1st Auto Parts
NAPA vs OEM Parts
That's Right! — Why buy NAPA Auto Parts when you can buy
Genuine Factory Parts
for about the same price and sometimes less?
Quality: Genuine Factory Parts (OEM) have been tested and
approved by the OEM to meet the quality factory requirements
for their brand. Not so for NAPA Auto Parts.
Performance: Genuine Factory Parts (OEM) have been tested and
approved by the OEM to meet the performance requirements for
their brand. Not so for NAPA Auto Parts.
Safety: Genuine Factory Parts (OEM) have been tested and
approved by the OEM to meet the high safety standards for
their brand. Not so for NAPA Auto Parts.
Genuine Factory Parts (OEM) that are supplied by the auto
builder are covered for 12 months from the date of purchase.
NAPA Auto Parts carries no warranty from the auto builder.
Sometimes Genuine Factory Parts are referred as OEM Parts.
This simply means Original Equipment Manufacturer.
Warranty Coverage: Manufacturers will repair or replace, at
its option, any OEM part that is defective in material or
factory workmanship under normal use. Except for parts
included in other warranties, parts will be repaired or
replaced without charge for the parts,
but labor charges will be your responsibility.
This warranty does not cover:
Parts installed in vehicles for racing or competition.
Parts for which proof of purchase date are not presented
Parts considered normal maintenance items,
unless they are defective in material or factory workmanship.
Parts replaced under the New Car Limited Warranty.
Normal wear or deterioration of any part.
Comparison for NAPA Auto Parts - vs - Genuine OEM Parts
is taken from OEM dealer materials and are subject to change
without notice.