#2288: The True Meaning of Lifetime Warranty

Nov 01, 2022
Dick from Texas felt good about purchasing a ‘lifetime warranty’ along with the replacement alternator for his Ford Van. Sadly, Click and Clack had to inform him that what he actually purchased is a ‘lifetime’ of having to replace these cheap alternators. Or can Dick be spared this cruel repair purgatory? Find out on this episode of the Best of Car Talk.

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