The Uncertified L3

When Drive Pilot is active (under 40 mph in traffic jams, with no inclement weather, a leading vehicle, and no construction), Mercedes explicitly informs the driver they can watch videos or text - and that liability rests with Mercedes for the duration the system is active.

Tesla’s approach with FSD v14.2.1 appears to mimic this behavior - specifically, scenarios FSD is confident it can handle - but without the certification or acceptance of liability. There is no regulatory approval for L3 operation, and there are currently no labels or warnings indicating that the car is no

https://www.notateslaapp.com/news/3383/tesla-introduces-early-eyes-off-feature-allows-to-text-and-drive