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Will Your Car's Warranty Survive a Collision Repair? Red Wing Auto Shop Shares What You Need to Know
Attention Southeastern Minnesota drivers! If you get into a fender bender, fixing the visible damage is only half the battle. Did you know that improper auto repairs can actually void your vehicle's manufacturer warranty and compromise hidden safety systems?
Falk Auto Body & Glass in Red Wing is issuing public guidance to help local drivers navigate the complex world of warranty-safe collision repairs.
Today's vehicles are packed with advanced technology like radar sensors, automated braking, and cameras. If an auto body shop doesn't follow strict factory procedures, these systems might fail when you need them most—sometimes without ever triggering a warning light on your dashboard.
Here is what the experts at Falk Auto Body & Glass want you to look out for to protect your car and your coverage:
- Manufacturer Specifications: Repairs completed outside of exact OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) guidelines can create documentation gaps, directly jeopardizing your warranty eligibility.
- Crucial Calibrations: Even a minor bumper repair requires precise diagnostic scanning and ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) recalibration to ensure your safety sensors are aligned properly.
- Documentation is Key: Always ask your repair facility for written proof of structural measurements, calibration records, and pre- and post-repair diagnostic scans to safeguard your warranty status.
As a certified repair facility for Ford, GM, Hyundai, and Stellantis, we believe you shouldn't have to look past the paint and panels to know your car is safe. Trust a shop that restores your vehicle exactly the way the manufacturer intended!
📍 Where to find us:
Falk Auto Body & Glass
835 Tile Drive
Red Wing, MN 55066
📞 Contact Us Today:
Mike Albers, Co-Owner
Phone: (651) 388-1218
Email: mike@falkautobody.com
Learn more: falkautobody.com