Have you ever had a warranty claim rejected due to having a remap?

[hatchfanatic06]

Also, how can they tell if you've had a remap? Does their software flash red and sirens go off?!

MK6s cannot be remapped through the traditional means of ODBII port. They have to remove physically remove your ECU which means they have to slot the security screws (that clamp the wiring harnass) and remove them and then open up your ECU. Where alot of people get caught (atleast in the states) is the tune dealer will not replace them with OEM ones so that it would visually look un-tampered. The company that i went with allows me to change programs I.E. octane levels as well as stock. So i can literally go back to stock file and turn out the ECU security lockout so that nothing can be accessed without a password (making the tune entirely stealth.)

However up until recently i was told that volkswagen of america will not warranty any work since the vehicle is overseas. But found out that they will in fact do it for military i just have to send them the invoice. I however have zero fears about getting denied warranty as i can make my tune seem none existent.

-sean

[mkviken]

the european model golf gti can be remapped as the ecu isn't locked like the US version.

[hatchfanatic06]

the european model golf gti can be remapped as the ecu isn't locked like the US version.

man i knew you guys had all the good stuff

[mkviken]

 

Yep there must be alot of bullsh!t laws and legislation over the pond - though we have plenty over here too!

I know some bikes over in the US have retarded ignition to reduce power where EU models and Japanese don't.

[Beardo]

Well i accidentally bought the ex superchips demo car from a franchised VW dealer.

During the period of "negotiation" to get my money back, VW said they would warranty the car as it didn't have any fault codes or show any signs of wear that a remap would cause. This was despite it being ragged around many an airfield by every man and his dog and countless Journos. I did advise them they were setting a rather confusing precedent with that decision but they were going to stand by it.

VW were no help at all tbh in getting the car rejected but the dealer did own up and pay me back everything reasonably quickly.

[mkviken]

Wouldn't the dealer have to look pretty hard to find any evidence of a remap though? Surely its somethin they wouldnt usually check for?

and as long as any fault or claim wasn't caused by the remap there shouldn't be an issue with keepin your warranty IMO.

If the VWR remap is just a rebranded revo or super hips map then I can see what their problem is honouring your warranty.