The agency is reviewing five accidents involving the aftermarket system, which have resulted in three deaths and eleven serious injuries.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced on Wednesday that it is investigating Comma.ai after reports of five crashes involving its aftermarket driver-assistance devices. The incidents, which span multiple states, have led to three confirmed fatalities and eleven serious injuries, prompting regulators to scrutinize the safety of the technology.
Comma.ai's devices, marketed as a retrofit solution to add advanced driver assistance to existing vehicles, have been praised for their affordability but criticized for lacking the rigorous testing of factory-installed systems. The NHTSA investigation will examine software performance, sensor reliability, and user compliance with safety guidelines.
Industry observers warn that the outcome could shape the future of aftermarket autonomous tech, influencing both consumer confidence and regulatory frameworks. Comma.ai has pledged full cooperation with the agency while defending the safety record of its products.