Does water entering the engine count as a flooded vehicle?

[ColeDella]

Water entering the engine does count as a flooded vehicle. A flooded vehicle refers to a car that has been submerged in water, typically where major components such as the engine, transmission, or chassis have been soaked. This usually occurs when the water depth exceeds the wheel level or the car is immersed in water above one-third of the wheel height for an extended period. A flooded car is one that has been submerged, and the damage to such vehicles can be severe, generally categorized into three levels. The specifics are as follows: Level 1: Water depth exceeds the wheels and enters the interior. Level 2: Water depth rises above the dashboard. Level 3: Water submerges the roof. Typically, Level 1 flooded vehicles are the most common, often affected by weather or road conditions that leave the car parked in deep water.