To What Extent is a Car Considered Flooded?

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It refers to motor vehicles where the water immersion depth exceeds one-fourth of the wheel height, and the bottom components of the body are in prolonged contact with water. Below are the relevant details: 1. Flooded vehicles: Depending on the extent of water immersion, a car is considered flooded if the water level exceeds the chassis, partially flooded if it surpasses the oil dipstick, and fully flooded if it reaches above the engine hood or dashboard. Generally, the first scenario, where only the bottom of the body is in prolonged contact with water, has minimal impact on normal vehicle usage. The latter two scenarios, however, are entirely different, as they can easily lead to rusting of body components, shortened lifespan, and reduced safety performance. If the vehicle's wiring corrodes or rusts, it may cause sudden engine shutdown due to short circuits while driving, with potentially unimaginable consequences. 2. Repair: Flooded cars can be repaired to some extent, but due to the susceptibility of internal gears, belts, and other components to corrosion, and the fact that engine equipment is not waterproof, the long-term effects of water damage are unpredictable.