals and lane markings [6][7]. Previous Probes - This investigation follows an ongoing probe into FSD in approximately 2.4 million Teslas, which was previously linked to four crashes, including a fatal incident in 2023 [9]. - NHTSA has also been investigating Tesla's "smart summon" feature since January [10]. Company Response - Tesla has not provided immediate comments regarding the new investigation, but the company emphasizes that both autopilot and FSD require a fully attentive driver ready to take control at any moment [11].