Does EyeSight on Subaru record?
EyeSight does not record video or routinely store camera footage. It processes the forward-facing camera feed in real time to power safety features, and video data is not kept as part of EyeSight’s standard operation.
EyeSight relies on stereo cameras to monitor traffic, pedestrians, and lane markings to support features like adaptive cruise control and pre-collision braking. Data handling and privacy are described by Subaru’s policies for EyeSight and connected services, and video recording is not a core function of EyeSight itself.
How EyeSight works
EyeSight uses dual forward-facing cameras to detect objects, determine distance, and assess lane position. The system analyzes this sensor data locally to issue warnings, assist with braking, or keep the vehicle centered in its lane. The goal is to enhance safety without requiring the driver to record or review footage.
Does EyeSight record or store data?
EyeSight does not store video or still images from its cameras in normal operation. It may log non-visual data that supports safety feature performance and diagnostic purposes, but not recorded footage for review.
What data is stored or logged
In practice, EyeSight may retain data that helps with diagnostics and feature performance, including:
- System status and software version information
- Calibration and sensor-health data
- Non-visual sensor readings used to determine speed, distance, and lane position
- Event-related data tied to safety features (for troubleshooting and improvement)
- Telemetry associated with connected services where consent is provided
Video or image data from the forward-facing cameras is not part of EyeSight’s standard data retention. The listed items are used to ensure reliability, diagnostics, and safety feature performance.
What data is not stored
Subaru’s guidance indicates that EyeSight does not routinely store or transmit visual footage from its forward cameras. If a dash cam or third-party recording device is used in the vehicle, that data handling falls outside EyeSight and would be governed by that device’s own settings and privacy terms.
Privacy and data sharing
Privacy policies for EyeSight and Subaru’s connected services outline what data may be collected, how it is used, and with whom it may be shared. In general, EyeSight’s core operation uses non-visual sensor data for safety features rather than storing video. Location data and other identifiers may be used by connected services if you enable them.
To manage privacy, customers can review consent options and privacy settings in the My Subaru app or through dealership channels. Opting out of certain data collection may affect the availability or performance of some connected services and safety features.
How to manage data sharing and privacy settings
If you want to adjust how EyeSight and related services handle data, consider the following steps. The exact steps may vary by model year and region:
- Review the vehicle’s privacy policy and terms of service for EyeSight and connected services
- Use the My Subaru app or in-vehicle menus to adjust privacy settings and consent preferences
- Disable or limit connected services that require location or diagnostic data if you do not want such data shared
- Consult your dealer for more detailed guidance on data collection, retention, and opt-out options
Bottom line: EyeSight itself does not record video, and video data is not stored as part of EyeSight’s standard operation. Any video recording would come from separate dash-cam hardware or third-party apps, with privacy terms distinct from EyeSight.
Summary
EyeSight is designed to enhance safety by processing live camera data to assist with warnings, braking, and steering tasks. It does not create or retain video footage under normal operation, focusing instead on non-visual diagnostic and sensor data. For those seeking dash-cam capabilities, separate hardware or services can provide video recording with their own privacy terms. Always check Subaru’s privacy policy and your service settings to understand what data is collected and how you can control it.
