Waymo recalls over 3,000 autonomous vehicles after software allowed passing stopped school buses

Summary

Waymo, the autonomous‑vehicle unit of Alphabet, announced a recall of 3,067 robotaxis after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration identified a software defect that caused the cars to drive around stopped school buses, ignoring flashing red lights and extended stop arms. The issue was uncovered following 20 reported incidents in Austin, Texas, and six similar cases in Atlanta, leading NHTSA to issue a recall notice on November 8 2025. Waymo deployed a software fix by November 17, affecting its fifth‑generation automated driving systems deployed in multiple U.S. cities. The recall highlights safety concerns for driverless ride‑hailing services.