Nissan Consumer Affairs Oil Cooler Response

Wally · 06-05-2009, 11:48 AM

I completely understand

Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act:

Warrantors cannot require that only branded parts be used with the product in order to retain the warranty. -15 USC 2302(c)

From Wikipedia. Basically your warranty can NOT be voided by using an oil cooler UNLESS the dealer shows that your part caused failure.

My concern is can Nissan come back and say that though the part did not fail but it did not meet meet their specifications and requirements therefore causing a possible claim to be denied. I am not for sure and maybe someone can enlighten me has Nissan stated the requirement and specifications for on oil cooler for the vehicle. This is the gray area I am not looking at the oil cooler as an accessory i.e. wheels, stereo, suspension etc. but as an integral mechanical part that effects the most valuable part of out vehicle.

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06-05-2009, 11:48 AM	#1 (permalink)
Wally Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Austin Posts: 32 Drives: 370Z, Sport Package Rep Power: 16	I completely understand Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act: Warrantors cannot require that only branded parts be used with the product in order to retain the warranty. -15 USC 2302(c) From Wikipedia. Basically your warranty can NOT be voided by using an oil cooler UNLESS the dealer shows that your part caused failure. My concern is can Nissan come back and say that though the part did not fail but it did not meet meet their specifications and requirements therefore causing a possible claim to be denied. I am not for sure and maybe someone can enlighten me has Nissan stated the requirement and specifications for on oil cooler for the vehicle. This is the gray area I am not looking at the oil cooler as an accessory i.e. wheels, stereo, suspension etc. but as an integral mechanical part that effects the most valuable part of out vehicle.