Pedestrian Protection System

In the event of a frontal vehicle impact, the Pedestrian Protection system (also known as the PedPro System) components are designed and intended to enhance the protection for pedestrians. During a frontal pedestrian impact, the purpose of the front energy absorber foam material and the pedestrian bar (also known as the leg catcher) that supports the lower front fascia is to reduce the severity of leg injuries and to position the pedestrian onto the hood of the vehicle rather than onto the pavement. These goals are intended to reduce both the severity and the debilitating nature of potential pedestrian injuries.

It should be noted that the pedestrian bar and the front energy absorber foam material must  be inspected and replaced if visually damaged following any  frontal vehicle impact, regardless of whether a pedestrian is involved.