NHTSA recall 26E035000
Software May Allow Vehicle to Enter and Drive In Freeway Construction Zones
Waymo LLCReported June 13, 2026Software
- Vehicles affected
- 3,871
- Completion rate
- 0%
- Remedy
- Dealer visit
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
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.
Issue
Driving through a closed construction zone increases the risk of a crash.
Consequence Summary
Driving through a closed construction zone increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
Related Recalls
Internal ID: 26E035000 · Updated October 2, 2026
