How to repair the reversing camera if it is broken? Summary of popular solutions across the network
In the past 10 days, discussions about car reversing camera failures have soared on major social platforms and automotive forums. Many car owners have reported that the reversing image screen suddenly goes black, is blurred, or cannot be started. This problem becomes more concentrated after the rainy season. This article will provide you with structured solutions based on hot discussions across the Internet.
1. Common fault causes and frequency statistics

| Fault type | Proportion | Typical symptoms |
|---|---|---|
| Poor line contact | 42% | Good times and bad times/increased on rainy days |
| Water enters the camera | 28% | Blurred picture/fog |
| Host system failure | 15% | Black screen/stuck |
| blown fuse | 10% | Completely unresponsive |
| other reasons | 5% | Special car model compatibility issues |
2. Step-by-step maintenance guide
Step 1: Basic inspection (takes 5 minutes)
① Check whether the trunk wiring harness is squeezed (popular case: a design defect in the wiring harness of a German car)
② Test whether the reversing light is on (preliminary judgment of power supply)
③ Clean the surface of the camera (Tik Tok’s popular tip: wipe with alcohol cotton pads)
Step 2: Advanced troubleshooting (takes 15-30 minutes)
① Test using backup camera (recent sales of Pinduoduo car cameras have increased by 35%)
② Check the oxidation condition of the host terminals (the actual measurement video of the UP host at Station B has over 500,000 views)
③ Measure the continuity of the fuse (a multimeter is required, Xiaohongshu has more than 10,000 relevant tutorials in its collection)
3. Maintenance cost reference table
| Maintenance method | Material cost | Labor cost | Warranty period |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4S shop maintenance | 300-800 yuan | 200-400 yuan | 1 year |
| Chain quick repair shop | 200-500 yuan | 150-300 yuan | 6 months |
| DIY repair | 50-300 yuan | 0 yuan | Depending on the accessories warranty |
| Modification shop upgrade | 800-2000 yuan | contains | 2 years |
4. 3 practical tips that are hotly discussed on the Internet
1.Waterproof tape sealing method(Tik Tok topic #Car Repair Skills has 12 million+ views)
Use electrical waterproof tape to wrap around the camera wiring to prevent 90% of water intrusion failures.
2.System reset key combination(No. 17 hot search on Weibo)
Press and hold the "menu key + volume key" at the same time for 10 seconds to solve the problem of host crashes of some brands.
3.Cell Phone Alternatives(Zhihu hot post has 32,000 collections)
The temporary use of mobile phone holder + wide-angle lens costs less than 50 yuan and is suitable for emergencies.
5. Professional advice
According to the latest research data from Autohome:
- 82% of simple faults can be solved through self-examination
- The average lifespan of original cameras is 4-6 years
- The failure rate of modified sub-factory parts is 47% higher than that of the original factory
It is recommended to give priority to troubleshooting line problems. If a host module failure is involved, it is recommended to use original parts for repair.
6. Precautions
① Use a professional pry bar when removing the trim panel (recent sales of related tools on Taobao increased by 200%)
② Modified lines must comply with GB/T 19056-2012 standards
③ During the warranty period, it is recommended to contact the 4S store first (315 complaint data shows that unauthorized repairs are easy to lose the warranty)
Through the above structured solutions, most reversing image faults can be effectively dealt with. If the problem is still unresolved, it is recommended to use platforms such as "Car Quality Network" to check the complaints about similar models, or go to a professional agency for testing.
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