U.S. auto safety regulators have closed their investigation into Tesla's remote parking feature, finding that while crashes are rare and minor, they still occur with the 'Actually Smart Summon' feature.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) stated on Friday that its closure does not imply a safety defect, noting it can reopen if necessary. The investigation involved numerous reports of low-speed collisions, mostly involving minor property damage such as gates or parked cars.

Despite the infrequent incidents, there were no reports of harm to vulnerable road users, injuries, or significant property damage leading to airbag deployments or towed vehicles. The NHTSA highlighted that either user error or system limitations often caused issues, with camera blockage and obscured views being frequent culprits.

Tesla has since released several software updates aimed at improving camera detection and object recognition. This incident underscores the ongoing challenges in developing safe self-driving technologies but also highlights the industry's commitment to continuous improvement.