You Were in an Accident — Now Your Safety Systems Feel “Off.” Here’s What To Do Next.

So you were in a crash. Maybe just a fender-bender. Maybe something more serious.

You did all the right things:

Insurance claim filed

Body shop repair done

Paint looks great

Bumper’s back on

But now? Something doesn’t feel right.

• Your adaptive cruise isn’t braking like it used to

• Lane keep assist feels drunk

• Your emergency braking either isn’t working… or won’t shut up

• Blind spot alerts are either hyperactive or completely MIA

Here’s the truth no one told you:Your car might not have been properly calibrated after the repair.

What You’re Experiencing Is Real

Your vehicle’s ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) — things like forward radar, blind spot monitoring, and emergency braking — rely on precise calibration after a collision.Even a minor bump can misalign the systems. If they weren’t recalibrated properly, or at all?

They’re now guessing.

What Can You Do?

1. Don’t ignore the warning signsIf your car feels different or the systems are acting weird — trust your gut. These aren’t little bugs. They’re signs of a system out of spec.

2. Get a second opinionHave the vehicle scanned and inspected by a professional who specializes in ADAS — not just someone who owns a scan tool.

3. Contact the ADAS Certification Safety Alliance (ACSA)Visit adascertificationsafetyalliance.com and connect with someone who can help you find a qualified calibration specialist in your area.

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Final Word: If Your Car Doesn’t Feel Right, It Probably Isn’t

Your systems are there to protect you. If they’re off, you’re not just annoyed — you’re at risk.

Let’s fix that. ACSA is here to help.