Did you know that more and more truckers are replacing their old parts with counterfeit parts? You may wonder why this is such a big deal when these parts are priced significantly less than the trusted name-brand parts. We understand that cost is a big factor in why these parts are being purchased, but do not forget about safety and warranty when purchasing these pieces to put in your rig.
Why you shouldn’t be purchasing counterfeit parts for your rig:
- No warranty
- Your safety
- Increased repairs
No warranty
When you buy off-market or counterfeit parts you are giving up a lot including the manufacturer’s warranty. When you buy your parts from a trusted dealer you are getting parts from the brands you trust and those brands come with a manufacturer’s warranty. This means when your “less expensive” parts go bad because they weren’t made with quality in mind, you will have to buy another part to replace it.
Your safety
We care about your safety and you should too. Safety isn’t something you can put a price on and that is why you shouldn’t consider buying your parts from anyone but a trusted dealer. When you buy counterfeit parts you are giving up your safety. Trusted manufacturer parts are tested for quality and use the best material so that your rig will keep running smoothly. Counterfeit parts are not made with quality in mind only cost so that they can sell to you at a cheaper cost.
Increased repairs
When buying counterfeit parts you are going to be dealing with increased repairs. Like we’ve stated previously, counterfeit parts were not made with quality in mind. Therefore, when installing and trying to run your rig with these parts you are going to notice more wear and tear and these parts may possibly cause other problems within your rig if you are not careful. These unexpected repairs are going to cost you more money in maintenance and they may also result in downtime which means you won’t be on the road making money.
Remember, the few dollars you are saving here and there buying counterfeit parts are not worth it. Be sure to always buy your parts from a trusted dealer who always deals directly with the trusted brands that have been around for years.
Don’t forget that NDI is your one-stop shop for getting the job done. Just stop by our store today at 2084 North Dixie Highway, Lima, Ohio 45801 or call us at 419-222-8785 to make an appointment. And if an emergency does strike, our 24/7 Emergency Service line is always ready to help, 1-800-440-9523.