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Tesla Sued: Robotaxis Called "Rolling Hazards"
29 Jul
Summary
- Fired manager alleges Tesla robotaxis are unsafe due to understaffing.
- Manager claims supervisor dismissed safety concerns, leading to accident.
- Lawsuit seeks reinstatement, back pay, and damages for distress.
A former Tesla manager is suing the company, alleging unlawful retaliation after raising safety concerns about its robotaxi operations. Javier Medrano, who managed safety operators for Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) testing in Houston from October 2024 to May 2025, claims the company failed to provide adequate resources.
Medrano's lawsuit states that his team of operators grew to 38, exceeding the recommended ratio. He reportedly raised this issue with an Autopilot Director, who allegedly dismissed his concerns. This under-resourced safety structure, according to the suit, contributed to an accident under Medrano's supervision.
Following the accident, Medrano was fired after attempting to escalate the safety issues. He is now seeking reinstatement, back pay, and damages for emotional distress and financial strain, arguing Tesla's managerial problems also contribute to robotaxi safety concerns.
