Will There Be Major Issues After a Rear-Ended Car Is Repaired?
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Generally, there should be no structural issues, but the aesthetic outcome depends on the thoroughness of the repairs. Make sure the repair technician pays close attention during the process. If your car is rear-ended and the other party is fully at fault, you can claim compensation from the insurance company with the other party's driving license and a copy of their compulsory traffic insurance. Below is the liability division for rear-end collisions on highways: 1. If the rear car hits the front car while it is moving: the rear car bears full responsibility. 2. If the front car lacks taillights at night: the front car bears secondary responsibility, while the rear car bears primary responsibility. 3. If the front car is parked on the road with hazard warning lights on and warning signs set up as required: the rear car bears full responsibility. 4. If the front car reverses or rolls back and hits the rear car: the front car bears full responsibility.
The severity of post-repair issues mainly depends on three factors: how severe the initial collision was, the competency of the repair shop, and whether original manufacturer parts were used. In reality, many cars that appear perfectly restored may hide latent problems, such as misaligned rear crash beams or subtle deformations in structural components—issues invisible to the naked eye. If a car is hastily patched up in a subpar workshop, the aftereffects can be even more pronounced. I once encountered a rear-ended vehicle that, half a year after repairs, revealed a deformed spare tire well causing trunk leaks—a hidden flaw undetectable during the initial repair. After picking up your car, always conduct thorough test drives, paying special attention to unusual noises from the rear suspension on rough roads and whether the vehicle pulls to one side during braking.
