Limitations of Forward Attention Warning

Forward Attention Warning may not operate properly or may operate unexpectedly under the following circumstances:

  • The driver is wearing sunglasses, special glasses, infrared cutoff glasses, refracting glasses or thick glasses

  • The driver has heavy eye makeup (eyeliner, mascara, colour makeup, false eyelash) or piercings around the eyes

  • The view of the driver is blocked by their hair, hat, etc.

  • The driver is winking or wearing an eye patch on one eye

  • The driver’s face is covered partially by a mask, muffler, etc.

  • The view of the driver is blocked by incoming light from outside of the vehicle

  • Light from outside, sunlight or infrared LED light of the camera is reflected by glasses or sunglasses

  • The driver turns or lowers their head so that the face or eyes are hidden from the camera

  • The driver shakes their head or adverse road conditions cause excessive vehicle vibrations while driving

  • The driver is improperly positioned in the driver's seat so that their face is not detected

  • The driver is too tall or short

  • The camera is blocked by the driver's grip on the steering wheel

  • More than two people are looking at the instrument cluster simultaneously from the driver’s seat

  • The driver’s eyes are narrowed due to laughing or sun glare

  • The camera incorrectly recognizes a picture or mannequin that is of similar size to the driver’s face

  • There are other devices using infrared light in the vehicle