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US investigators are probing Tesla's Autopilot system after fatal crashes, questioning if the recall and software updates were sufficient to ensure driver attention. The NHTSA found false expectations led to accidents, highlighting concerns over the safety and effectiveness of Tesla's Autopilot technology.

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating Tesla's Autopilot system to determine if the recent recall of Full Self-Driving Beta software adequately addressed concerns about driver attention. The probe comes after several accidents involving Tesla vehicles were reported with Autopilot engaged, despite supposed safeguards intended to ensure drivers remain attentive [1]. Concerns regarding driver engagement software and its ability to prevent accidents have surfaced, prompting the NHTSA to look into potential lapses in safety features [2].

The NHTSA's investigation focuses on whether Tesla's recall of the Autopilot system was effective in improving safety measures to guarantee that drivers remain focused on the road while using the technology [3]. The agency is examining whether Tesla's efforts after the December recall adequately addressed concerns about driver distraction and potential dangers posed by the semi-autonomous driving systems [4]. There are particular worries about the level of driver engagement required when using Tesla's Autopilot and Full Self-Driving features, which have been linked to fatal crashes in the past [5].

The investigation is part of the ongoing scrutiny of Tesla's Autopilot technology by federal authorities, with a particular emphasis on how the system interacts with drivers to ensure safety [6]. The probe aims to determine if the software updates and recalls made by Tesla have effectively enhanced the safety of the Autopilot system and minimized the risk of accidents caused by driver inattention [7].

The NHTSA's inquiry into the Tesla Autopilot recall highlights the agency's commitment to analyzing potential safety gaps and ensuring that advanced driver-assistance systems like Autopilot function as intended to reduce accidents and enhance road safety [8].

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