Tesla Cybertruck using FSD crashes into pole
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Occurred: February 2025
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A Tesla Cybertruck with FSD activated failed to merge out of an ending lane in Nevada, USA, hitting a curb and crashing into a pole, raising questions about the reliability of the self-driving system.
What happened
What happened
Tesla owner, Jonathan Challinger, reported that his Cybertruck made no attempt to slow down or turn before hitting the curb and colliding with a pole.
The Cybertruck sustained significant damage, including a severely damaged front end and a removed wheel.
Challinger emerged unharmed from the crash, praising Tesla's passive safety features but warning other FSD users to remain vigilant.
Why it happened
Why it happened
According to police records viewed by Reuters, there was an unknown mechanical issue with the truck that caused this accident.
However, Challinger blamed himself for not paying attention and getting "complacent."
In a previous X post from January, Challinger wrote about his habit of losing focus with FSD enabled: "Sometimes I decide to go somewhere and turn on Tesla FSD and then I forget where I decided to go and then it starts turning into Taco Bell or whatever and I'm like wtf is it doing and then I'm like oh right Taco Bell."
What it means
What it means
The incident raises questions about the safety of Tesla's FSD technology for full autonomy, and the readiness of the system ahead of Tesla's plan to launch autonomous taxis later in 2025.
It also highlights the need for drivers to remain attentive when using semi-autonomous driving systems. Tesla's FSD is designed to provide warnings if the driver appears distracted, but in this case, these safeguards did not prevent the accident.
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Developer: Tesla
Country: USA
Sector: Automotive
Purpose: Automate steering, acceleration, braking
Technology: Driver assistance system; Self-driving system; Computer vision
Issue: Accuracy/reliability; Safety
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Type: Incident
Published: February 2025
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