Waymo 5th Generation ADS (Waymo) – Autonomous Driving Software (2025)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
WAYMO 5TH GENERATION ADS
Brand
WAYMO
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Waymo LLC is recalling certain WAYMO 5TH GENERATION ADS equipment due to electrical system:adas:autonomous/self driving:software issues. A vehicle that crashes into chains, gates, or other gate-like roadway barriers increases the risk of injury..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Waymo LLC (Waymo) is recalling certain 5th Generation Automated Driving Systems (ADS) with software versions released prior to the November 7, 2024 software release. The software may cause the vehicles to collide with certain roadway barriers, such as chains and gates.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A vehicle that crashes into chains, gates, or other gate-like roadway barriers increases the risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Waymo has updated the ADS software, free of charge. All affected vehicles were repaired by December 26, 2024.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026