Can a cracked rear bumper be repaired?
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If it's a minor crack, it can be repaired. The repair process is as follows: 1. First, remove the bumper and identify the area that needs repair. Then, use a plastic welding gun to heat and weld the crack from the back. 2. While heating the plastic welding rod, move along the crack. After welding, wait for the temperature to drop to complete the repair. 3. If there is severe deformation or breakage, it can only be replaced at a 4S shop. Below is an introduction to bumpers: 1. Definition: A car bumper is a safety device designed to absorb and mitigate external impacts, protecting the front and rear parts of the vehicle body. 2. Composition: A plastic car bumper consists of three parts: the outer panel, the cushioning material, and the crossbeam. The outer panel and cushioning material are made of plastic, while the crossbeam is formed by stamping cold-rolled sheet metal into a U-shaped channel. The outer panel and cushioning material are attached to the crossbeam.
As a friend who runs a small auto repair shop, I often help people fix such minor issues. A cracked rear bumper can definitely be repaired—it just depends on the size and location of the crack. Plastic bumpers can be fixed using heat welding or special adhesive, and small cracks don’t cost much, maybe just 200–300 RMB. For larger cracks or structural damage, repairs get more complicated and may affect support integrity—in such cases, it’s better to replace the entire bumper to avoid future cracking. The repair process is straightforward: clean the crack, heat-bond it, then sand and repaint. While driving, try to avoid collisions. A cracked bumper may not affect short-term use, but over time, dust and moisture can accelerate rusting, leading to hidden risks. If you want to DIY, you can buy a repair kit for fun, but for quality assurance, it’s best to go to a professional shop—safer and longer-lasting.
