Want to replace wheels on new 2016 Civic LX but dealership say it voids my warranty?

I recently purchased a new 2016 civic LX model but Im starting to regret not getting the EX because of the hub cap it comes with. I want to replace my wheels but the dealership says it will void any warranty coverage on the suspension unless they are Honda Genuine wheels. Anyone been in this situation before?

They have to prove that your wheels caused damage to whatever suspension part it is that needs fixing.

If you get 9.5" wide rims with 0 offset, and you have steering issues, they will void warranty.

But unless you're planning on getting something ridiculous like square wheels, tell them to go fuck themselves and find another dealer.

slyte said:

I recently purchased a new 2016 civic LX model but Im starting to regret not getting the EX because of the hub cap it comes with. I want to replace my wheels but the dealership says it will void any warranty coverage on the suspension unless they are Honda Genuine wheels. Anyone been in this situation before?

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I've never heard of that. If this is true, it would wipe out the entire after market wheel industry and companies such as Tirerack would not exist. As inv4zn has suggested, I'd go to another dealer from now on.

scare tactics

no, no, weight of the wheel can effect drive train wear.

dblshock said:

no, no, weight of the wheel can effect drive train wear.

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What would an aftermarket wheel that is lighter than a stock wheel (which 99% of aftermarket wheels are) do for drivetrain wear?

except 99% are heavier, much heavier.

dblshock said:

except 99% are heavier, much heavier.

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lol okay, I guess you are a "DUB" wheel fan

slyte said:

I recently purchased a new 2016 civic LX model but Im starting to regret not getting the EX because of the hub cap it comes with. I want to replace my wheels but the dealership says it will void any warranty coverage on the suspension unless they are Honda Genuine wheels. Anyone been in this situation before?

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I would start by asking for a different service writer, the one who told you this should go back to class..
if a more experienced service writer concurs then I would seek a new service department entirely.

I'd make sure they weighed close or less than OEM w/tire, just put one on your bath scale, 10lbs. more is huge and common.

In my mind a wheel / tire combo that weighs more than OEM should void the warranty!

What is the stock weight of a base steelie with the tire on it, anyway?

NorthernEX-T said:

In my mind a wheel / tire combo that weighs more than OEM should void the warranty!

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Owners should be jailed for one year and perhaps lose citizenship!

How is the transition period going, Mr President?

KDiggityDog76 said:

What is the stock weight of a base steelie with the tire on it, anyway?

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There is a thread that outlines weights of wheels and wheels/tires..

The stock LX steelies (without hubcaps) are 40lbs

Dealer is full of shit.

They want you to buy upgrade wheels at a insane price at their dealership