Amazon’s robotaxi unit Zoox recalls 258 vehicles over unexpected braking issue

Zoox has gradually expanded the testing of its robotaxis in Las Vegas to include the Las Vegas Strip. It is now operating under a wider range of weather conditions and reaching speed of up to 45 miles per hour. — While Zoox has not publicly disclosed its number of robotaxis on the road, it has ramped up testing over the past year in cities such as Las Vegas (pictured). (Irina Logra/ZOOX)

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March 19, 2025 05:58 PM

Amazon’s self-driving unit, Zoox, has recalled 258 vehicles due to issues with its automated driving system (ADS) that could cause unexpected hard braking, the company said March 19.

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