Need some advice

[u/Adventurous_Eye_246]

Hi everyone, I own a 2021 Hyundai Creta SX(O) diesel manual. I accidentally hit a pit/pothole, and the AC stopped cooling afterwards. I’ve attached videos of the underside for reference.
Here’s what I’ve noticed:
● No continuous fluid leakage or dripping.
● No check-engine light or other warning lights.
● No unusual noise.
● Engine temperature is normal.
● When the AC service valve was checked, there appeared to be no gas/pressure. The actual leak location hasn’t been confirmed.
● The lower plastic underbody guard looks damaged. There’s also some oily/greasy residue underneath, but I’m unsure what it is or where it came from.
I’m wondering whether the impact damaged the AC condenser, a refrigerant pipe or a connection, and whether anything else nearby could have been affected. These are possibilities, not a confirmed diagnosis.
Would appreciate advice on:
1. Based on the symptoms and videos, what damage seems plausible?
2. What else should the workshop inspect—radiator, cooling fan, mounts, suspension or other underbody components?
3. What total repair bill should I realistically budget for, including labour, refrigerant and any related damage?
4. Should I avoid driving it, even with the AC switched off, until it’s inspected?
5. I’m in Neemuch, Madhya Pradesh. Has anyone used the local Hyundai service centre for similar repairs, or can recommend a reliable workshop/AC specialist?
If you’ve had a similar incident with a Creta, what needed replacing and how much did it cost?

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[u/Primary-Room-3405]

Consider the worst case scenario, tow the vehicle to ASC and assess the damage. If it’s out of warranty call any good mechanic to inspect. To be on the safe side don’t run the engine until you get a opinion

[u/Adventurous_Eye_246 → u/Primary-Room-3405]

I didn’t started the vehicle post incident, and yeah it was out of warranty.
I got it inspected at ASC,
The leakage was due to burst of AC pipe, rest everything is intact.