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Skoda Manufacturers Warranty

Hi all

My Skoda Scala is under warranty until March 2022, i intend to extend the warranty. I know the breaks do not come under warranty. If i have my breaks done in a local garage, will it make any difference to my warranty? I have the car serviced at my Skoda Dealership.  Thanks

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  • TadleyBaggie
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    My Skoda Scala is under warranty until March 2022.
    Incorrect date?
  • CliveOfIndia
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    edited 29 January 2025 at 6:01PM
    As above, I assume you've got the date wrong there.
    But repairs/servicing can be done by any mechanic without invalidating the warranty.  The stipulations are that the mechanic/garage must be VAT-registered, they must use genuine OEM parts and they must follow the manufacturer's servicing schedule.
    There's always an argument to say using a main dealer might make them more inclined to offer a good-will gesture if something goes wrong that's not actually covered by warranty.  But technically and legally, they can't invalidate the warranty just because you didn't use a main dealer, subject to meeting the stipulations mentioned.
  • My Skoda Scala is under warranty until March 2022.
    Incorrect date?
    March 2025, my apologies. The car is a 2022 model. 
  • Wear and tear to discs and pads doesn't come under warranty.

    But if the caliper is found to be leaking, for example, there may be questions about whether it's a warranty claim or was damaged during maintenance.
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