Waymo Electrical System recall

Recalled December 8, 2025 · NHTSA recall 25E084000 · Waymo

Hazard

Passing a stopped school bus increases risk of crash with a pedestrian.

Remedy

Waymo has updated the ADS software, free of charge. All affected vehicles were repaired by November 17, 2025.

Units

3,067 units

Description

Waymo LLC (Waymo) is recalling certain 5th Generation Automated Driving Systems (ADS) operating a software version prior to the November 5, 2025 release. The software may cause the vehicle to pass a stopped school bus even when the red lights are flashing and/or stop arm is extended.

What to do

Waymo has updated the ADS software, free of charge. All affected vehicles were repaired by November 17, 2025.

Product

Waymo 5TH GENERATION ADS

Manufacturer(s)

Waymo LLC

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →