Waymo 5TH Generation Ads: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 26E035000 · 3,871 units potentially affected · filed Jun 12, 2026
What's wrong
Waymo LLC (Waymo) is recalling certain 5th Generation Automated Driving Systems (ADS). The software may allow the vehicle to enter a closed freeway construction zone and continue driving at speed.
Why it matters
Driving through a closed construction zone increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Beginning June 16, 2026 Waymo updated the ADS software to detect when the vehicle is in and to avoid entering construction zones, free of charge. Waymo resumed vehicle operations on freeway June 25, 2026.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26E035000
- Manufacturer no.
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- Manufacturer
- Waymo Llc
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE
- Units affected
- 3,871
- Report received
- Jun 12, 2026
- Owner letters
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- Type
- Equipment
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