A Fender Mishap is a type of car accident that occurs when a vehicle collides with the front fender of another vehicle. It is usually caused by a driver not paying attention to the road or driving too close to the other vehicle. The term 'Fender Mishap' is derived from the fact that the front fender of the vehicle is usually damaged in the collision. The solution to the crossword for this term is DENT, which is an indication of the damage that can occur in a Fender Mishap.