Investigating vehicle collisions requires thorough data collection. The CrashScan app, used with an OBDLink MX+ Bluetooth adapter, allows investigators to access and interpret data from a vehicle's Event Data Recorder (EDR), commonly known as the "black box," where supported. This data helps validate insurance claims and provides crucial insights into liability.
Vehicle Support (EDR & Full System Diagnostic Scan)
CrashScan supports over 3000 unique vehicle year/make/model combinations internationally. Check compatibility here: https://collisionsciences.ca/reports/check_support/
Contextual Accident Reports
Successful CrashScan reports detail impact severity, orientation (front, rear, side), and provide valuable context, including:
- Accident severity (minor, moderate, severe)
- EDR trigger thresholds
- 5 seconds of pre-crash data (speed, brake/accelerator pedal use, steering)
- Occupant count and seatbelt status
- Estimated repair cost
- Likelihood of structural crush damage
- Injury risk thresholds (whiplash, injury duration)
- G-force context compared to daily activities
*Injury risk algorithms utilize stored acceleration values, scientific articles, and databases like the National Automotive Sampling System (NASS).
App Demo Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NIbxGf7IPWw&t=2s
Get Started Video: Search YouTube for "CrashScan Setup" or use this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAnix9tLM9Y
Privacy Legislation Status (EDR Data)
Canada: No specific legislation; data is considered diagnostic and non-private, though insurers generally obtain consent.
United States: The federal Driver Privacy Act of 2015, along with seventeen state statutes (Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Washington), place limitations on EDR data retrieval and require owner/lessee consent, with exceptions.
End-User Consent
By downloading the CrashScan app, you consent to its installation, updates, and data collection as outlined in our privacy statement. You can withdraw consent by uninstalling the app. For details, visit CollisionSciences.ca.
What's New in Version 1.25.5
Last updated November 4, 2024
Minor bug fixes.
