Post-Repair Inspection Report

Quality inspection template for verifying completed collision repairs against OEM procedures, safety requirements, and repair completeness before vehicle release.

Inspection Details

• Vehicle and repair order identified
  Record the vehicle year, make, model, VIN last 8, repair order number, and inspector name.
• Inspection date and time recorded
• Repair documentation available for review
  Repair plan, estimate, OEM procedures, supplements, and supporting photos are available before inspection.

OEM Procedure and Repair Plan Verification

• Completed repairs match approved repair plan
  Verify all billed and completed operations align with the final approved repair plan and supplements.
• Required OEM procedures were followed
  Confirm applicable OEM repair, replacement, calibration, welding, bonding, corrosion protection, and torque procedures were completed.
• Required fasteners, adhesives, seam sealers, and corrosion protection applied
  Verify use of specified parts, materials, and application methods per OEM requirements.
• Non-conformances documented and communicated
  Any deviation from OEM procedures, estimate, or repair plan is documented and escalated for review.

Structural, Body, and Safety Integrity

• Structural repairs completed with no visible deficiency
  Inspect rails, pillars, aprons, floor, welds, and attachment points for completeness, alignment, and visible defects.
• Airbag, SRS, and restraint system indicators normal
  No warning lights remain illuminated after repair and any required diagnostic steps or calibrations are complete.
• Seat belts, latches, hinges, and closures operate correctly
  Verify doors, hood, trunk, liftgate, seat belts, and related safety hardware function properly and latch securely.
• No evidence of fluid leaks, loose components, or exposed damage
  Check for leaks, missing retainers, unsecured trim, exposed sharp edges, or other safety hazards.

Mechanical, Electrical, and Calibration Verification

• Required scans, resets, and calibrations completed
  Verify diagnostic trouble codes were addressed and any ADAS, sensor, steering angle, or module calibrations required by OEM procedures were completed.
• Warning lamps and fault codes cleared or dispositioned
  Confirm the vehicle has no unresolved safety-related warning lamps or documented exceptions approved for release.
• Electrical functions operate as intended
  Test lighting, signals, windows, mirrors, infotainment, charging ports, and other repaired electrical systems.
• Road test completed and no abnormal operation observed
  Verify steering, braking, suspension, noise, vibration, and drivability are acceptable after repair.

Final Appearance and Delivery Readiness

• Panels, gaps, finish, and alignment acceptable
  Assess fit, finish, color match, texture, panel gaps, and visible workmanship quality.
• Interior and exterior areas cleaned and free of repair debris
  Verify the vehicle is clean, free of loose parts, tools, masking materials, and repair residue.
• Customer delivery items complete
  Confirm keys, manuals, removed parts disposition, warnings, and any post-repair instructions are ready for delivery.

Inspector Sign-Off and Corrective Action

• Deficiencies listed with corrective action
  Document all deficiencies, non-conformances, and required corrective actions before release.
• Inspection approved for release
  Final approval that the vehicle is safe, complete, and ready for delivery.
• Inspector signature