Any LTH Guys Had Warranty Problems?
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Any LTH Guys Had Warranty Problems?
Hey guys,
I'm definitely interested in taking that next step from a tune, X-pipe, filter only car to the next level and get LTH. My biggest concern is that I have a year left on my warranty and I'd hate to have something happen with the motor and it immediate be blamed on my LTH's. My question is has there been any documented cases of owners getting torched on a motor warranty claim because of their headers? I know these motors are relatively bullet proof, so I wouldn't expect there to be any issues. Any chance they could blame tranny problems on them as a result of the increased HP/TQ from the mods?
Just looking for some peace of mind (if there is any to be had).
Thanks!
I'm definitely interested in taking that next step from a tune, X-pipe, filter only car to the next level and get LTH. My biggest concern is that I have a year left on my warranty and I'd hate to have something happen with the motor and it immediate be blamed on my LTH's. My question is has there been any documented cases of owners getting torched on a motor warranty claim because of their headers? I know these motors are relatively bullet proof, so I wouldn't expect there to be any issues. Any chance they could blame tranny problems on them as a result of the increased HP/TQ from the mods?
Just looking for some peace of mind (if there is any to be had).
Thanks!
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Right, but I can at least easily return it back to stock should I have any problems. With headers, it's not to easy.
I guess I was just curious if anyone can recount any stories that occured where someone actually lost their warranty or were denied a warranty claim as a result. I know things can go wrong, but have they with anyone? It doesn't seem like those stories ever get posted or get out if it does happen. I was just curious if there were any horror stories.
I guess I was just curious if anyone can recount any stories that occured where someone actually lost their warranty or were denied a warranty claim as a result. I know things can go wrong, but have they with anyone? It doesn't seem like those stories ever get posted or get out if it does happen. I was just curious if there were any horror stories.
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Right, but I can at least easily return it back to stock should I have any problems. With headers, it's not to easy.
I guess I was just curious if anyone can recount any stories that occured where someone actually lost their warranty or were denied a warranty claim as a result. I know things can go wrong, but have they with anyone? It doesn't seem like those stories ever get posted or get out if it does happen. I was just curious if there were any horror stories.
I guess I was just curious if anyone can recount any stories that occured where someone actually lost their warranty or were denied a warranty claim as a result. I know things can go wrong, but have they with anyone? It doesn't seem like those stories ever get posted or get out if it does happen. I was just curious if there were any horror stories.
I recall a few people on here having warranty claims denied due to headers being on the car. I cant recall the names but if you did a search I am sure you can find it.
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If the ECU was cracked to tune it they will know. I dont believe these flash tuners are undetectable either to be honest but time will tell.
I recall a few people on here having warranty claims denied due to headers being on the car. I cant recall the names but if you did a search I am sure you can find it.
I recall a few people on here having warranty claims denied due to headers being on the car. I cant recall the names but if you did a search I am sure you can find it.
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If the ECU was cracked to tune it they will know. I dont believe these flash tuners are undetectable either to be honest but time will tell.
I recall a few people on here having warranty claims denied due to headers being on the car. I cant recall the names but if you did a search I am sure you can find it.
I recall a few people on here having warranty claims denied due to headers being on the car. I cant recall the names but if you did a search I am sure you can find it.
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SA's are powerless. If you blow your tranny a MB rep will want to know why. They visit the MB shops before these claims are pushed through. The rep look for everything. Tunes, Exhaust. Anything aftermarket they can blame it on to avoid paying they will. If you wanna play you gotta be willing to pay.
I recall some guy having issues with misfires I believe.
I did a quick search. This is one that I remember... https://mbworld.org/forums/c63-amg-w204/402110-terminal-miss-fire-issue-again-2.html
I recall some guy having issues with misfires I believe.
I did a quick search. This is one that I remember... https://mbworld.org/forums/c63-amg-w204/402110-terminal-miss-fire-issue-again-2.html
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My dealership know's about my LTH and ECU mod, and didn't say anything about voiding the warranty. Even I told them not to reflash my ECU because I tuned it, and they say nothing.
I think it varies from dealer to dealer.
I think it varies from dealer to dealer.
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I'm aware that LTH will void the warranty. I know that. My question all along has been has there been anyone with any issues the motor or tranny as a result of having them installed? Obviously if you blow your motor or tranny with LTH or any other mods like a tune, they will blame it on that and void your warranty. It is whether or not there have been any documented cases that I would like to know about. Or are LTH's such a bulletproof mod that if installed properly, no one has had any issues with them causing any problems?
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I'm aware that LTH will void the warranty. I know that. My question all along has been has there been anyone with any issues the motor or tranny as a result of having them installed? Obviously if you blow your motor or tranny with LTH or any other mods like a tune, they will blame it on that and void your warranty. It is whether or not there have been any documented cases that I would like to know about. Or are LTH's such a bulletproof mod that if installed properly, no one has had any issues with them causing any problems?
A bad tune will blow your motor much quicker than LTH's will.
To answer your question though, the C63 is pretty much bullet proof with mods up to that level. If you track it you might run into diff problems down the road depending on how hard you try to launch it.
I wonder how much gain these headers give above just removing the cats and putting in straight pipes and tune for that.
The restriction is the primaries. Thats for sure.
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I took my car for the regular 10K checkup. They did mentioned earlier in the report that the aftermarket exhaust could be fire hazard due to overheating. No action from them so far.
My mod is MBH LT headers+High Flow Cats+Mid Pipes
the rest is OEM.
My mod is MBH LT headers+High Flow Cats+Mid Pipes
the rest is OEM.
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I believe my post was intended for the OP, who didn't clarify answers from US members only!
No one asked for your useless and worthless opinion!
