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Daniel Webster

NHTSA Reviews Tesla Robotaxi Speeding Allegations in Active School Zones

Tesla Robotaxi investigation
NHTSA opened a defect petition review on October 9, 2026, involving allegations that Tesla Robotaxis exceeded posted speed limits in active school zones. The review covers an estimated 1,000 vehicles, and no safety defect has been confirmed. Tada Images/Shutterstock

Federal auto safety regulators are reviewing allegations that Tesla’s driverless vehicles exceeded posted speed limits in active school zones, raising questions about how autonomous driving technology responds to traffic restrictions designed to protect children.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) opened defect petition DP26010 on October 9, 2026, after receiving a request to investigate Tesla Robotaxis operating with the company’s Automated Driving System engaged.

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