Zoox Automated Driving System recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 22, 2025

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Zoox, Inc. recalls Zoox Automated Driving System

Recall number

25E037000

Brand / firm

Zoox

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 270 units

Why it was recalled

A vehicle that moves when a person is right next to the vehicle increases the risk of injury or crash.

What was recalled

Zoox, Inc. (Zoox) is recalling certain Automated Driving Systems (ADS) equipped with software versions released prior to May 21, 2025. The ADS may allow the vehicle to move after failing to detect a person right next to the vehicle.

What to do

Zoox has updated the ADS software, free of charge. All affected driverless fleet vehicles were repaired by May 21, 2025. Zoox's number for this recall is 25-03.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.