How serious is it if the chassis is scraped?
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The severity of a chassis scrape mainly depends on which part of the car was hit. If components like the exhaust pipe or catalytic converter in the chassis are scraped, only parts of the exhaust system will be damaged. If the suspension arm is deformed from the impact, the car's wheel alignment parameters will be disrupted, potentially causing the vehicle to pull to one side or produce severe friction noises. If the chassis reinforcement components are scraped, leading to coating damage, failure to address it promptly can result in severe rusting of the chassis. It is recommended that car owners inspect the chassis promptly to prevent damage. If self-inspection is not possible, the car can be taken to a 4S shop or a professional repair shop for examination. These facilities have professional lifts to raise the vehicle for a direct inspection of the chassis.