DownloadInvestigating 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 vehicle year/make/models internationally. Check compatibility here: https://collisionsciences.ca/reports/check_support/
Contextual Accident Reports
A successful CrashScan provides detailed information about the impact, including severity (minor, moderate, or severe), orientation (front, rear, or side), and contextual data such as:
- 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 and 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) regulate EDR data access, generally requiring owner/policyholder consent except in specific circumstances.
End-User Consent
By downloading the CrashScan app, you consent to its installation, updates, and data collection practices as detailed in our privacy statement. You can withdraw consent by uninstalling the app. Contact us at CollisionSciences.ca for more information.
What's New in Version 1.25.5
Last updated November 4, 2024
Minor bug fixes.
