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Tesla confirms Full Self-Driving was active in fatal Batavia crash
Tesla confirmed that its Full Self-Driving (FSD) system was active during a fatal crash on March 25, 2026, in Batavia, Illinois. A 2026 Model Y, with FSD verified engaged, attempted a left turn at an intersection at 24 mph and collided with a pickup truck that had the right of way. Front-seat passenger Maggie Espinosa died in the accident. Tesla reported the incident to NHTSA under the Level 2 driver-assist general order but redacted key details such as software version and whether the road was within the approved operating domain.
- FSD was active and verified on the Model Y during the crash
- Vehicle was making a left turn at 24 mph at an intersection
- Passenger Maggie Espinosa died in the accident
🔎 Why it matters: This case confirms the 2026 Model Y with active FSD was involved in a fatal crash, relevant for assessing the system in urban maneuvers.
📈 Upside: Confirms Tesla complies with NHTSA reporting when FSD is active in crashes.
📉 Risk: Tesla keeps key data like software version and operational domain confidential, limiting external analysis.
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