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Does Going to an Independent Repair Shop Void My Manufacturer Warranty?

Does Going to an Independent Repair Shop Void My Manufacturer Warranty?

Worried that a visit to a neighborhood shop might put your factory warranty at risk? It will not, as long as the work is done on time, with the correct parts and fluids, and properly documented. The warranty covers defects, not where you buy routine maintenance. Here is a clear, practical guide so you can choose service confidently during the warranty years. What a Factory Warranty Covers and What It Doesn’t A factory warranty promises the automaker will fix defects in materials or workmanship for a set time or mileage. It does not require you to purchase routine maintenance from the dealership. If something fails, the manufacturer must honor the claim unless it can show the failure was caused by neglect, the wrong fluid, or an improper procedure. That is why accurate service, done on schedule, is the whole game. You Have a Choice, Protected by Consumer Law Consumer protection rules say a maker cannot force you to use a specific brand of p ... read more