Tesla Driver Says Full Self-Driving Was Engaged When Car Fatally Struck Pedestrian on I-80
Yahoo News
Last updated: October 23, 2026
A 71-year-old pedestrian was fatally struck by a Tesla on Interstate 80 in Vallejo, California, on October 22. The Tesla driver claims the vehicle's Full Self-Driving (FSD) system was engaged at the time of the incident.
- The accident occurred in the early morning hours as the man was crossing the interstate.
- California Highway Patrol officers were informed by the Tesla driver that the FSD feature was active.
- The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fatal collision is ongoing.
- Details regarding the exact conditions and the sequence of events leading up to the impact are still being determined.
- The role of the FSD system in the accident is a key focus of the investigation.
- This incident raises questions about the safety and functionality of advanced driver-assistance systems in real-world driving scenarios.
- Further details are expected as the California Highway Patrol continues its inquiry into the accident.
