How to Repair a Flood-Damaged Car?

[VonBrooke]

If the flooding is recent and not severe, simply remove the water from the vehicle and dry out the interior items. If the car has been severely flooded, you should file an insurance claim and have the insurance company assess the damage before taking it to a repair shop for restoration. Repair shops typically handle flood-damaged cars by replacing all damaged components, thoroughly cleaning out water and debris from the interior, and restoring the car to normal driving condition. Flood-damaged vehicles require an electrical system inspection—if the circuits are functioning properly, the car can be started normally. Flood-damaged cars are categorized into three levels based on the severity of the damage: 1. Water depth exceeds the wheels and enters the cabin; 2. Water depth exceeds the dashboard; 3. Water submerges the roof. The first category poses relatively minor risks, and repaired cars have little impact on daily use. However, vehicles in the latter two categories, where water has surpassed the center console or completely submerged the car, remain a ticking time bomb even after repairs.