United StatesZoox, an autonomous vehicle company owned by Amazon, has issued a software recall after one of its robotaxis failed to properly navigate a smoke-filled emergency scene in June. The company stated that a software update has been deployed to improve detection of emergency scenes, particularly those involving heavy smoke. No injuries were reported during the incident, though the exact location remains undisclosed. This recall follows a warning from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which emphasized the importance of addressing such issues, stating that emergency scenes are not rare occurrences. Zoox has faced previous recalls related to braking issues and collisions, and the company is currently expanding its operations in cities like Las Vegas and San Francisco, pending regulatory approval.
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