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jake2212 · 07-30-2012, 01:27 PM

i'm just wondering what mods could cause a loss of warranty, i plan on putting an exhaust, air intake, wheels, hood, and maybe some ground effects. do any of these effect warranty?

angie7 · 07-30-2012, 01:30 PM

The way I understand it is it depends on ur dealer. Some dont want u touching the car at all. Exhaust will void ur exhaust warranty and CAI could void an engine warranty IF they can prove it is as result of the CAI. Cosmetic mods shouldnt be an issue. Im considering a tune which will void my entire warranty....

monstertodd · 07-30-2012, 01:34 PM

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magnuso...s_Warranty_Act

Your dealership has to prove that the modification that you installed, actually caused the defect that you are trying to get warranty coverage for. As per the magnuson moss warranty act.

jake2212 · 07-30-2012, 01:39 PM

thanks for the quick responses guys! and im guessing a turbo charger would be out of the question aswell

angie7 · 07-30-2012, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by jake2212

thanks for the quick responses guys! and im guessing a turbo charger would be out of the question aswell

Oh yea!

awfarley · 07-30-2012, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by monstertodd

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magnuso...s_Warranty_Act

Your dealership has to prove that the modification that you installed, actually caused the defect that you are trying to get warranty coverage for. As per the magnuson moss warranty act.

+1 for the answer to every warranty question

RollaMo · 07-30-2012, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by monstertodd

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magnuso...s_Warranty_Act

Your dealership has to prove that the modification that you installed, actually caused the defect that you are trying to get warranty coverage for. As per the magnuson moss warranty act.

Although technically true, who do you think will run out of money first fighting that issue?

If they find a non factory tune on your car, your done with the power train warranty. They don't have to prove anything else after that.
You change the operating parameters of the vehicle, and that is all the proof they need.

samikep · 07-30-2012, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by RollaMo

Although technically true, who do you think will run out of money first fighting that issue?

If they find a non factory tune on your car, your done with the power train warranty. They don't have to prove anything else after that.
You change the operating parameters of the vehicle, and that is all the proof they need.

That is pretty much what I have been told. I was told that if I change any part that part will not longer be covered, however if you tune it that will kill the entire powertrain coverage. This was from my local GM service guys.

newmoon · 07-30-2012, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by RollaMo

Although technically true, who do you think will run out of money first fighting that issue?

If they find a non factory tune on your car, your done with the power train warranty. They don't have to prove anything else after that.
You change the operating parameters of the vehicle, and that is all the proof they need.

If you tune the vehicle be prepared to open up the checkbook.

SlingShot · 07-30-2012, 02:51 PM

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Originally Posted by monstertodd

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magnuso...s_Warranty_Act

Your dealership has to prove that the modification that you installed, actually caused the defect that you are trying to get warranty coverage for. As per the magnuson moss warranty act.

No they don't, just simply making changes to your cars ECM voids the warranty contract.

Also the Act protects the use of OEM spec parts, and not aftermarket performance parts.

In a nutshell the Act states that the type of warranty offered, must be written is a simple language and can not be changed after the fact.

babytiger · 07-30-2012, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by jake2212

thanks for the quick responses guys! and im guessing a turbo charger would be out of the question aswell

..it won't void your warranty on your power window switch, or your seat belts, or your glove box....
Not trying to be a smart ass but it really depends on how mod friendly your dealer is.

BowtieBelle · 07-30-2012, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by babytiger

it really depends on how mod friendly your dealer is.

This. My dealer has let me mod the crap out of my car and kept my warranty intact. Others are not so forgiving. Results will vary by owner..

robotfighter · 07-30-2012, 03:00 PM

Ugh. I just ordered a K&N air intake filter. So that could potentially void my warranty? I have an extended 6 year warranty that cost about $1200.

babytiger · 07-30-2012, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by robotfighter

Ugh. I just ordered a K&N air intake filter. So that could potentially void my warranty? I have an extended 6 year warranty that cost about $1200.

NO. The worst that could happen warranty wise is the dealer not covering your MAF sensor. That's my opinion.

samikep · 07-30-2012, 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by babytiger

NO. The worst that could happen warranty wise is the dealer not covering your MAF sensor. That's my opinion.

I was told that by my local service guys that a dealer can void more than that because most CAI's use an oil based filter that can impact the engine, however if I utilize a CAI that utilizes a dry filter it would be no issue.

jake2212 · 07-30-2012, 03:40 PM

well what if i theoretically took off the mod before i went to the dealership for something that is covered by warranty?

TheHorse13 · 07-30-2012, 03:48 PM

THIS...

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As per my resources, The New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover any damage or failure resulting from modification, alteration or suspected tampering, to the vehicle's original equipment as manufactured or assembled by General Motors. I hope this information was helpful.

Brandon
Chevrolet Customer Service

...which means they can void you for just about anything that they want.

snaphappy · 07-30-2012, 03:59 PM

If you have an issue and need to take it into the dealer I would suggest temporarily removing the CAI and restoring the factory intake. Any other mod that you can remove, I would do it. They won't know the difference imo

moserbe · 07-30-2012, 08:41 PM

I've found that if you deal with the same dealer all the time that you won't have a problem with a CAI or performance exhaust. It's superchargers, tuning the PCM, etc that void your warranty. My dealer has no problem with the mods that I've done to the SS.

wullger · 07-30-2012, 10:09 PM

Mine's fine with the small mods I've done to my car: CAI and cat-back exhaust. It's a no-brainer that if I had an intake/MAF problem or exhaust issues that I'd be on the hook, since those components are no longer stock.

The other stuff? Psh. Cmon, they're cosmetic mods.

camarozzzz · 07-30-2012, 11:14 PM

My advice is always the same, before you mod go ask your dealership if it will affect the warranty in any, shape, way or form!

The warranties on these cars are a God-send! I would recommend keeping them!

07-30-2012, 01:27 PM	#1
jake2212 Drives: 2010 black Camaro 1SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 262	loss of warranty? i'm just wondering what mods could cause a loss of warranty, i plan on putting an exhaust, air intake, wheels, hood, and maybe some ground effects. do any of these effect warranty?

07-30-2012, 01:30 PM	#2
angie7 Smoked by a GIRL Drives: '11 1SS/RS, '13 Cruze Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Southern Indiana Posts: 2,768	The way I understand it is it depends on ur dealer. Some dont want u touching the car at all. Exhaust will void ur exhaust warranty and CAI could void an engine warranty IF they can prove it is as result of the CAI. Cosmetic mods shouldnt be an issue. Im considering a tune which will void my entire warranty.... __________________

07-30-2012, 01:34 PM	#3
monstertodd Allyourbasearebelongtous Drives: 2010 Cyber Grey Metallic 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Tega Cay, South Carolina Posts: 3,470 View My Garage	http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magnuso...s_Warranty_Act Your dealership has to prove that the modification that you installed, actually caused the defect that you are trying to get warranty coverage for. As per the magnuson moss warranty act. __________________

07-30-2012, 10:09 PM	#20
wullger Bring on the Supercharger Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Tyler, Texas Posts: 1,508 View My Garage	Mine's fine with the small mods I've done to my car: CAI and cat-back exhaust. It's a no-brainer that if I had an intake/MAF problem or exhaust issues that I'd be on the hook, since those components are no longer stock. The other stuff? Psh. Cmon, they're cosmetic mods. __________________ 2SS/RS IBM A6, White Rallies 1100: 4/30/09 2000: 6/30/09 3000: 6/30/09 3300: 7/15/09 TPW of 7/27! 3400: 7/22/09 3800: 7/28/09 #30334!! 4B00: 7/30/09 4200: 8/5/09 6000: DELIVERED! 8/18/09

07-30-2012, 01:39 PM	#4
jake2212 Drives: 2010 black Camaro 1SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 262	thanks for the quick responses guys! and im guessing a turbo charger would be out of the question aswell

07-30-2012, 03:00 PM	#13
robotfighter Drives: Black 2011 Camaro 2LS Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 172	Ugh. I just ordered a K&N air intake filter. So that could potentially void my warranty? I have an extended 6 year warranty that cost about $1200.

07-30-2012, 03:40 PM	#16
jake2212 Drives: 2010 black Camaro 1SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 262	well what if i theoretically took off the mod before i went to the dealership for something that is covered by warranty?

07-30-2012, 03:59 PM	#18
snaphappy Drives: 2011 Camaro Convertible 2SS/RS Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Olive Branch, Ms Posts: 318	If you have an issue and need to take it into the dealer I would suggest temporarily removing the CAI and restoring the factory intake. Any other mod that you can remove, I would do it. They won't know the difference imo

07-30-2012, 08:41 PM	#19
moserbe Drives: 2012 Camaro SS Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wellsboro, Pa Posts: 564 View My Garage	I've found that if you deal with the same dealer all the time that you won't have a problem with a CAI or performance exhaust. It's superchargers, tuning the PCM, etc that void your warranty. My dealer has no problem with the mods that I've done to the SS.

07-30-2012, 11:14 PM	#21
camarozzzz Drives: Blue Join Date: May 2012 Location: WA Posts: 888	My advice is always the same, before you mod go ask your dealership if it will affect the warranty in any, shape, way or form! The warranties on these cars are a God-send! I would recommend keeping them!