What aftermarket mods will void new warranty?

[BlackhawkBill]

Anyone know offhand? Is there a concrete list somewhere which defines which mods will void warranty? I know there is a lot of gray area concerning this subject, so anyone who can help better clarify would be appreciated!

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[ckone2030]

I have not seen a list like that in this board. My understanding is that jailbreaking the ECU and tuning it will void the warranty. Not sure with other engine mods.

 

[StingertimeNC]

suspension, intake/cat-back exhaust, wheels, cosmetic stuff all ok. Tuning and power mods likely would void engine and transmission warranty if discovered. Otherwise only things directly affected by the mod in question could be voided....IMO of course.

 

[akoza]

Keep in mind some dealers will be A-holes and will try to find any excuse to not honor your warranty (for example, "you added an aftermarket spoiler so we won't replace your camshaft position sensor under warranty"). If that happens to you, find another dealer to work with.

 

[BlackhawkBill]

Understood fellas thank you so much. I'll be making a trip to my local dealer this weekend and see what they see regarding this very same question. It's pleasant to know that I can still do a good deal of mods without the fear of voiding any warranty.

 

[providenceleaf]

I’ve had so many mods on different cars. Tune, intake, exhaust, catless downpipe, coilovers just to name a few. Never had an issue at an Acura, BMW, or Porsche dealer in the last 15 years with mods.

just like someone said every dealer is different. I’ve been pretty lucky.

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