Spark Plug change after 22 000 kms?!

[scoobydoo]

Went to book second oil change and the dealer told me that along with the brake fluid, oil and all sorts of filters I need to change the spark plugs. Thats what the computer indicated. He even showed me the printout but was pretty clueless as to why this is coming up. This seems really odd as my car only has 22 000 kms on it and it is under two years old. On all my previous cars the spark plug change has been after 50-60k. Any ideas...

[sobi6111]

they want $ :-) thats why they try to lie

[providenceleaf]

That is super BS! No way you should change plugs after 22,000 km...you shouldn't even come close to changing plugs at 22,000 miles.

I hate bad dealers that try to pull crap like this!

[ODI69]

It is kinda early to change the spark plugs but on the other hand it should be covered by warranty or the free maintenance program,right?

[FunfDreisig]

Originally Posted by ODI69

It is kinda early to change the spark plugs but on the other hand it should be covered by warranty or the free maintenance program,right?

If the plugs and the replacement are free, I'd take em and run

FWIW all plugs are not created equal. One or more of the plugs may be defective. So I'd happily have my dealer replace them all, as long as it's 'under warranty/maintenance'.

Funf Dreisig

[JCL]

Not sure where the OP is located, but given the location tag (similar to a postal code) and the reference to 22,000 km, it may be in Canada. If so, there is no maintenance program on spark plugs unless the plan was purchased separately, just scheduled maintenance (ie oil and filter).

If the dealer is calling for it, it may be a recall on those specific plugs. If so, and they are covering it, go for it. If they want you to pay, ask why you would want to change them so early.