AARC AARC - Accredited Automotive Recycler Customer Service & Parts Sales Questions and Answers

Question 1

When a customer requests a used auto part, what information should an AARC-certified recycler collect first to ensure the correct part is supplied?

Accepted Answer

Year, make, model, and VIN of the customer's vehicle

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Only the part name and color preference

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The customer's credit score

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The vehicle's mileage only

Question 2

Which grading standard is most commonly used by AARC members when selling recycled auto parts to ensure consistent quality communication with customers?

Accepted Answer

ARA Grade A/B/C system

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SAE International grading

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ISO 9001 part tiers

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NHTSA condition codes

Question 3

An AARC-certified recycler should offer what minimum warranty on most recycled mechanical parts to align with industry best practices?

Accepted Answer

30-day warranty

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No warranty is required

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5-year warranty

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Lifetime warranty

Question 4

When a customer returns a recycled part claiming it is defective, what is the recommended first step for an AARC-certified recycler?

Accepted Answer

Inspect the part and verify the defect claim before issuing a refund or replacement

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Immediately issue a full refund without inspection

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Refuse the return entirely

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Charge the customer a restocking fee immediately

Question 5

Which practice best protects an AARC-certified recycler from liability disputes when selling used auto parts?

Accepted Answer

Providing written invoices with part condition, grade, and warranty terms

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Verbal agreements only

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Selling all parts as-is with no documentation

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Accepting only cash payments

Question 6

What is a 'core charge' in the context of recycled auto parts sales?

Accepted Answer

A deposit charged to customers that is refunded when the old part is returned for recycling

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A fee for cleaning the part before sale

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A surcharge for express shipping

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A tax applied to imported parts