Honda Collision Mitigation Braking System Information

Collision Mitigation Braking System Information from Germain Honda of Ann Arbor

What is the Honda Collision Mitigation Braking System?™

The Collision Mitigation Braking System™ or CMBS™ is part of the Honda Sensing™ technology that helps keep all drivers safe. This system, in particular, reduces the likelihood of a frontal impact. A forward-facing camera and a radar transmitter make it possible to determine the distance and closing speed of detected objects that lie directly in front of your vehicle.

How Do I Use the Collision Mitigation Braking System™?

As one of the most sophisticated safety systems of its kind, the Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) is engineered to operate in one of three stages.

    Stage 1

  • Once the system has detected the risk of a frontal collision with a vehicle, obstacle, or pedestrian ahead – both visual and audible alerts will be issued to the driver.

    • Stage 2

  • Should the driver fail to take corrective action, the system will continue to provide visual and audible alerts while also applying the brakes lightly.

    • Stage 3

  • After the system has determined that a collision is unavoidable, strong braking will be applied in an effort to reduce the forces of the impact. Remember, CMBS may not be able to apply enough force to prevent a collision. The driver must always be attentive and aware to intervene prior to the system engaging. Also, CMBS may go straight to Stage 3 if the system determines that’s the best course of action.

Which Honda Vehicles Have the Collision Mitigation Braking System™?

You’ll find the Collision Mitigation Braking System™ as standard or available across the entire Honda model range equipped with Honda Sensing™. This revolutionary system adds an extra layer of protection that both novice and experienced drivers will appreciate when behind the wheel of their Honda vehicle.