Will Installing Aftermarket Transmission Cooler on 2013 Toyota Tacoma Void Factory Warranty

Question:

I have a 2013 Tacoma V6 without a towing package. It has a closed transmission. I want to add a transmission cooler. The vehicle is still under warranty and I am concerned that the addition of an aftermarket cooler will void the warranty. Toyota does not sell an after sale towing package or Transmission cooler.

asked by: William O

Expert Reply:

As long as the aftermarket part that you install on your vehicle is both installed correctly and operates within the parameters of the intent, consumers of aftermarket products are protected by the Federal Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act. The Act states that if something breaks on your vehicle and you take it in for warranty repair, the dealer must honor your warranty unless whatever modifications you have added to your vehicle actually caused the problem in question. So bottom line, installing an aftermarket transmission cooler would not automatically void the factory warranty on your 2013 Toyota Tacoma.

When adding a transmission cooler to your vehicle, it is always best to go with the largest cooler that will fit. I have included a link to the transmission coolers offered for your Tacoma. Our most popular option is the Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit, # D13503. I have included a link to our help article on transmission coolers as well.

Since your Tacoma has a closed transmission I would recommend having it installed by a professional. Toyota may even be willing to install the aftermarket cooler since they do not offer one themselves.

expert reply by: Leah S