Will Auto Repair Shops Replace Car Parts Without Permission?

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Teagan
07/28/25 8:12pm
Generally speaking, this situation does not occur. Most repair shops would not engage in such behavior that could harm their reputation. Moreover, repair shops have strict regulations, and employees are unlikely to deliberately violate these rules and risk losing their jobs. Here are some precautions to take when getting your car repaired: Precautions 1: If your vehicle is still under the warranty period at a 4S shop, it is advisable to have it repaired at the 4S shop to ensure you can benefit from the warranty policy. Precautions 2: Agree on the price before the repair. 4S shops have fixed prices that cannot be negotiated, while other repair shops may allow some bargaining. Before the repair, make sure to clarify which parts will be repaired, what components will be used, the labor costs, and the total amount to avoid unexpected additional charges during the process.
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