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General Motors Updates Position Statements: UPDATE
I-CAR · July 30, 2026 · Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Cadillac
Summary
General Motors has updated its position statement to strictly prohibit the use of salvage, recycled, used, or non-genuine aftermarket parts on Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac vehicles. The revised document, titled 'Use Of Genuine GM Original Equipment Parts,' emphasizes that GM cannot validate the safety, performance, or durability of non-OEM parts.
What to do on the job
Utilize only genuine GM original equipment parts and avoid salvage, recycled, or non-genuine aftermarket parts on all GM repairs.
How to use it
Incorporate this position statement into estimates and supplement packages to defend the necessity of OEM parts against insurance mandates for aftermarket, salvage, or recycled alternatives. It provides official manufacturer documentation stating that GM strictly prohibits non-genuine parts due to unverified safety and durability.
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