I-CAR Repairers Realm: Counterfeit OEM Parts - Repair And Service Parts

Posted on 14 August 2026

I-CAR is having a discussion on the growing issue of counterfeit OEM repair and service parts.

In this month’s episode of Repairers Realm, industry leaders discuss the growing issue of counterfeit OEM repair and service parts. The conversation explores how counterfeit parts differ from aftermarket parts, the risks they can pose to vehicle performance and safety, and common examples found throughout the automotive industry. Find out how vehicle makers authenticate genuine parts, identify potential warning signs of counterfeit products, and support efforts to keep counterfeit parts out of the supply chain.

You can catch this episode on August 26, 2026 @ 12 PM CT. You can register on the Repairers Realm homepage.

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