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While driving on a busy freeway in Riverside county, a metal object hit and punctured my gas tank causing it to leak. My gas pump was also shattered. Does it fall under collision or comprehensive coverage? My insurance adustor determined that it is under collision. What do you think?

Your insurance adjuster appears to be correct. The collision part of your policy covers damage caused when your vehicle hits, or is hit by, another vehicle, or other object. The coverage should thus allow your car to be repaired for the damages done by the object that hit your car, less your deductible.

The comprehensive portion of your policy covers your car if it is stolen or damaged by fire, flood or animals. Our learning center has sections such as coverage definitions you might find helpful.

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This car insurance question was asked on 11/29/2005
This auto insurance answer was last updated on 11/30/2005
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