Engine warranty denials - Page 3

Nasioc_STi · 12-16-2007, 03:44 AM

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Originally Posted by ruinous

They said not to worry about breaking in the engine and just drive it like I stole it.

meaning they most likely just replaced the bad part ( rod bearing ) and reused the motor .

***Datadatum*** · 12-16-2007, 04:05 AM

Ruinous - Glad you got the car back.

What was the root cause of the engine failure?

Blackfang · 12-16-2007, 05:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nasioc_STi

meaning they most likely just replaced the bad part ( rod bearing ) and reused the motor .

Not likely. Why would they tear down a new short block assembly that is new to replace one part and then tear down the old motor to replace it under warranty. Chances are, they lost their ass off for labor and definately don't want to waste extra time messing around with 1 rod bearing. Plus Subaru will want the old short block back.

Now I would take the car back in and tell them to fix their mistake of all the missing screws/bolts. Remember, you should be getting a survey from Subaru. Give them a chance to fix the mistake. If they can't or won't, then fill the survey out based off that experience.

M3 Fanatic · 12-24-2007, 08:35 AM

DO NOT PUT UP W/ CRAP WORKMANSHIP! HAVE THEM FIX EVERYTHING AS YOU BROUGHT IT TO THEM AND INSIST THAT THEY DO SO.

I would be polite but firm in my remarks to the service manager. If he doesn't instill confidence, move onto the General Manager. Keep moving up until you get what you want. Just be polite but firm with whomever you are speaking too.

If all of this fails, THEN YOU CAN SELL THE CAR. But maybe the new buyer will carfax the VIN< have it inspected prior to sale and your car not being in good order will not get you a better price. IN the end, you may eat the $ for the crappy results you accept now.

AND ALSO, you have the court of Law in your favor if all else fails. You can sue in small claims for a decent chunk of $ should anyone EVER jerk you off on a legit warranty claim.

LSE · 12-30-2007, 05:18 AM

dude, they should clean all that stuff and replace anything that causes the car to stink. I think you're being too nice to them.

remember it wasn't YOUR fault and if any part is too dirty or got damaged from the engine failure they should clean it or replace it.

12-16-2007, 04:05 AM	#32
*Datadatum* 100% More Wingless Car: 05 STi + 08 OBXT Fav Mod: baby seats Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 5,702 Join Date: May 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Engine warranty denials Ruinous - Glad you got the car back. What was the root cause of the engine failure?

12-24-2007, 08:35 AM	#34
M3 Fanatic Junior STI Driver Car: 05 Bone stock silver Fav Mod: Cobb Stage 1........only mod Location: Connecticut Posts: 69 Join Date: Nov 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Engine warranty denials DO NOT PUT UP W/ CRAP WORKMANSHIP! HAVE THEM FIX EVERYTHING AS YOU BROUGHT IT TO THEM AND INSIST THAT THEY DO SO. I would be polite but firm in my remarks to the service manager. If he doesn't instill confidence, move onto the General Manager. Keep moving up until you get what you want. Just be polite but firm with whomever you are speaking too. If all of this fails, THEN YOU CAN SELL THE CAR. But maybe the new buyer will carfax the VIN< have it inspected prior to sale and your car not being in good order will not get you a better price. IN the end, you may eat the $ for the crappy results you accept now. AND ALSO, you have the court of Law in your favor if all else fails. You can sue in small claims for a decent chunk of $ should anyone EVER jerk you off on a legit warranty claim.

12-30-2007, 05:18 AM	#35
LSE Professional STI Racer Car: 06 STI WRB Fav Mod: Defi Gauges Location: Bethlehem PA Posts: 849 Join Date: Dec 2004 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Engine warranty denials dude, they should clean all that stuff and replace anything that causes the car to stink. I think you're being too nice to them. remember it wasn't YOUR fault and if any part is too dirty or got damaged from the engine failure they should clean it or replace it. This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.