At what water level is a car considered a flooded vehicle?

[AidenFitz]

When a vehicle is submerged beyond the engine hood, it is referred to as a flooded vehicle. Additional information: Definition: A flooded vehicle generally refers to a car that has been soaked in water, typically meaning the wiring harness has been submerged, with water depth exceeding one-third of the wheel height, and the vehicle's bottom components being in prolonged contact with water. Such vehicles pose significant risks, as the electrical circuits are prone to short circuits, fires, and other accidents. Flooded vehicles are also known as water-damaged cars and can generally be categorized into three types based on the extent of water immersion: water-damaged, partially flooded, and fully flooded. Measures: If accidentally entering a high-water area, the engine must be turned off as soon as possible, and no further action should be taken. Blindly restarting the engine can, in severe cases, lead to engine failure.