OnStar’s Third Button?

[Franswa38]

Hello,

What’s the deal with the third button on the OnStar system? I know the red button is for emergencies and the blue one is for general assistance, but what about that leftmost button? Has anyone figured out its purpose?

 

[pointerjack]

So I hit the button, and... well, nothing happened. It didn't do a single thing. Totally unresponsive.

 

[queencakes]

I stumbled upon a statement from Honda saying it was actually cheaper to add the button just in case they ever figured out a use for it, rather than going through the hassle of developing new electronics and moldings down the road.

 

[GameJ0hn1]

I stumbled upon a statement from Honda saying it was actually cheaper to add the button just in case they ever figured out a use for it, rather than going through the hassle of developing new electronics and moldings down the road.

Is it only me laughing on this one? I find it funny.

 

[r0br@ceR2]

Older OnStar cars used to have this extra button, but they had to shut it down when that old 2G network was decommissioned. There were three buttons total:

Red: This was for real emergencies, like if someone needs help, you're in a scary situation, or you see a wreck.
Blue: This one was for things like getting roadside help, figuring out directions, and stuff like that.
Black: This was for making calls without taking your hands off the wheel.