cb1111
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- Virginia, USA
Actually, that would be warranty fraud (but yes, theft of services in some states) but may actually rise to the level of a felony depending on the value of the repair.Having a second ECU and then putting the original back in for warranty work is the definition of theft of services.
This would make you an actual criminal. A petty criminal, but a thief nonetheless.
That makes it more that petit theft. Most states cap petit theft at $300 and you can't get much at the dealership for less than $300.
The point is that warranty fraud and theft of services isn't some minor prank. If the dealer is motivated enough, then you could end up in court and walk out with a criminal record.