Does Catback exhaust void warranty?
The answer is “possibly,” as the increased stress to these components cause by the increased power output from the turbo could indeed cause your warranty to be denied. What about a cat back exhaust system?
Are mufflers covered under extended warranty?
You may have noticed that we didn’t mention your tires, battery, or exhaust system/muffler. Those usually aren’t included under any warranty coverage, and you’ll be left footing the bill on your own. This type of warranty almost exclusively covers your engine and transmission as well as your joints and drive shaft.
Is exhaust a powertrain?
In addition to the main parts listed above, some powertrain warranties also cover things like: Wheel Bearings and Hubs. Axle Shafts. Exhaust and Intake Manifolds.
What happens if my car can’t be fixed under warranty?
What happens if the dealership can’t fix my car under warranty is that the dealership may be required to either repair the car or replace the vehicle with another vehicle. If it is something serious, it increase the strength of your potential lemon law or auto fraud case.
Can you void the warranty on an aftermarket exhaust system?
However, if your vehicle is still covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, you might be a bit leery about installing an aftermarket exhaust for fear that it will void your warranty. Will it? The truth of the matter is that adding an aftermarket exhaust system to your vehicle will not void your warranty in most cases. Note that phrase, “most cases.”
Can a muffler be replaced without a warranty?
Short answer, no. It “could” void the warranty on the exhaust, or any component that was directly affected, but otherwise the warranty will remain valid. Example, if an OEM muffler clamp broke, it “might” not be covered.
Is the warranty on a warrenty motorcycle void?
The tag even shows the upgrades with the dyno results. Of course these are performed by the dealer using SE parts. Believe it all comes down to emissions control by HD. As long as they are in control of this, warranty is good. Don’t believe slip ones alone would void any warranty. Welcome.
When does doing your own work void the warranty?
Doing your own work will not void the warranty, unless the damage can be traced to the work you did. An example – customer changed the transmission oil and forgot to put it back in. This actually happened!
However, if your vehicle is still covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, you might be a bit leery about installing an aftermarket exhaust for fear that it will void your warranty. Will it? The truth of the matter is that adding an aftermarket exhaust system to your vehicle will not void your warranty in most cases. Note that phrase, “most cases.”
Short answer, no. It “could” void the warranty on the exhaust, or any component that was directly affected, but otherwise the warranty will remain valid. Example, if an OEM muffler clamp broke, it “might” not be covered.
How does a dealer void a warranty on a car?
The saving grace for consumers is the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act of 1975. The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act states that a dealer must prove that aftermarket equipment caused the need for repairs before it can deny warranty coverage. However, if the reason for a parts failure is unclear, a dealer will usually charge you to diagnose the vehicle.
Can a warranty be voided on a Harley Davidson?
For years, all Harley owners have been at risk of having a warranty voided for installing aftermarket exhaust, removing catalytic converters, or adding EFI tuners. Clearly, dealerships are not supposed to remove catalytic converters, but it’s fine to install new Vance & Hines or other aftermarket head pipes without them?