I just got a new Subaru and they seem pretty hearty and reliable. At that same time, I tend to be pretty rough with the cars I drive. What might void my warranty?
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
I hope your new Subaru is treating you well! I also hope you are treating your new Subaru well, as abuse or misuse of your Subaru that leads to damage can void your warranty.
Here are a few ways that your Subaru can sustain damage or be misused, which voids the factory warranty:
Driving recklessly, such as sustained donuts or street racing
Neglecting regular maintenance like oil changes or tire rotations
Having parts installed by anyone other than authorized Subaru technicians, or simply installation of aftermarket parts, even if they’re
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