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Originally Posted by kern417
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Originally Posted by F32Fleet
Basically what you're saying is if I buy a bad batch of correctly serialized Bosh plugs which damage my engine, BMW will warranty the repairs if my vehicle is within the factory warranty period?
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Yes. It is illegal for BMW to mandate that BMW-branded hardware be used on your car. The only case they can is if they have patented designs/process that they can prove that only they can manufacture due to complex design or whatever. That's why when you look up specs for oil, coolant, plugs, etc. in your service manual, it typically says "or equivalent." |
For some reason I thought I already knew this.
So in my example BMW would pay for everything except for new plugs. Would BMW then bill Bosch for the repair work? .
So how do the OEM's protect themselves from counterfeit/3rd shift/non-oe spec parts?