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50 MILLION VEHICLES ON THE ROAD HAVE OPEN RECALLS

Over 40% of all cars 5 years or older have been involved in an accident and sustained damage.

FAULTY AIRBAGS HAVE LED TONUMEROUS TRAGIC ACCIDENTS

A prior accident has the potential to reduce a car's value by up to 35%

20% OF PASSENGER VEHICLES HAVE OPEN SAFETY RECALLS

Inadequate accident repair work may lead to aesthetic flaws and compromise the safety of the vehicle

Importance of Checking a Vehicle for Prior Accidents

When buying a car, it's crucial to have a comprehensive understanding of its history, especially regarding any past accidents. The significance of obtaining this information cannot be overstated, as it directly impacts the car's safety, performance, and overall value.
Accidents can cause unseen damage to a vehicle's mechanical components and compromise the car's ability to protect occupants in future incidents. Understanding the extent of past damages helps in assessing the overall health of the car and potential future maintenance needs. Accident records can provide crucial insights into the vehicles past and possible structural integrity.
As well as considering the vehicles condition a car with prior accident history often holds a lower resale value. Buyers are generally advised to stay away from cars with extensive damage history. In most cases it is worth paying a bit more for a vehicle with a documented and accident-free past.
A VinCheckUp Vehicle History Report is a detailed document summarizing a vehicle's history, encompassing accident records, title problems, odometer readings, sales, images, and ownership data. It offers comprehensive accident report information with details like incident severity, damage location, accident dates, images, airbag deployment status, and a brief description.
Armed with a Vehicle history report buyers can make an informed decision and sellers can transparently represent the vehicle's history, fostering trust and expediting the sales process.
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The effect accident history has on cars ownership costs, safety and value

A modern vehicle depends on a complex array of systems and components for its proper operation. Elements like car computers, electronics, drivetrain, suspension components, and body panels can all be impacted during an accident, flood, theft or any other significant event. In some instances, a collision could impact a singular component or system, while in other cases, multiple systems may be affected.

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Collision Damage

The impact of collision damage varies based on the severity of the crash. The potential damage can possibly effect various vital components such as the coolant system, AC condenser, core support, frame rails, engine, suspension, wheels, driveline components, modules, wiring headlights, bumpers, tail lights, body panels, and other vehicle systems.

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Vandalism & Theft

This type of damage is usually defined by deliberate damage to the vehicle, such as keying, graffiti, broken windows and theft of potentially valuable automotive components.

Understanding the type of incident damage is crucial for assessing the extent of repairs needed and the potential long-term effects on the vehicle's performance and safety.

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Storm Damage & Fires

When it comes to cars, storm damage and fires can have severe and lasting effects. Storm damage, often caused by events like hailstorms or floods, can harm both the exterior and interior of a car.

Hail can dent and crack the body, while floods can infiltrate crucial systems.

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