I-CAR Repairers Realm: Counterfeit OEM Parts - Repair And Service Parts - Coming Soon

I-CAR · August 14, 2026

Summary

This article announces an upcoming I-CAR Repairers Realm episode focusing on the growing industry issue of counterfeit OEM repair and service parts. The discussion covers how counterfeit parts differ from aftermarket parts, the safety risks they pose, how to identify warning signs, and how vehicle manufacturers authenticate genuine parts.

What to do on the job

Learn to identify the warning signs of counterfeit OEM parts and understand how vehicle manufacturers authenticate genuine parts to ensure safety and performance.

How to use it

Use this information to justify the sourcing of verified, genuine OEM parts over questionable or unverified sources by highlighting the safety and performance risks associated with counterfeit components.

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