Regulatory Storm Gathers Over Tesla’s Autonomous Driving Ambitions

Federal Safety Agency Escalates FSD Scrutiny

Tesla is navigating one of its most challenging periods in recent memory. Just as the electric vehicle maker celebrated new delivery records, multiple U.S. regulatory agencies have launched significant investigations into the company’s operations. The primary focus centers on Tesla’s Full Self-Driving technology, with allegations that could substantially impact the company’s autonomous driving objectives.

On October 9, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration initiated a sweeping probe covering 2.88 million Tesla vehicles. This regulatory action follows 58 documented incidents involving the Full Self-Driving system, including 14 crashes that resulted in 23 injuries.