Are OEM Nissan Serpentine Belts Better Than Aftermarket?
If you need to replace your serpentine belt, you're probably wondering if it's cheaper to go with an aftermarket one. But the real question you should be asking is "Will an aftermarket serpentine belt save money in the long run?"
Like shock absorbers or any other auto part, you have the option of choosing an OEM or aftermarket replacement. In many cases, the aftermarket part costs less to buy but will not last as long or perform as well as the OEM option. Read on to find out why.
OEM Serpentine Belts Are An Exact Match For Your Vehicle
OEM serpentine belts are designed to fit your specific make and model of Nissan and meet exact OEM specifications. For this reason, they will be easier to install and not require any modifications.
You may think a serpentine belt is just a belt, but compare this one for the Nissan Rogue Sport with the one for the Nissan Versa and Kicks. They look the same and have similar part numbers. And they may even be interchangeable. But these belts are designed to fit specific models and match those models' specifications.
Aftermarket belts may be no different from one another even if they carry different part numbers. They may fit your Nissan but may not perform as well because they don't meet OEM specifications and aren't an exact match. As a result, they may be harder to install or vibrate and make more noise than an OEM belt
OEM Serpentine Belts Are Built With Quality Materials
In addition to exact specifications, Nissan serpentine belts are made of quality materials. One of the biggest ways aftermarket companies cut costs is by using inferior or lower-grade materials for their parts. As a result, their belts won't perform as well as the OEM equivalent.
OEM Serpentine Belts Last Longer And Have A Warranty
OEM serpentine belts are backed by Nissan's 12-month, 12,000-mile warranty. Should anything happen, Nissan will replace the belt at no charge if it's still under warranty.
Aftermarket companies don't always warranty their products. Or if they do, the warranty is extremely short. And if something should happen to the aftermarket serpentine belt while it's under warranty, the company can be hard to contact or be difficult to work with.
Nissan Parts Plus Can Save You Money
For all of the above reasons, OEM Nissan serpentine belts can save you money by lasting longer and performing better. But if you buy from Nissan Parts Plus, we can help you save even more! We offer wholesale prices to the public, and because we sell such a large volume, we can pass the savings on to you.
Plus, we've also been in business for over 50 years, and our staff offers extensive knowledge about Nissan parts. We can help you find what you need with our free VIN decoder, or you can contact us online or call 1-888-370-4432.