Ford Motor Company does not approve the remanufacturing/refinishing of steel or aluminum wheels when it involves re-machining, re-plating, welding, bending, straightening, reforming or adding new material other than cosmetic coatings, as this can compromise the structural integrity of the wheel and safety of the vehicle.
Category: Manufacturer Questions
Cadillac Says You Should Not Use Salvage or Recycled Parts in Collision Repair-Here’s Why That Matters
General Motors does not support the use of salvage or recycled parts due to the sensitive nature of the safety and performance of General Motors vehicles.
Why It’s Essential That GM Recommends Pre- and Post-Repair Scans for Your Chevrolet
Prior to conducting any repairs, we take the time to run a scan tool in order to uncover any damage to the vehicle’s internal systems. The scan tool will provide diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) that tell us exactly which systems are having issues.
Here’s Why INFINITI Says You Should Not Use Aftermarket Parts in Collision Repair
When you take your INFINITI in for repairs, it is essential that you use dedicated INFINITI OEM replacement parts in order to guarantee the best possible outcome for your vehicle.
Why Volvo Only Permits OEM Parts and How That Matters for Your Repair
As a whole, Volvo does not approve of any parts other than Original Equipment Manufacturer parts. That means no aftermarket parts, reconditioned parts, or salvaged parts are acceptable for your Volvo’s repairs.
Buick Only Approves New Genuine GM Parts for Use with ADAS
If you’re not familiar with what the ADAS does, it is the modern technology that can help you avoid collisions, park easily, switch lanes safely, and more.
Why Buick Recommends Only New GM Air Bag Components
If you own a Buick and need to have your air bag system replaced, it is crucial to follow the guidelines set forth by GM.
Why Acura Rejects Wheel Reconditioning in Collision Repair
American Honda Motor Co, Inc. does not approve of any repair of steel or aluminum wheels that involves welding, bending hammering, straightening, re-machining, reforming, or adding new material.
Acura Recommends Using Only OEM Parts on Structural Repairs
American Honda does not support the use of aftermarket, alternative, reverse-engineered, or anything other than original equipment Honda or Acura parts for the collision repair of any Honda or Acura vehicle.
GM Specific ADAS Calibrations
Your vehicle is built from over 15 different high strength metals, and each type of steel has rules for how it can be heated, cut, hammered, or even if it can be welded or hammer and dollied at all