Avride recall: Automated Driving System – electrical system
Avride Inc. is recalling Avride Automated Driving System because of a crash risk – 223 units (potentially affected). The recall report reached NHTSA on August 19, 2026. Distributed nationwide.
Lower risk A safety recall: the manufacturer or NHTSA found a equipment defect that poses a risk to safety, or a failure to meet a federal safety standard. The remedy is free.

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| Product | Avride Automated Driving System |
| Brand | Avride |
| Company | Avride Inc. |
| Type | Vehicles |
| Classification | Equipment |
| Report received | August 19, 2026 |
| Published by NHTSA | August 19, 2026 |
| Quantity | 223 units (potentially affected) |
| Recall ID | 26E059000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Avride | Automated Driving System | – |
Identifiers and details
- NHTSA campaign number
- 26E059000
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE
Why it was recalled
The problem: a crash risk.
NHTSA's defect summary: “Avride Inc. (Avride) is recalling certain Automated Driving Systems (ADS) equipped with software versions prior to RC-01-05. The ADS software may direct the vehicle to change lanes, merge, or veer left or right without yielding or maintaining a safe distance from other vehicles.”
The consequence, according to NHTSA: “Unexpected vehicle movement may increase the risk of a crash.”
What to do
NHTSA: “Avride will update the ADS software, free of charge. All affected ADS-equipped fleet vehicles will be updated by August 31, 2026.”
Enter your 17-character vehicle identification number (VIN) at nhtsa.gov/recalls or on the manufacturer's site to see whether your vehicle is included. Safety recall repairs are free at an authorized dealer, even if the vehicle is used or out of warranty.
Official notice: NHTSA recall 26E059000.
Other vehicle recalls
| Date | Recall | Problem | Agency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2026 | a fire risk Lower risk | NHTSA Equipment | |
| Oct 9, 2026 | a crash risk Lower risk | NHTSA Vehicle | |
| Oct 8, 2026 | a fire risk Most serious | NHTSA Vehicle | |
| Oct 8, 2026 | an injury risk Lower risk | NHTSA Vehicle | |
| Oct 8, 2026 | a fire risk Lower risk | NHTSA Vehicle | |
| Oct 7, 2026 | a crash risk Serious | NHTSA Vehicle |
About this recall
Is Avride Avride Automated Driving System recalled?
Yes. Avride Inc. reported the recall to NHTSA on August 19, 2026; NHTSA published it August 19, 2026 (Equipment). Only the vehicles listed on this page are included.
Why was it recalled?
Because of a crash risk. Avride Inc. (Avride) is recalling certain Automated Driving Systems (ADS) equipped with software versions prior to RC-01-05. The ADS software may direct the vehicle to change lanes, merge, or veer left or right without yielding or maintaining a safe distance from other vehicles.
What should I do if I have it?
NHTSA says: Avride will update the ADS software, free of charge. All affected ADS-equipped fleet vehicles will be updated by August 31, 2026.
Where was it sold?
Nationwide.
More recalls
Source: recall records published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (openFDA Enforcement Reports), the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service, the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, collected twice a day. Product names, lot codes, dates and model numbers are shown exactly as the agency lists them; the agency's notice is the authority. 77.today is not affiliated with any of these agencies.