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Check the Part: Warranty Fraud and Returns [THA 438]
Episode 43820th June 2025 • Remarkable Results Radio Podcast • Carm Capriotto, AAP
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Ryan Kooiman, Director of Training, Standard Motor Products. Ryan’s previous episodes HERE.

John Carney, President, FDP Friction Science

Michael Campana, Sr Manager of Quality Engineering, Dorman Products

Show Notes:

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  • https://checkthepart.com/
  • Introduction (00:00:00)
  • Impact of Warranty Costs and Identifying Return Reasons (00:04:40)
  • Retailer Trial and Measurable Impact (00:06:37)
  • Installation Best Practices and Logical Steps (00:07:55)
  • Potential for QR Codes and Technology in Returns (00:08:40)
  • Manufacturer Feedback and Data Analysis (00:10:41)
  • QR Code Campaign and "You Can't Know Everything" (00:15:59)
  • Challenges with Technician Compliance (00:17:32)
  • Box Swapping and Manufacturer Mismatches (00:20:39)
  • Distribution Verification and Fraudulent Returns Statistics (00:21:36)
  • Invalid Warranty Returns and Used OEM Parts (00:23:12)
  • Reverse Distribution Inefficiencies and Cost Impact (00:24:28)
  • Compressor Kits and Professionalism in Installation (00:26:14)
  • Manufacturer Analysis and "Check the Part" Awareness (00:28:16)
  • Actionable Steps for Installers and Documentation (00:29:01)
  • Communication Between Shops, Distributors, and Manufacturers (00:31:55)
  • Feedback Loops and Continuous Improvement (00:33:30)
  • "Check the Part" Campaign Resources and Recognition (00:35:37)
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