What are the Benefits of OEM Parts vs Aftermarket Parts?
OEM Parts Use Higher Quality Materials
There are a variety of reasons why we recommend going with OEM parts. One is superior quality. OEM parts are in many ways the equivalent of brand-name medications and consumer products. In the auto industry, OEM parts are made by the same manufacturer that produced your car. They are built to the same dimensions and have the same blueprint as the original part. They are also tested on the exact model and trim level before leaving the factory and ending up in your car. In contrast, aftermarket parts are built by a third-party manufacturer. They are produced in large quantities for quantity rather than quality. There is no assurance that they will fit an exact model, and they are often made of inferior cheaper materials that can break or wear out more quickly than the materials in OEM parts.
Best In Class Support
Since they're built to a high standard, OEM parts frequently come with a warranty. The standard industry warranty period for OEM parts is one year. However, it's not uncommon to find parts that come with an even longer warranty. Since you know where the OEM part was built, your mechanic can locate the engineers who created the part if something goes wrong. This translates to quicker troubleshooting and repairs for you.
Alternatively, there is no warranty that comes with aftermarket parts. Some repair shops might give you a warranty for their labor, which means that you might get some financial relief if the part breaks in the near future. Otherwise, you're on your own to cover the cost to replace the part.
Built for Your Nissan
Another reason to get OEM parts is that they have a precise fit for your car. Since OEM parts are designed to mirror the parts that they replace, you can be assured that when you leave the dealership service center, your car will look and perform the same as it did before. When you leave with an aftermarket part, in contrast, your car may have a part that doesn't fit right. This can damage other car components or cause the part to fail prematurely. Choose OEM parts and visit our dealership today. We will be happy to give you a quote on a particular repair or part.
