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 in conjunction with the OBDLink MX+ Bluetooth adapter to delve into the car's computer modules, including the Event Data Recorder (EDR), commonly known as the "blackbox", when supported (see support details below). CrashScan is designed to assist investigators in identifying, capturing, and interpreting crucial accident data stored within these systems. This data is invaluable for validating motor vehicle insurance claims and serves as a critical lead indicator for assessing liability or scrutinizing questionable collision claims.

VEHICLE SUPPORT

(Event Data Recorder & Full System Diagnostic Scan)

CrashScan supports over 3000 unique year/make/models internationally. To verify if your vehicle is supported, please visit:

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

CONTEXTUAL ACCIDENT REPORTS

Upon a successful "CrashScan", the generated report will detail the impact severity, impact orientation (front/rear/side impact), and provide a comprehensive context, including:

• The classification of the accident as minor, moderate, or severe
• Information regarding EDR trigger thresholds
• 5.0 seconds of pre-crash data on speed, brake pedal and accelerator pedal usage, and steering
• Data on the number of occupants in the vehicle and their seatbelt status
• An estimated damage repair cost (economic cost in $)
• An indication of potential structural crush damage
• Injury risk thresholds, including risks for whiplash and injury duration
• Comparative g-forces experienced in daily activities for contextual understanding

Injury risk algorithms are developed using stored acceleration values, scientific articles, and databases such as the National Automotive Sampling System (NASS).

APP DEMO VIDEO

For a demonstration of the CrashScan app, watch our video at:

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

GET STARTED VIDEO

To help you get started with CrashScan, search on YouTube for “CrashScan Setup” or directly access the video here:

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

PRIVACY LEGISLATION STATUS (EDR DATA)

Canada: Currently, there is no specific legislation regarding EDR data, which is considered diagnostic and "non-private". However, insurers adhere to best practices by obtaining consent.

United States: The federal Driver Privacy Act of 2015, enacted in December 2015, imposes restrictions on EDR data retrieval and asserts that such information belongs to the vehicle's owner or lessee. Additionally, seventeen states have passed statutes concerning event data recorders and privacy: Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Washington. These laws generally require the consent of the vehicle owner or policyholder for data retrieval, with 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 any future updates and upgrades. You may withdraw your 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 Sciences' servers to deliver the functionality described here and to 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 us at CollisionSciences.ca.

What's New in the Latest Version 1.25.5

Last updated on Nov 4, 2024

Minor bug fixes have been implemented to enhance your experience with CrashScan.