Tesla Driver Stopped for Speeding Tells Police FSD Was at Fault
The driver told officers his Tesla was traveling 64 mph in a 45 mph zone while Full Self-Driving was engaged.
A Tesla driver stopped by police for speeding told officers that the vehicle's Full Self-Driving feature was responsible for the violation, according to a video of the traffic stop.
What Happened
Bodycam footage from a police stop shows a Tesla driver explaining to officers that the car was traveling 64 mph in a 45 mph zone. The driver told police he had engaged FSD and that the system was controlling the vehicle's speed. The incident occurred after the driver was pulled over for exceeding the posted speed limit.
Why It Matters
The incident adds to ongoing questions about how drivers interact with Tesla's advanced driver-assistance systems during real-world driving. FSD, despite its name, requires active driver supervision and does not make the vehicle fully autonomous. When incidents occur while these systems are engaged, determining fault—whether with the system or the driver—remains a complex issue for law enforcement and regulators.
The Bottom Line
Tesla's Full Self-Driving feature continues to require drivers to remain attentive and ready to intervene at all times. Drivers are responsible for their vehicle's operation regardless of whether assist features are active.
