Which of the following is NOT a listed location for High Strength Steel on a vehicle?

• A. Hood
• B. Door Skin
• C. Quarter Panels
• D. Rocker Panel

Answer: (D)

High-strength steel is used in areas where you want to maintain structure and control crash energy without adding extra weight. The hood, door skin, and quarter panels are commonly manufactured with high-strength steel because they contribute to stiffness and durability of the outer shell while aiding in energy absorption during a crash. The rocker panel, while part of the structural sill of the vehicle, is not typically listed as a high-strength steel location in standard training materials. It’s more of a framework member that isn’t described as an outer high-strength panel in those references. So the rocker panel is the one not listed as a high-strength steel location.