Warranty void after stereo upgrade.

manuelpolaco · 06-14-2009, 08:40 PM

Did somebody had problem with the warranty after upgrading the stereo system. I want to know the experience and opinion of the forum. So far no problems with me but I heard that they can void the battery replacement.

dannygenio · 06-14-2009, 10:40 PM

that would be fucked up....but I never seen that case

Duhst · 06-14-2009, 10:41 PM

shit i hope not... that would suck!

JoeyFiasco · 06-15-2009, 07:06 AM

The dealership can obviously deny claims if there is something wrong with the stereo or speakers after an upgrade. They can’t deny a claim to your suspension or drivetrain for example if all you did was mess around with the sound system.

fdiprete · 06-15-2009, 07:51 AM

I've seen a post here about a battery replacement not covered. I have not personally had a chance to experience this.

I modded the stereo in my e36 and the battery went dead 7 years later, long after the warranty was up. I expect the bmw battery to last, so I'm not worried about it.

ctgazer · 06-15-2009, 08:08 AM

they could say battery failure was caused by excessive power drawing...but it would really depend on the dealer...

Tegs4tugs · 06-15-2009, 09:55 AM

I believe they could only void warranty to anything pertaining the stereo and any electrical system linked to the stereo upgrade, I would imagine they could void the battery as the system is directly connected to it. Thats why I made my system easily removable in case I need to take it in for warranty.

2000xpsd · 06-15-2009, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Tegs4tugs

I believe they could only void warranty to anything pertaining the stereo and any electrical system linked to the stereo upgrade

that is true...if there is an electrical problem and it's traced back to the item that was installed it's not covered

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JoeyFiasco Major 27 Rep 1,211 Posts Drives: '09 Coupe Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: P'boro, UK iTrader: (0)	The dealership can obviously deny claims if there is something wrong with the stereo or speakers after an upgrade. They can’t deny a claim to your suspension or drivetrain for example if all you did was mess around with the sound system.
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fdiprete First Lieutenant 23 Rep 339 Posts Drives: 2014 512i xdrive Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: NH iTrader: (2)	I've seen a post here about a battery replacement not covered. I have not personally had a chance to experience this. I modded the stereo in my e36 and the battery went dead 7 years later, long after the warranty was up. I expect the bmw battery to last, so I'm not worried about it.
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Tegs4tugs First Lieutenant 13 Rep 390 Posts Drives: BMW E90 33?i \| 90 Integra B20 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Westchester County, NY iTrader: (1)	I believe they could only void warranty to anything pertaining the stereo and any electrical system linked to the stereo upgrade, I would imagine they could void the battery as the system is directly connected to it. Thats why I made my system easily removable in case I need to take it in for warranty. __________________ \|33?i e90\|Platinum Silver black leather w aluminum trim\|6spd\|Sport\|Premium\|Mtec v3\|Rockford Fosgate System\| \|2015 Lexus IS250 AWD\|Pearl White w Tan int\|Premium\|Navi\| \|2000 integra DC4\|Silver Gray int\|5spd\|B20 Motor\|
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