Tesla has disclosed details of 17 robotaxi crashes that occurred between July 2025 and March 2026. In two incidents, human employees remotely drove the cars into objects on the street. Safety monitors were present but unable to prevent injuries in one case.

The new revelations highlight Tesla’s unique approach to remote driving, where these operators can directly control the vehicles. By contrast, other companies typically only allow input suggestions from remote teams.

With fewer than 100 robotaxis operating across three Texas cities, Tesla faces challenges with service availability and high wait times. The company's focus on autonomous vehicle deliveries has even shifted CEO Elon Musk’s compensation structure.

The incident data, shared in the federal crash database, raises questions about the visibility and response capabilities of remote drivers. Safety advocates are calling for clearer guidelines to ensure public safety as these technologies advance.