Driver assist sensor poorly engineered

[jeffyboy007]

I got an alert on my dash display saying there was a problem with Driver Assist. Took it back to dealer. Was told someone must have backed in to me and hit the exact spot where this sensor was. Examining the bumper, there is just a ghost of a scratch (I had to get on my hands and knees and get a few inches away to see it). The rear bumper is rated for a 5mph collision. Should anything attached to that bumper not also be rated the same. Warranty wouldn't cover the cost ($770) and no structural damage so insurance wouldn't cover either.

 

[CocoaJeff]

Well that sucks. I would have expected insurance to cover it, since the part was damaged and it was affecting the detection systems.

 

[Lazy Bones]

Years (and more years) ago, Consumer Reports did a test of bumpers on most makes. Most failed at 5mph, often allowing serious damage.

 

[2025 Red Equinox]

The federal government reduced the bumper impact standard to 2.5 mph quite some time ago. The standard allows damage to the bumper, but not to any safety equipment.

 

[jeffyboy007]

Thanks