Is car AC condenser covered under warranty?
Manufacturer’s warranty covers defects, not accidental damage or misuse. If your AC issue was from leaking refrigerant from damage to the condenser, then that would not be covered under warranty. If it was due to a defect, then it would be covered.
How much does it cost to replace a AC condenser in a car?
Car A/C condenser replacement cost about $679 with average auto AC condenser replacement prices ranging from $585 to $773 in the US for 2020 according to RepairPal.com.
How do I know if my AC compressor is under warranty?
Most manufacturers allow owners to look up existing air conditioner warranty information on their websites. This is usually done by entering the unit’s serial number, which will recall all warranty coverage associated with the system.
What is the warranty on a AC compressor?
Most manufacturers offer 5 to 10-year limited air conditioner warranties, which typically cover the compressor. Some HVAC contractors also offer labor warranties for a set term following the initial installation that cover defects associated with their work.
Why do I have to replace the compressor and the condenser at the same time?
If the original condenser isn’t replaced, the risk is that a small piece of debris that’s left behind in the original condenser will cause the compressor to fail again. Therefore, many replacement AC compressor warranties require replacement of the condenser…which is probably why your mechanic is telling you to replace both parts at the same time.
Why did my 5 ton ac unit die?
My five year old, 5 ton AC unit died a couple days ago. It was determined the condenser unit (the big box with a fan on the top that puts out hot air and sits on a concrete pad outside the house) was bad and needed to be replaced.
What happens to the AC system when a compressor fails?
What’s more, when a compressor fails, there is a tremendous amount of debris that is suddenly injected into the AC system. This debris comes from the failed compressor, and it’s almost impossible to remove this debris completely from the condenser.
How much should labor be on replacing a condenser?
It was determined the condenser unit (the big box with a fan on the top that puts out hot air and sits on a concrete pad outside the house) was bad and needed to be replaced. We figured out the thing was still under warranty, but the AC company (Waggoner’s Heating and Air in Norman OK) charged $947 for the labor to replace the unit.