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Below are some of the most common reasons warranties are invalidated by merchants: The warranty period has expired. The defect or part is not covered. The product failure is due to misuse or lack of proper maintenance. You have made significant alterations to the product, affecting its performance.

More premium extended warranties will also cover the car's entertainment system, like the radio and GPS, and the climate control system. An extended warranty may even cover things like paint chips and dents in some cases. Warranties are offered by both the automaker and third-party providers.

The key to proper revenue recognition for warranties is to first determine if the warranty provides a service to the customer beyond the required agreed-upon specifications. Next, the seller or company must allocate the price to both the product and separate warranty obligation based on standalone prices.

Warranties are recorded initially as a liability as it meets the definition of unearned revenue or deferred revenue. If the company charged $20 for a 2 warranty, that $20 would be collected at the time of sale. The warranty would then be recognized as revenue evenly over the 2 year period.

Most car audio products carry a one-year warranty from the original date of purchase. Some premium solutions have two or three years of coverage. You will also note that some amplifier warranties are extended by a year when a wiring kit is purchased and used by an authorized retailer for the installation.

Accrue the warranty expense with a debit to the warranty expense account and a credit to the warranty liability account. As actual warranty claims are received, debit the warranty liability account and credit the inventory account for the cost of the replacement parts and products sent to customers.

Warranty expense is recognized in the same period as revenue for the sold products if there is a probability that an expense will be incurred and if the company can estimate the amount of the expense.

For example, if a company sold a product for $100 and it includes a 2 year warranty that has a value of $20, the company would recognize $80 of revenue and $20 would be recorded to unearned warranty revenue.

Written Warranty Requirements Be written in non-legalese plain language in a single, clear, and easily readable and available document. Include the name and address of the seller. Delineate the product or parts covered by the warranty. Specify as to whether the warranty provides for a refund, replacement, or repair.

Warranty is a statement of assurance or undertaking issued by the manufacturer of a product concerning the performance of the product and parts supplied by him by way of sale transaction to the customer, for a certain period as stated in the Warranty Card accompanying the product.