The Magnuson-Moss Warranty act states:
"(c) Waiver of standards
The performance of the duties under subsection (a) of this section shall not be required of the warrantor if he can show that the defect, malfunction, or failure of any warranted consumer product to conform with a written warranty, was caused by damage (not resulting from defect or malfunction) while in the possession of the consumer, or unreasonable use (including failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance)."
Subsection (a) states (in brief):
"(a) Remedies under written warranty; duration of implied warranty; exclusion or limitation on consequential damages for breach of written or implied warranty; election of refund or replacement
In order for a warrantor warranting a consumer product by means of a written warranty to meet the Federal minimum standards for warranty..." [this just means the manufacturer's warranty has to meet minimum Federal requirements]
The manufacturer can claim unauthorized modifications to the vehicle fit the meaning of unreasonable use.
THE Bronco Warranty states:
"OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES ... As the vehicle owner, you should also be aware that Ford Motor Company may deny you warranty coverage if your vehicle or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, or unapproved modifications."
If an owner modifies his vehicle with an unapproved modification within the warranty period, he takes the risk of the manufacturer not enforcing the warranty. Ford clearly states what can void the warranty repair of the vehicle, which the Magnuson Act requires Ford to do.
The Baxter conversion is done. Beautifully machined, quality kit. A nice bonus is that the kit allowed a larger spin on type filter for additional media. Another bonus is that, as unlikely as it would be for this kit to cause an engine failure, it is easily removed and replaced with the oem cartridge if need be.
2024 Bronco Raptor, Azure Gray Metallic Tri-Coat - Haulin' ass and suckin' gas in Easton PA.
