CrashScan | Accident Detector

Collision Investigators: Access EDR "Black Box" Data with CrashScan

Investigating vehicle collisions just got easier. The CrashScan app, used with an OBDLink MX+ Bluetooth adapter, allows you to scan vehicle computer modules, including the Event Data Recorder (EDR), commonly known as the "black box," where supported. This tool helps investigators identify, extract, and interpret stored accident data, aiding in the verification of insurance claims and liability assessments.

Vehicle Compatibility:

CrashScan supports over 3000 vehicle year/make/model combinations globally. Check compatibility here: https://collisionsciences.ca/reports/check_support/

Comprehensive Accident Reports:

Successful CrashScan reports detail impact severity, orientation (front, rear, or side), and provide crucial context:

• Accident severity classification (minor, moderate, or severe)
• EDR trigger threshold information
• 5 seconds of pre-crash data: speed, brake/accelerator pedal use, and steering input
• Occupant count and seatbelt usage
• Estimated repair cost
• Likelihood of structural damage
• Injury risk assessment (whiplash, injury duration)
• G-force context compared to daily activities

(Injury risk algorithms utilize stored acceleration data, research articles, and databases like the National Automotive Sampling System (NASS))

Learn More:

• App Demo Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NIbxGf7IPWw&t=2s
• Setup Guide Video: Search "CrashScan Setup" on YouTube or use this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAnix9tLM9Y

EDR Data and Privacy Legislation:

• Canada: No specific legislation; data is considered diagnostic and non-private, although insurer consent is best practice.
• United States: The Driver Privacy Act of 2015 and statutes in 17 states (Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Washington) regulate EDR data access, generally requiring vehicle owner/policyholder consent.

End-User Consent:

Downloading the CrashScan app constitutes consent to its installation, future updates, and data collection practices as detailed in our privacy statement. Uninstall the app to withdraw consent. Contact us at CollisionSciences.ca for more information.

Version 1.25.5 (November 4, 2024): Minor bug fixes.

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