Where is Honda Sensing located?
In most Honda vehicles, Honda Sensing hardware is housed in the front portion of the car: a forward‑facing camera mounted behind the windshield near the rearview mirror, and a radar sensor tucked behind the grille. Additional sensors live in the bumpers for parking and collision mitigation. Exact placement can vary by model and generation.
What makes up Honda Sensing hardware
Honda Sensing relies on a combination of sensors that work together to monitor the road, detect obstacles, and assist the driver. Here is a breakdown of the typical hardware locations you might find in most current models.
- Forward-facing camera: Mounted behind the windshield, near the top, just behind the rearview mirror; it reads lane markers and traffic signs and supports features like Lane Keeping Assist and Traffic Sign Recognition.
- Radar sensor: Usually housed in the front grille or central lower bumper area; it provides distance and speed data to features like Adaptive Cruise Control and Collision Mitigation Braking System.
- Ultrasonic sensors: Embedded in the front and rear bumpers to detect nearby objects at parking speeds; used for Low-Speed Braking and Parking Assist features.
- LaneWatch or side camera (where offered): A supplementary camera on the right-side mirror (LaneWatch) or other side cameras in some models for blind-spot and surround-view functionality—though LaneWatch is not universal and not always integrated with Honda Sensing.
The exact configuration can differ by model year, trim level, and regional market, so verifying in the owner's manual or dealer documentation for a specific vehicle is recommended.
Model-by-model variations
Some Honda models use only camera-based sensing in certain markets, while others combine radar with camera; new generations may incorporate more compact sensors or updated software. Always check your vehicle’s dashboard or user guide for the precise sensor layout for your car.
In practice: identifying sensors on your vehicle
To identify where Honda Sensing hardware sits on a given car, look for the following cues: a small windshield-mounted camera behind the rearview mirror, a discreet radar grille sensor in the lower front grille, and multiple small ultrasonic ports in the bumper edges. The presence of LaneWatch depends on the trim and market.
Summary
Honda Sensing hardware is primarily located at the front of the vehicle, combining a windshield-mounted camera and a front radar sensor, with additional sensors in the bumpers. Exact placements vary by model and generation, so consult the owner's manual for your specific car to know precisely what sensors are present and where they live.
