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Waymo 5TH Generation ADS recall: Software May Allow Vehicle to Enter and Drive In Freeway Construction Zones

Recall number
26E035000
Date
Manufacturer
Waymo LLC
Category
Vehicles › Electrical System
Recall type
Equipment
Units affected
3871
Hazard tags
Crash risk

Read the official NHTSA notice ↗

Product

Electrical System

Affected vehicles

MakeModelModel years
Waymo5TH Generation ADS—

Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.

Why was it recalled?

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.

Consequence

Driving through a closed construction zone increases the risk of a crash.

What should you do?

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.

Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 26E035000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.