Is Your Adaptive Cruise Control Recognizing Other Vehicles? Find Out Here
Adaptive Intelligence (AI) is the ability of a computer to learn from its environment and make decisions based on that learning. AI technology has been used in cars for many years, with adaptive cruise control being one of the most popular applications. Adaptive cruise control uses radar or cameras to detect obstacles in front of the car and adjust speed accordingly.
However, it appears this particular vehicle may be an exception to the rule. Despite having reflective stickers all over the back, it appears that the car's adaptive cruise control system fails to recognize it. This could potentially be dangerous if not addressed promptly.
The first step would be to ensure that adaptive cruise control is indeed enabled - this can be done by pressing the Mode button on the steering wheel. If the green steering wheel icon appears in the instrument cluster, then ACC is active. The next step would be to check whether other vehicles are recognized when approaching at different speeds - if they are, then there may be something unique about this van which causes it to go unrecognized.
If none of these steps help, then it may be necessary to take the car into a dealership for further investigation. They will likely need to run diagnostics tests as well as examine any software updates available for the car’s systems. It is also possible that the problem lies within the van itself - perhaps its reflective plates are too strong for the car’s sensors to pick up.
In summary, it appears that this particular car does not recognize a transit van with reflective stickers despite adaptive cruise control being enabled. While this issue may have nothing to do with the van itself, it is important to address it promptly as it could lead to dangerous situations while driving. To ensure safety, drivers should confirm that their adaptive cruise control is active and test how other vehicles are detected when approaching at various speeds. If none of these steps help, then taking the car into a dealership for further investigation may be necessary.
What is the issue?
The car, when on adaptive cruise control, does not see a transit van with reflective stickers all over the back.
How many times has it happened?
It has only ever happened with that particular vehicle.
Is it in adaptive mode?
Yes, it is definitely in adaptive mode.
Does it recognize other cars?
Yes, it picks up all other vehicles immediately before and after.
Was the van stopped?
No, it has been tested approaching at various speeds and no difference.
Could this be related to my previous car?
Perhaps - your previous car with adaptive lights failed to recognise vehicles with that type of reflective plates and wouldn't steer the lights away, quite often being a police car.
What should I do if the car fails to recognize the van when both are driving on the highway and approaching at speed with distance control set?
If your car doesn't recognize the van when you are both driving on the highway and approaching at speed with distance control set, that's a dealer visit most likely.
What should I do if the Collision Avoidance system may be defective?
If not, the Collision Avoidance system may be defective and definitely needs a dealer look - you should get a flashing red vehicle in the HUD and instrument cluster and an audible alarm eventually.
How can I tell if I have standard cruise control or ACC Assisted Driving "on"?
Standard cruise control can be toggled on and off with the Mode button on the steering wheel - ACC Assisted Driving "on" shows an icon with a green steering wheel when active.