CrashScan | Accident Detector

EDR "Blackbox" Scan Tool & PDF Accident Reports for Collision Investigators

WHEN INVESTIGATING A VEHICLE COLLISION

Leverage the power of the CrashScan App paired with the OBDLink MX+ Bluetooth adapter to delve into the car's computer modules, including the crucial Event Data Recorder (EDR), commonly referred to as the "blackbox", when the vehicle model supports it (check support details below). CrashScan is designed to assist investigators in flagging, capturing, and interpreting stored data from prior accidents. This crash data is invaluable for validating motor vehicle insurance claims and acts as a lead indicator for liability or questionable collision claims.

VEHICLE SUPPORT

(Event Data Recorder & Full System Diagnostic Scan)

With support for over 3000 unique year/make/models internationally, ensure your vehicle is compatible by visiting:

https://collisionsciences.ca/reports/check_support/

CONTEXTUAL ACCIDENT REPORTS

Upon a successful "CrashScan", the generated report will offer a comprehensive analysis, detailing impact severity, impact orientation (front/rear/side impact), and contextual information, including:

• Classification of the accident as minor, moderate, or severe
• Insights into EDR trigger thresholds
• 5.0 seconds of pre-crash data on speed, brake pedal and accelerator pedal use, and steering
• Details on the number of occupants and their seatbelt status
• An estimated damage repair amount (economic cost in $)
• Indication of likely structural crush damage
• Assessment of injury risk thresholds (whiplash, injury duration)
• Comparison of typical g-forces experienced in daily activities for added context

Injury risk algorithms are based on stored acceleration values, supplemented by scientific articles and databases such as the National Automotive Sampling System (NASS).

APP DEMO VIDEO

For a visual walkthrough, watch the demo video at:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NIbxGf7IPWw&t=2s

GET STARTED VIDEO

To set up CrashScan, search on YouTube for “CrashScan Setup” or click here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAnix9tLM9Y

PRIVACY LEGISLATION STATUS (EDR DATA)

Canada: There is no specific legislation; EDR data is considered diagnostic and "non-private". However, insurers typically obtain consent as a best practice.

United States: The federal Driver Privacy Act of 2015, enacted in December 2015, imposes limitations on EDR data retrieval and asserts that such information belongs to the vehicle's owner or lessee. Seventeen states have enacted statutes regarding EDR privacy, including Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Washington. These statutes generally stipulate that EDR data can only be downloaded with the consent of the vehicle owner or policyholder, subject to certain exceptions.

END-USER CONSENT

By downloading the CrashScan mobile app published by Collision Sciences, Inc., you consent to the installation of this app and to its future updates and upgrades. You may withdraw consent at any time by uninstalling the app. You acknowledge and agree that this app (including any updates or upgrades) may (i) cause your device to automatically communicate with Collision Science’s servers to deliver the described functionality and record usage metrics, (ii) affect app-related preferences or data stored on your device, and (iii) collect information, as outlined in our privacy statement. For more details, please visit CollisionSciences.ca.

What's New in the Latest Version 1.25.5

Last updated on Nov 4, 2024

Minor bug fixes.