Waymo 5TH Generation Ads, Waymo 6TH Generation Ads: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 26E026000 · 3,791 units potentially affected · filed May 1, 2026
What's wrong
Waymo LLC (Waymo) is recalling certain 5th and 6th Generation Automated Driving Systems (ADS). The software may allow the vehicle to slow and then drive into standing water on higher speed roadways.
Why it matters
Entering a flooded roadway can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix
The remedy is currently under development. As an interim remedy, Waymo modified the scope of vehicle operations to increase weather-related constraints and updated the vehicle maps. All affected vehicles received the interim update by April 20, 2026.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26E026000
- Manufacturer no.
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- Manufacturer
- Waymo Llc
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE
- Units affected
- 3,791
- Report received
- May 1, 2026
- Owner letters
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- Type
- Equipment
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.