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Waymo will issue a voluntary software recall to address how its robotaxis behave around school buses, prompted by NHTSA scrutiny and criticism from officials in Atlanta and Austin. NHTSA opened an investigation after incidents of Waymo vehicles maneuvering improperly around stopped school buses. Despite a software update on November 17, Austin officials reported further incidents. Waymo claims the update improved performance to exceed human driver standards. While emphasizing its strong safety record, Waymo’s Chief Safety Officer stated the company is committed to continuous improvement. This recall follows previous software recalls by Waymo in 2024.
