Attention: TDR Forum Junkies I'm almost ready to put a K&N air filter in my truck for the benefit of air flow, lower cost in the long run, the popularity of K&N and the extra turbo music. The warranty is my only concern. It states in writing that is DOES NOT cover any expense caused by a possible defect in the filter. K&N will only replace "the filter" if they determine that the owner meets their requirements.
Fram on the other hand, states in their warranty that they will cover any engine damage caused by a possible defect in any of their filters. Of course the damage would have to by proved to have been caused by the filter but documentation by the mechanic and shop of repair would start that ball rolling. It has happened with WIX oil filters and they paid for several Cummins engines damaged by their oil filters. What a nightmare but they did pay up and stand behind their product.
Am I misinterpreting the K&N warranty or are they not sure enough of their product to warranty the results of it to the extent that a lowly company such as Fram will?
THE WARRANTY:
All K&N Filtercharger® replacement air filter elements - as specified below - are warranted against defective materials or workmanship for one million miles or ten years, whichever comes first.
WHAT IS WARRANTED:
Any Filtercharger® air filter element specified for and used as an OEM replacement element; i. e. K&N part numbers in the E-0000-E-2000 and 33-0000 series and motorcycle original equipment replacement elements, except those units sold for dual purpose and/or off-road use.
WHO IS COVERED BY WARRANTY:
The original purchaser of a Filtercharger® who has returned a warranty registration card to K&N and provided all the requested information.
WHAT IS NOT WARRANTED:
Any Filtercharger® air filter used for any type of racing or competition, any off-road use, custom or modified applications, any non-legal highway use, marine, aircraft or industrial applications. (These units are covered by a one year unlimited mileage warranty. )
WHAT VOIDS THE WARRANTY:
Incorrect Service: The Filtercharger® element must be cleaned and serviced with K&N cleaner and air filter oil per the prescribed routine maintenance procedure as outlined in the product literature that accompanies the Filtercharger® .
No Warranty Registration Card on File: Purchaser must send the completed Warranty Registration Card to K&N Engineering, Inc. at time of purchase.
No Proof of Purchase: At time of warranty claim, buyer must provide proof of purchase (original receipt or invoice).
Incorrect Use: Any damaged, abused or modified Filtercharger ® will not be warranted.
EXTENT OF WARRANTY:
Any defective Filtercharger® element properly returned to K&N will be replaced by K&N. K&N will not be responsible for any other expenses incurred by the customer under the terms of this warranty, nor shall it be responsible for any damages either consequential, special, contingent, or otherwise; or expenses or injury arising directly or indirectly from the use of the Filtercharger® element. Any Filtercharger® element returned to K&N must be sent at customers' expense along with a completed Warranty Claim Card and proof of purchase. K&N reserves the right to determine whether the terms of the warranty, set out above, have been properly complied with. In the event that the terms are not complied with, K&N shall be under no obligation to honor this warranty.
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Steve McDaniel,
98 2500 CC 4X2 12v 5spd 4. 10, Comanche 245/75R16Es, Monroe LT Plus shocks, Silencer ring removed, Stainless exhaust flex coupling. VDO boost and pyro gauges. AFC tweeked just alittle.
97 Dodge Stratus 150HP
92 Harley Fatboy, Dynojet fuel management, Supertrapp 2-1
Fram on the other hand, states in their warranty that they will cover any engine damage caused by a possible defect in any of their filters. Of course the damage would have to by proved to have been caused by the filter but documentation by the mechanic and shop of repair would start that ball rolling. It has happened with WIX oil filters and they paid for several Cummins engines damaged by their oil filters. What a nightmare but they did pay up and stand behind their product.
Am I misinterpreting the K&N warranty or are they not sure enough of their product to warranty the results of it to the extent that a lowly company such as Fram will?
THE WARRANTY:
All K&N Filtercharger® replacement air filter elements - as specified below - are warranted against defective materials or workmanship for one million miles or ten years, whichever comes first.
WHAT IS WARRANTED:
Any Filtercharger® air filter element specified for and used as an OEM replacement element; i. e. K&N part numbers in the E-0000-E-2000 and 33-0000 series and motorcycle original equipment replacement elements, except those units sold for dual purpose and/or off-road use.
WHO IS COVERED BY WARRANTY:
The original purchaser of a Filtercharger® who has returned a warranty registration card to K&N and provided all the requested information.
WHAT IS NOT WARRANTED:
Any Filtercharger® air filter used for any type of racing or competition, any off-road use, custom or modified applications, any non-legal highway use, marine, aircraft or industrial applications. (These units are covered by a one year unlimited mileage warranty. )
WHAT VOIDS THE WARRANTY:
Incorrect Service: The Filtercharger® element must be cleaned and serviced with K&N cleaner and air filter oil per the prescribed routine maintenance procedure as outlined in the product literature that accompanies the Filtercharger® .
No Warranty Registration Card on File: Purchaser must send the completed Warranty Registration Card to K&N Engineering, Inc. at time of purchase.
No Proof of Purchase: At time of warranty claim, buyer must provide proof of purchase (original receipt or invoice).
Incorrect Use: Any damaged, abused or modified Filtercharger ® will not be warranted.
EXTENT OF WARRANTY:
Any defective Filtercharger® element properly returned to K&N will be replaced by K&N. K&N will not be responsible for any other expenses incurred by the customer under the terms of this warranty, nor shall it be responsible for any damages either consequential, special, contingent, or otherwise; or expenses or injury arising directly or indirectly from the use of the Filtercharger® element. Any Filtercharger® element returned to K&N must be sent at customers' expense along with a completed Warranty Claim Card and proof of purchase. K&N reserves the right to determine whether the terms of the warranty, set out above, have been properly complied with. In the event that the terms are not complied with, K&N shall be under no obligation to honor this warranty.
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Steve McDaniel,
98 2500 CC 4X2 12v 5spd 4. 10, Comanche 245/75R16Es, Monroe LT Plus shocks, Silencer ring removed, Stainless exhaust flex coupling. VDO boost and pyro gauges. AFC tweeked just alittle.
97 Dodge Stratus 150HP
92 Harley Fatboy, Dynojet fuel management, Supertrapp 2-1
