Fired Tesla manager calls Full Self-Driving cars 'rolling hazards'

A former Tesla manager has filed a lawsuit alleging that the company's Full Self-Driving vehicles were "rolling hazards" and that safety operators were dangerously overextended. The lawsuit was filed on July 28, 2026, according to court documents. The manager, who was fired from Tesla, claims that the company prioritized rapid deployment of its robotaxi fleet over public safety, leading to unsafe conditions on the road. The lawsuit accuses Tesla of overextending the safety operators overseeing its robotaxis, putting both operators and the public at risk. The fired manager's allegations raise serious concerns about the safety of Tesla's autonomous driving technology, which is already under scrutiny from regulators. The lawsuit claims that the Full Self-Driving cars were not adequately monitored, making them "rolling hazards" that could cause accidents. The specific details of the manager's role and the incidents cited in the lawsuit have not been disclosed, but the case highlights ongoing tensions between Tesla's ambitious goals and safety protocols. Tesla has not yet commented on the lawsuit, but the company has previously defended its Full Self-Driving system as safe when used correctly. The outcome of this lawsuit could have significant implications for the regulation of autonomous vehicles and Tesla's robotaxi plans.