Tesla's Latest FSD Build Nearly Drives Straight Into a Train

A Tesla owner running the most recent version of ‘Full Self-Driving’ (FSD v14.3.7) had a close call at an active railroad crossing this week, as dashcam footage shows the vehicle failing to brake and nearly colliding with a passing train. The driver, who was present during the incident, shared the footage with Electrek, marking at least the third documented case this year where FSD has attempted to drive a Tesla directly into a train.

The incident highlights a recurring safety concern with Tesla’s autonomous driving system, despite its continuous updates and improvements. While FSD has shown significant progress in handling various road scenarios, its performance at railroad crossings remains problematic. In this instance, the system appeared to misjudge the train’s presence, potentially compromising the safety of both the occupants and the train passengers.

Electrek’s documentation of these repeated failures underscores the importance of rigorous testing and oversight in autonomous vehicle development. For Tesla owners, this serves as a reminder that current FSD capabilities still require attentive supervision, especially in complex environments like railroad crossings. The company has not yet issued an official statement regarding this specific incident, but the pattern raises questions about the system’s reliability in critical situations.