OEM Mercedes-Benz Parts vs. Aftermarket Parts
When you need to replace a part on your vehicle, there’s a clear difference between Mercedes-Benz parts and their aftermarket competitors. The last thing you’ll want is a subpar replacement that fails soon after installation, which is why Keyes European uses only the best genuine components for your vehicle.
Defining OEM and Aftermarket
OEM stands for Original Equipment Manufacturer. For your Mercedes-Benz vehicle, that means parts made directly by Mercedes-Benz or sourced from trusted, authorized, third-party suppliers. Aftermarket parts are made by everyone else.
If you go to an auto parts store, you will often find the same part made by dozens of different manufacturers. As you’ll see, these aren’t the same thing.
Quality and Fit Difference
You can’t always know what you get when buying an aftermarket part. They are manufactured by third parties that have no affiliation with Mercedes-Benz, so they are not always made to the same standard that we know Mercedes-Benz genuine parts are. Aftermarket parts’ fit and finish aren’t always the same as you would find when using OEM components, nor is their reliability always up to par.
Warranty Issues
Although using an aftermarket part will not void your warranty, their failure or repairs stemming from their use will not be covered. This can be dangerous to your safety and wallet since an aftermarket part that doesn’t work as well as it should can damage other components and systems.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz Accessories
Similar to parts, accessories are best manufactured by your car’s brand. We offer a wide selection of Genuine Mercedes-Benz Accessories in Van Nuys. You can even order them right from our dealership. While aftermarket accessories don’t void your warranty nearly as often, ensuring they fit and are correctly installed is critical.
Trusted Certified Mercedes-Benz Technicians
Because of these reasons, our certified Mercedes-Benz technicians only use Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts. This should reassure you that any repairs or replacements done here will be done right and with the right parts.
Get Mercedes-Benz Parts at Keyes European in Van Nuys
To ensure you are only putting genuine Mercedes-Benz parts into your vehicle, visit our Van Nuys Mercedes-Benz dealership. Here, you can schedule a Mercedes-Benz service appointment, where we only use OEM parts. We look forward to seeing you!