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Landon Embry, 34, Utah: family alleges Tesla Autopilot failed to detect his motorcycle
A Tesla Model 3 reportedly travelling at 75–80 mph on Autopilot struck the rear of Landon Embry's Harley-Davidson, killing him. His parents' lawsuit alleges Autopilot and other safety features were 'defective and inadequate' and should have detected the motorcycle; it also names the driver, described as tired.
- Status
- Alleged, not proven
- Deaths
- 1
- Date
- July 2022
- Place
- Utah (I-15), United States
- AI system
- Tesla Autopilot, Model 3
- Developer / operator
- Tesla
- Named
- Landon Embry
Why this case is “alleged”
No court, coroner or official investigation has yet found that Tesla Autopilot, Model 3 caused or contributed to this death. The case is listed because it meets our standard for a credible allegation. It will move to the confirmed count only if an official body makes such a finding.
Legal status
Wrongful-death suit filed in Salt Lake City state court in August 2024 against Tesla and the driver. Pending as of the latest reporting.
Sources
- Tesla sued by family of motorcyclist killed in Autopilot crash
- Tesla sued by family of motorcyclist killed in Utah autopilot crash