That is absolutely correct, if he demands OEM parts they must do it. The
insurance company shouldn't be looking for parts anyway, it should be the
bodyshop that is doing the work. That's another thing, he does not have to take
it to the bodyshop that the insurance company suggests either. You can go to
any bodyshop you want to. They may only give you enough for the cheapest quote,
but you don't have to go to the cheapest place if you feel more comfortable
going somewhere else. I don't know what laws he could use, but I do know that
is a fact. In the state of Texas anyway.
hoegen wrote:
> A friend of mine was involved in an accident (97 Dakota) which resulted in a
> good deal of front end damage. The accident was deamed 100% the other
> driver's fault (they ran a stop sign)
> Anyway, now my buddy is telling me that his insurance company is looking for
> quotes on aftermarket parts to replace the damaged ones (even though his
> insurance company isn't footing the bill....the other guys is). He
> supposedly demanded they replace everything with original OEM parts and his
> insurance company rep told him that "by law" the insurance company must seek
> aftermarket parts unless it can be "proven" that they will not fit properly!
>
> This sounds like a bunch of HORS*&T to me! I thought we as consumers had a
> right to DEMAND OEM parts??
>
> Well I told him I would post this info with the group and see if any of you
> had input. If you have any references to laws on the books, or who he should
> start calling so he doesn't get raked over the coals.
>
> Worst part is, not only was it the other drivers fault, he hasn't even
> finished paying his truck off!!
>
> Thanks all,
>
> Kevin Hoegen
> http://www.kersur.net/~hoegen
> 99 Solar Yellow Dakota Sport CC 2WD V6
> S/T Custom Graphics/20% Tint throughout
> K&N "Black PVC" air intake/Quick-D Custom TB
> Black AR-767s with 255/60s
> DML member since 05/99
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