What to Do Right After a Car Accident in Vaughan — A Step-by-Step Guide

Even a minor fender-bender can shake your nerves. Knowing what to do right after a car accident can help protect you legally, medically, and financially.

At Number 7 Repair Centre, we’ve helped thousands of Vaughan and GTA drivers navigate this process safely — from the moment of impact to the moment you pick up your fully repaired vehicle.

Here’s a step-by-step guide you can save or share with family members.

Step 1 — Stay Calm and Check for Injuries

First, ensure everyone’s safety. Move to a safe location, if possible, turn on your hazard lights, and call emergency services if anyone is injured.

Avoid admitting fault or discussing details of the crash with other drivers — simply exchange insurance and contact information.

Step 2 — Document the Scene

Take detailed photos of:

All vehicles involved (wide and close shots)

License plates

Road conditions and traffic signs

Damage from multiple angles

This documentation will help your insurer and body shop create a precise repair plan.

Step 3 — File a Police Report (if required)

In Ontario, collisions with injuries or damage exceeding $2,000 must be reported to the police or a Collision Reporting Centre. Vaughan and Woodbridge both have local reporting centers where you can complete this step quickly.

Step 4 — Notify Your Insurance Provider

Call your insurance company as soon as possible. Provide the photos, police report number, and contact details of any other drivers involved.

Remember: you have the right to choose your own repair shop — even if your insurer suggests another facility.

Step 5 — Choose an OEM Certified Collision Repair Centre

This step is crucial. Not all shops are the same, and OEM-certified facilities like Number 7 Repair Centre follow manufacturer-approved repair procedures that protect your warranty and safety systems.

We use genuine parts, brand-specific paint systems, and OEM calibration tools — ensuring your car performs exactly as it did before the collision.

Step 6 — Get an Estimate and Authorize Repairs

Our team will inspect the damage, prepare a digital estimate, and explain every repair step. We can communicate directly with your insurer and handle all claim paperwork, saving you time and stress.

Step 7 — Pick Up Your Car with Confidence

Before you drive away, we’ll review the full repair with you, show before/after documentation, and guarantee the work with a lifetime warranty on all OEM-certified repairs.

Bonus Tip — Prepare Ahead

Keep the following in your glovebox:

Insurance pink slip

Phone charger

Emergency contact list

Pen, paper, and flashlight

You never plan for a collision — but being ready can make all the difference.

Need Help After a Collision?

Contact Number 7 Repair Centre in Vaughan — the GTA’s trusted OEM-certified collision repair facility for Honda, Toyota, Hyundai, Nissan, and more.

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