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Crash data is recorded in a vehicle component called an event data recorder. Event data
recorders are commonly referred to as vehicle black boxes and are part of a vehicle’s airbag
control module, powertrain control module, or rollover sensor.
There is already an overwhelming trend for auto manufacturers to install event data recorders in
passenger cars, light trucks, sport utility vehicles and even some heavy trucks. This trend has
made accident reconstruction an increasingly diverse practice, requiring traditional reconstructive
training and innovative technical assessment.
As of today, the types of recorded crash data (speed, brake use, etc...) are contingent upon the
year, make, and model of the vehicle. And, in addition, only certain manufacturers have made
their data available to the public.
Therefore, when reconstructing an accident, it becomes extremely important that the expert be
familiar with those vehicles configured to record data after a collision. And, the expert should be
able to download the vehicles which are already publicly available. To view a list of available
vehicles via Bosch's crash data retrieval system, please click here.
While recorded crash data from a vehicle's black box can be extremely helpful in determining the
events leading up to an accident, the data is not intended to replace traditional accident
reconstruction techniques. Our experts strive to use recorded crash data as a means of validating
our opinions.
Our certified accident reconstructionists are also certified as crash data retrieval technicians and
analysts. Our reconstruction experts have performed hundreds of downloads and are always
available to answer any questions about vehicle coverage or data availability. To learn more
about vehicle black boxes and crash data retrieval, please click here.
recorders are commonly referred to as vehicle black boxes and are part of a vehicle’s airbag
control module, powertrain control module, or rollover sensor.
There is already an overwhelming trend for auto manufacturers to install event data recorders in
passenger cars, light trucks, sport utility vehicles and even some heavy trucks. This trend has
made accident reconstruction an increasingly diverse practice, requiring traditional reconstructive
training and innovative technical assessment.
As of today, the types of recorded crash data (speed, brake use, etc...) are contingent upon the
year, make, and model of the vehicle. And, in addition, only certain manufacturers have made
their data available to the public.
Therefore, when reconstructing an accident, it becomes extremely important that the expert be
familiar with those vehicles configured to record data after a collision. And, the expert should be
able to download the vehicles which are already publicly available. To view a list of available
vehicles via Bosch's crash data retrieval system, please click here.
While recorded crash data from a vehicle's black box can be extremely helpful in determining the
events leading up to an accident, the data is not intended to replace traditional accident
reconstruction techniques. Our experts strive to use recorded crash data as a means of validating
our opinions.
Our certified accident reconstructionists are also certified as crash data retrieval technicians and
analysts. Our reconstruction experts have performed hundreds of downloads and are always
available to answer any questions about vehicle coverage or data availability. To learn more
about vehicle black boxes and crash data retrieval, please click here.
Some manufacturers have made their
crash data publicly available. This
means that their vehicles are not only
equipped with an event data recorder,
but can also be downloaded by a
publicly available tool.
Today, the only tool capable of
downloading publicly available crash
data is manufactured by Bosch, called
the Crash Data Retrieval System.
crash data publicly available. This
means that their vehicles are not only
equipped with an event data recorder,
but can also be downloaded by a
publicly available tool.
Today, the only tool capable of
downloading publicly available crash
data is manufactured by Bosch, called
the Crash Data Retrieval System.
By September 1st, 2012, NHTSA will
require that all manufacturers make
their event data recorders available to
the public for download. They will
also be required to record at least 15
types of crash data. Some of the
required crash data include pre-crash
speed, engine throttle, brake use,
measured changes in forward velocity
(Delta-V), driver safety belt use,
airbag warning lamp status and
airbag deployment times. To read
more about NHTSA's ruling which led
to these requirements, please click
here.
require that all manufacturers make
their event data recorders available to
the public for download. They will
also be required to record at least 15
types of crash data. Some of the
required crash data include pre-crash
speed, engine throttle, brake use,
measured changes in forward velocity
(Delta-V), driver safety belt use,
airbag warning lamp status and
airbag deployment times. To read
more about NHTSA's ruling which led
to these requirements, please click
here.
In 2011, our lead accident reconstruction expert became certified as a trainer of Level 1 and
Level 2 Crash Data Retrieval Technicians. This certification allows Crash Data Services, LLC to
teach the Bosch approved technician courses developed by the Collision Safety Institute. To
learn more about this training opportunity, please contact us.
Level 2 Crash Data Retrieval Technicians. This certification allows Crash Data Services, LLC to
teach the Bosch approved technician courses developed by the Collision Safety Institute. To
learn more about this training opportunity, please contact us.
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be legal advice or an expert opinion and should not be construed as such. The use of this site does not create a contractor/client relationship with any employee of Crash
Data Services, LLC. Each investigation is different. Case results depend on a variety of factors unique to each case. The results of any investigation/reconstruction do not
guarantee or predict a similar result in any future case undertaken by Crash Data Services, LLC
be legal advice or an expert opinion and should not be construed as such. The use of this site does not create a contractor/client relationship with any employee of Crash
Data Services, LLC. Each investigation is different. Case results depend on a variety of factors unique to each case. The results of any investigation/reconstruction do not
guarantee or predict a similar result in any future case undertaken by Crash Data Services, LLC