That’s your choice. Some of us expect different after laying out the amount of cash these things cost. YMMV…
This came up when working through the final options when I made my purchase ... it basically stated that any lift made to the vehicle would not void warranty. I paid it ... I had no idea if it was a Jeep thing or a dealer thing (probably dealer) ... but given Jeeps history of avoiding/voiding warranty I'm glad I did and have it documented. To each there own ...
My third party warranty would be covered up to a 2.5" lift as that's what can be installed from Mopar. So adding 35's isn't out of the question but the dealer to void a warranty.
Magnussen Moss Warranty Act of 1975 is your friend. A lift could invalidate a suspension claim, or even a claim on a CV joint. If you wanted to get absolutely nit-picky a larger than OEM wheel could invalidate a differential claim. An exhaust could invalidate an engine claim if the dealership is willing and able to demonstrate the change in back-pressure caused the failure, which is almost unheard of but not impossible. A supercharger will definitely invalidate any engine claims.
What crooks
I share the same mentality as you. Although I have left my JT stock (for now), I have a 2014 JK that I started modding the day I brought it home, and I knew there were things that I was going to have to take responsibility for. Unfortunately, it seems that a lot of people can't afford to pay out of pocket for repairs, just like they can't really afford to purchase the vehicle in the first place.
Anyone that modifies their vehicles before the factory warranty is expired (excluding cosmetic things of course) should be aware that those components are now their responsibility. If that’s not acceptable, the vehicles shouldn’t be modified until after the warranty is gone. One way to mitigate some of this, is to have major projects done by a reputable Jeep shop, who will warranty their own work. I do most of my own work, but paid to have suspension and gears done. It cost more, but the shop now warranties the project and parts through those vendors. Please don’t take this the wrong way. Doing your own modification and upgrade work is great, but it’s on you to deal with any problems that result. If you don’t want those problems that absolutely happen, don’t modify suspension or drivetrain. Skid plates and lights don’t void anything, just two examples.
If it were not for warranty, I'd just buy used. And skip the depreciation. I expect a new vehicle to have warranty coverage, because I'm paying for it with a new (or even certified pre-owned) vehicle. I've been there done that with modifying vehicles and paying out of pocket. This time, it's nice to just leave it alone, and let them cover it when stuff breaks. As much as I drive, the 36000 mile warranty is gone in less than 2 years anyway. I can wait that long. Nothing wrong with the pay to play mentality. I've done it too. This time, I'm not messing with it. I've already made it a year. One more to go.
I’m the same, but was actually amazed how Ford serviced and supported my Raptor with transmission issues. It was a nice surprise. Also they preemptively added warranty for the cam phaser issues some where having with the 3.5.
Whether the purchaser can or can’t afford the product has nothing to do with them expecting the manufacturer to live up to its end of the agreement they enter into when one purchases a new product.
