How far can you go without voiding a warranty?
Feb 21, 2009 | 08:04 PM
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Feb 21, 2009 | 10:17 PM
#14
this is right off GM's bulletin concerning PCM programs. They are getting stricter about this stuff. They don't care if they **** off the hot rodders because they only make up about 10% of the buying public.
"If a suspicious hard part failure is observed in the engine, transmission, transfer case or driveline, perform the calibration verification described to determine if a non-GM issued engine calibration is installed. Non-GM issued engine calibrations subject driveline components to stresses different from the calibrations that these components were validated to. Repairs to engine, transmission, transfer case and/or other driveline components where a non-GM engine calibration has been verified are not covered under the terms of the New Vehicle Warranty."
"If a suspicious hard part failure is observed in the engine, transmission, transfer case or driveline, perform the calibration verification described to determine if a non-GM issued engine calibration is installed. Non-GM issued engine calibrations subject driveline components to stresses different from the calibrations that these components were validated to. Repairs to engine, transmission, transfer case and/or other driveline components where a non-GM engine calibration has been verified are not covered under the terms of the New Vehicle Warranty."
Feb 21, 2009 | 10:23 PM
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Feb 21, 2009 | 11:51 PM
#18
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Well it sounds like I need to go talk to the dealership then and make some friends. See this is my first brand new vehicle. I usually buy used so I don't have to worry about it. Maybe I'll hold off a little while and keep working on the Trans Am for now.
Feb 22, 2009 | 12:48 PM
#19
Warranty work would fall under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, and generally, the warrantor (dealer) must prove that the repairs in question are necessary due to the aftermarket/ altered parts. The catch is, generally the dealer only has to prove it to the consumer and no one else- So it can become a one word against another.
GM's attorneys won't let it happen.
Has anyone ever heard of a case being won by evoking the MMWA?
Feb 22, 2009 | 01:03 PM
#20
By law though, dealerships are supposed to be able to prove a modification caused the failure.
The law also states that the vehicle doesn't necessarily have to be repaired by the dealership. You could have it done by a certified shop and still have it covered under your warranty.
I did a bit of research on the matter so I small amount of knowledge on the matter.