Non-OE INFINITI Parts are Not Approved on Any Collision Repairs of Any Infiniti The original parts used on an INFINITI automobile are designed and built to provide optimum fit, function, safety, and structural integrity. For this reason, INFINITI does not approve of the use of aftermarket, gray market, or imitation...
GM Has Strict Guidelines for Refinishing Wheels
In a recent “position statement” that almost every car manufacturer publishes, GM reported that it does not endorse any wheel repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening or re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's coatings, using recommended procedures, is allowed. Assessing the Damage In evaluating damage, it is the GM...
Volkswagen Says Use Only OE Parts for Wheel Reconditioning
If a body shop tells you that a non-OE part or unapproved repair process is acceptable to recondition your wheels, refer to Volkswagen’s position statement on the subject. Volkswagen’s position statement on this topic is short and clear. “A reconditioned wheel or any wheel not approved by Volkswagen may cause...
Why Chevrolet Says You Should Not Use Salvage or Recycled Parts in Collision Repair and How This Affects You
GM wants your Chevy to have the most reliable replacement parts. Nearly every car manufacturer releases “Position Statements” that instruct body shops in how to perform repairs on their vehicles to the highest standard. While all body shops should have access to this vital information, not all shops take the...