void warrenty?

Discussion in 'Dodge Challenger General Discussions' started by Rosco, Dec 18, 2012.

  1. Rosco

    Rosco New Member

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    Hi Just Joined, Lots Of Good Info Here. Bought a 2012 SXT In April, Traded It In Oct. For A 2013 Blk RT. The Sxt Was A Great Car. The RT Is, You guys No.....I Have A Question For You guys & Gals? I'd like To Put a CAI On my Car. The Dealer Says it Will Void My warrenty. Is This True? Do You Have To Remove It For Service? I Just Received Bobs Delete Today, Can't open Till xmass!!! my Dealer Said Thats Ok, From the cat back, No Problem With that. I Have 1,000 Miles On Her So Far, Had the oil Changed At 500 Miles. I Had A Baracuda Back In The Late 80's. This car has Filled that Void. Thanks Guys, Rosco
     
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    SRT-Tom Well-Known Member Staff Member Super Moderator Article Writer

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    A CAI, or other aftermarket parts, does not automatically void your new car warranty. You are protected by the Magnuson-Moss Warranty. Article 15, United States Code, Section 2302, subdivision (c) states the following:

    "A dealer must prove, not just vocalize, that aftermarket equipment caused the need for repairs before it can deny warranty coverage. If the dealer cannot prove such a claim- or it proffers a questionable explanation- it is your legal right to demand compliance with the warranty. The Federal Trade Commission administers the Magnuson-Moss Act and monitors compliance with warranty law."

    For more information on this issue, see:

    http://www.impalaclub.com/naisso/magmoss.htm
     
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    That is a great bit of info Tom.
     
  4. Rosco

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    Thank you Tom For That info.