RETURNS & REFUNDS POLICY

Returns, Refunds & Order Cancellations

Review return eligibility, reporting deadlines, cancellation terms, refund conditions, and other requirements that apply to eligible Thrifty Engines orders.

POLICY AT A GLANCE

Important Return & Refund Timelines

Return and refund eligibility depends on the reason for the request, timely reporting, product condition, prior authorization, and compliance with the applicable policy requirements.

7 Days Return Request Window Eligible return requests must be initiated within 7 calendar days of delivery.
48 Hours Transit Damage Reporting Shipping damage or missing items must be reported within 48 hours.
24 Hours Cancellation Window Orders may be cancelled within 24 hours of purchase at no cost.
5–10 Days Approved Refund Processing Approved refunds are issued to the original payment method.
01
RETURN AUTHORIZATION

Start Your Return Request Within 7 Days

All return requests for eligible items must be initiated within 7 calendar days from the original delivery date and require prior written authorization from Thrifty Engines.

All applicable warranty and return timelines begin on the original delivery date.

02
DELIVERY INSPECTION

Transit Damage & Missing Items

1
Inspect the Shipment

Inspect the engine or transmission as soon as it is delivered.

2
Report Within 48 Hours

Shipping damage or missing items must be reported within 48 hours of delivery.

3
Document With Photos

Take clear photos showing the condition of the shipment and any visible freight damage.

4
Note It With the Carrier

Visible transit damage should be noted with the shipping carrier upon receipt.

03
ORDER CANCELLATIONS

Cancellation & Refused Shipment Terms

WITHIN 24 HOURS

No Cancellation Charge

Orders may be cancelled within 24 hours of purchase without a cancellation charge.

AFTER 24 HOURS

20% Restocking Fee

Cancellations made after 24 hours may be subject to a 20% restocking fee plus applicable two-way shipping charges.

REFUSED SHIPMENT

Shipping Charges Apply

Refused shipments are subject to the applicable 20% restocking fee and two-way shipping costs.

RETURN ELIGIBILITY & REFUNDS

Understand What Qualifies for a Return

Return approval depends on the reason for the request, product condition, timely reporting, prior authorization, and compliance with the applicable return and warranty requirements.

04
ELIGIBLE RETURNS

When a Return May Be Approved

01 Incorrect Item Shipped

An incorrect item shipped by Thrifty Engines may qualify for an authorized return.

02 Warranty-Approved Mechanical Failure

A valid mechanical failure approved under the applicable warranty process may qualify for return or other approved resolution.

03 Item Reported Damaged

Items reported damaged within the applicable 7-day return period may qualify, subject to the separate 48-hour transit-damage reporting requirement when shipping damage is involved.

05
NON-RETURNABLE ITEMS

Items We Cannot Accept for Return

×

Items that have been modified, dismantled, or repaired.

×

Electrical or electronic components.

×

Special-order or custom procurement items.

06
VEHICLE INFORMATION

Customer-Provided Vehicle & VIN Details

VIN
Accurate Vehicle Information Is Important

Errors in vehicle or VIN information provided by the customer are the customer’s responsibility.

If corrected replacement parts are required because incorrect vehicle information was supplied, additional shipping charges and applicable price differences may apply.

07
REFUND PROCESS

How Approved Refunds Are Issued

5–10 BUSINESS DAYS

Original Payment Method

Approved refunds are issued to the original payment method within 5–10 business days after approval.

Shipping & Handling

Shipping, handling, and processing fees are non-refundable unless the return is the result of a Thrifty Engines error.

08
CORE DEPOSITS

No Core Deposit Required

Thrifty Engines Does Not Collect Core Deposits

There is no core-deposit charge requiring you to return your old engine or transmission as part of this policy.

09
PRODUCT INSPECTION

Mechanical Performance vs. Appearance

The policy applies to mechanical performance. Used automotive components may have cosmetic wear or appearance characteristics consistent with prior use.

7 DAYS Cosmetic Concerns

Cosmetic concerns must be reported within 7 calendar days of delivery.

REFUSED DELIVERY Appearance-Based Refusal

Refusing delivery based on appearance may result in a 20% restocking fee plus applicable two-way shipping charges.

IMPORTANT POLICY CONDITIONS

Refund Limits, Agreement & Support

Review the limits that apply to refunds and the acknowledgment associated with placing an order with Thrifty Engines.

10
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Refunds Are Limited to the Original Purchase Price

MAXIMUM REFUND LIABILITY Original Purchase Price

Refund liability is limited to the original purchase price of the applicable product.

NOT COVERED
Labor
Towing
Rental Vehicles
Diagnostics
Consequential Losses
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CUSTOMER ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Warranty & Return Policy Agreement

Policy Acknowledgment

By placing an order, the customer acknowledges that they have read and agreed to both the Thrifty Engines Warranty Policy and Return & Refund Policy.

THRIFTY ENGINES SUPPORT

Need Help With a Return or Refund?

Contact our support team with your order number, vehicle information, reason for the request, and any supporting photos or documentation.

Return requests require prior authorization. Sending a request does not automatically approve a return or refund.
Vehicle Compatibility Check

Confirm the Right Part for Your Vehicle

Share your VIN and contact details so our parts team can review vehicle compatibility before you order.

Your VIN helps us review the exact vehicle configuration.
Used if we need additional information to review compatibility.
We’ll use this to follow up about this vehicle or part request.

No payment information is collected in this form.

Compatibility Assistance VIN-Based Review Nationwide Support
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