{"id":1398,"date":"2020-10-30T22:52:24","date_gmt":"2020-10-30T22:52:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.justinian.com\/?post_type=faqs&#038;p=1398"},"modified":"2024-01-03T17:32:53","modified_gmt":"2024-01-03T23:32:53","slug":"should-i-get-my-car-checked-out-after-an-accident","status":"publish","type":"faqs","link":"https:\/\/www.justinian.com\/es\/faqs\/debo-hacer-que-revisen-mi-automovil-despues-de-un-accidente\/","title":{"rendered":"Should I get my car checked out after an accident?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>It is always a good idea to get your car checked out after an auto accident. Your vehicle\u2019s engine and steering can be majorly damaged by even a minor impact.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Small cracks, leaks and dislodged parts can lead to misalignment, a loss of power and even engine or powertrain failure. Many of these are critical safety matters that could lead to being stranded or the loss of control over your vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, your vehicle can lose value from cosmetic damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And if you have been in a car accident in Texas, the insurance laws of Texas permit you to choose which mechanic you use for your repairs. So you can at least have your automobile examined by a licensed mechanic that you trust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At worst, you will have peace of mind that your vehicle is in safe and working order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cosmetic-damage-after-a-vehicular-collision-can-devalue-your-automobile\">Cosmetic Damage After a Vehicular Collision Can Devalue Your Automobile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The value of your car may be diminished if you have cosmetic damage like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"check-list wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scraped \/ scratched \/ chipped paint<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Broken or bent lights and mirrors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-mechanical-damage-can-be-hard-to-detect-without-proper-inspection\">Mechanical Damage Can Be Hard To Detect Without Proper Inspection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>More importantly, even \u201cfender-benders\u201d and other minor car accidents can damage your vehicle in ways that make it unsafe to drive:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"751\" src=\"https:\/\/www.justinian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Cosmetic-Damage-After-a-Vehicular-Collision.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1952\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.justinian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Cosmetic-Damage-After-a-Vehicular-Collision.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.justinian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Cosmetic-Damage-After-a-Vehicular-Collision-460x540.jpg 460w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"481\" src=\"https:\/\/www.justinian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Mechanical-Damage-Can-Be-Hard-To-Detect.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1954\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.justinian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Mechanical-Damage-Can-Be-Hard-To-Detect.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.justinian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/Mechanical-Damage-Can-Be-Hard-To-Detect-540x406.jpg 540w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<ul class=\"check-list wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Engine Overheating<\/strong><br>Even a minor collision can crack or damage your vehicle\u2019s cooling system, including the radiator, fan and coolant lines. If the system malfunctions, your engine could suddenly overheat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Power Steering Problems<\/strong><br>Damage to the power steering system can include a cracked power steering fluid hose. If the hose leaks too much fluid, you may lose power steerin. The steering wheel could suddenly become unable to turn while driving.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Misaligned Wheels Or Axle<\/strong><br> A vehicular impact does not need to be strong to throw off a vehicle\u2019s alignment.Misalignment can cause a vehicle to <em>pull<\/em> to one side. A drive has to compensate for the automobile\u2019s misdirection. It becomes difficult to stay in the lane, and poses a major safety concern.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<ul class=\"check-list wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Failed Powertrain<\/strong><br>A vehicle\u2019s powertrain transmits power from the engine to the axles.<br><br>The powertrain includes many components and hoses, mounted to various brackets. If any one of these parts is damaged or dislodged by a vehicle accident, the powertrain may leak fluid or vibrate improperly.<br><br>Over time, this can lead to total failure of the powertrain. The car could suddenly lose power and control.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Battery<\/strong><br>A vehicle battery can be dislodged or moved by even a small auto collision. The sediment inside the battery can short out the lead plates. Your battery could die without warning, leaving you stranded.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"481\" src=\"https:\/\/www.justinian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/picture-showing-muscular.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1955\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.justinian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/picture-showing-muscular.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.justinian.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/picture-showing-muscular-540x406.jpg 540w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Even if your Texas<\/strong> <strong>auto accident was minor, you should probably have your automobile examined after a collision.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are unsure of who will pay for repairs, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.justinian.com\/about-us\/\">speak to a Texas car accident attorney<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may have rights you do not know about, and may be entitled to compensation by an insurance policy or employer of the at-fault driver.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"template":"","faq_tax":[13],"class_list":["post-1398","faqs","type-faqs","status-publish","hentry","faq_tax-property-damage"],"acf":[],"x_date":"octubre 30, 2020","x_metadata":{"_yoast_wpseo_primary_faq_tax":"13","_yoast_wpseo_focuskeywords":"[]","_yoast_wpseo_keywordsynonyms":"[\"\"]","_trp_translated_slug_es_ES":"debo-hacer-que-revisen-mi-automovil-despues-de-un-accidente","_yoast_wpseo_metadesc":"It is always a good idea to get your car checked out after an auto accident. 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