Mar 1, 2022
As a caring Nissan owner, making sure your investment stays in top shape is key. When it comes to service and maintenance, you might wonder: local mechanic or Nissan dealer? Let’s explore why choosing the dealer (especially us at McLarty Daniel Nissan in Bentonville, Arkansas) is the way to go. Keep reading for five reasons

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Dealer Relationship

It may seem apparent, but the ideal place to meet a Nissan service professional is where Nissans are sold. Dealer technicians are educated to provide a level of service that is not usually available. In an independent shop, your automobile is only one of a dozen that day. But at a Nissan store, the mechanic knows your car’s model and trim level inside and out.

Also, dealership experts will follow Nissan’s suggested service schedule. Consistent visits to the dealer will not only create relationships with technicians but also with the dealer. This will come in handy when you need to buy a second Nissan to accommodate an expanding family.

Nissan Experts

Many shops claim to be experts in particular aspects of your automobile, such as a transmission business claiming to have transmission experts. This may or may not be true. Any random store can claim to have experts, but it’s difficult to evaluate if their claims are accurate or whether their “specialist” is a “jack of all trades” who changes hats for each task that comes in.

However, Nissan certified dealership professionals learn to undertake specific repairs or maintenance procedures. The trained technicians frequently specialize in one make or model. It’s simple to trust a technician who has the full support of Nissan.

Warranties

Dealer warranties set them apart from other repair businesses. First, the dealer gets direct access to the manufacturer’s warranty information for every Nissan model. So they’ll know instantly if any maintenance or repairs are covered and may proceed immediately. A business won’t usually conduct a free repair unless they’ve established they’ll be reimbursed by Nissan. And if they aren’t approved, they can’t.

A second option is that if your Nissan needs a repair that is not covered by the dealer warranty, the dealer can give a service guarantee that is recognized by other dealers across the country. Normal repair shops cannot provide this.

Recalls

Manufacturer recalls are another reason why dealers beat repair businesses. They not only know about manufacturer recalls early, but can get replacement components sooner. Manufacturer recalls are only sent to repair shops once a month. Most manufacturers require a paid membership to receive alerts. If the shop hasn’t been notified or has let their membership lapse, they may not be aware of the recall and may let your car depart in a dangerous state.

Manufacturer recalls are sent to dealers regularly and customers are contacted quickly. When a Nissan is serviced, it is immediately examined for ongoing recalls. If one exists, they normally have the part on hand to make the replacement without charge.

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Facilities

The experience at a Nissan dealer is far superior to that of an average vehicle repair shop. The waiting room and service area are generally cleaner, better manned, larger, and more organized. The receptionist and the bathrooms are considerably nicer too.

If you’re looking to have your Nissan vehicle serviced or even repaired and live in Centerton, Bella Vista, Bentonville, Eureka Springs, Fayetteville, Pea Ridge, Springdale or Rogers, Arkansas, we invite you to make an online appointment at McLarty Daniel Nissan in Bentonville. Our Nissan service advisors will take it from there, offering you high-quality service at an affordable price.