How to Buy Honda Genuine Parts

Buy Honda genuine parts by ordering through an authorized Honda dealer—either at the dealership parts counter or via Honda’s official online parts portals—using your VIN (or frame/engine number for motorcycles and equipment) to confirm exact fit. This ensures authenticity, warranty coverage, and correct compatibility; avoid third‑party marketplaces that cannot prove dealer authorization.

Where to Buy Honda Genuine Parts

Honda sells genuine parts through its authorized dealer network worldwide. Depending on your vehicle type and region, you can buy in person, online (orders fulfilled by dealers), or by phone. Below are the primary channels to use.

• Authorized Honda automobile dealerships (parts counter): Walk in or call with your VIN; staff can look up parts, check stock, and order backordered items.
• Honda’s official online parts portals: Regional Honda “Owners/eStore” parts finders let you enter a VIN, view diagrams, and place orders fulfilled by local authorized dealers.
• Honda Powersports (motorcycles/ATVs) and Honda Power Equipment dealers: Use the official parts finder and order through an authorized dealer for those product lines.
• Regional distributor websites: Many Honda distributors (e.g., in Europe, Australia, Asia) provide dealer locators and links to dealer-run parts stores.
• Dealer phone/email orders: Most parts departments will quote and invoice remotely, then ship or arrange pickup.

All of these options route you to Honda’s authorized supply chain, which is critical for authentic parts, correct fitment, and warranty support.

Step-by-Step: Buying the Right Part

Using a methodical process reduces the risk of ordering the wrong component and helps you spot superseded numbers or kit options. Follow the steps below.

1. Identify the vehicle: Have your VIN (automobiles), frame number (motorcycles), and/or engine number (power equipment). Note model year, trim, transmission, and market (US/EU/etc.).
2. Consult official references: Use Honda’s online parts catalog or your service manual to confirm the diagram and part number.
3. Check supersessions: Ask the dealer or confirm online if the part number has been superseded to a newer revision.
4. Compare options: Some items come as kits (gaskets, clips) or remanufactured components; choose based on budget and lead time.
5. Confirm availability and price: Dealers can check local, regional, or factory stock and estimate delivery windows for backorders.
6. Place the order: Provide shipping or choose counter pickup. Verify return policy before paying.
7. Plan installation: Dealer installation preserves labor warranty; DIY is fine for many items, but some electronics and airbags may be non-returnable if opened/installed.
8. Keep documentation: Save invoice and packaging for warranty claims and future reference.

Completing these steps through an authorized dealer minimizes fitment errors and preserves warranty eligibility.

How to Verify Authenticity

Counterfeit parts remain a problem online. These checks help you confirm you’re getting genuine Honda parts.

• Buy only from authorized dealers: Use Honda’s official “Find a Dealer” tools to confirm the seller’s status.
• Verify part number format: Honda part numbers typically look like 12345-ABC-000 (five digits, three letters, three digits). Accessories often start with “08,” chemicals with “08798.”
• Inspect packaging: Look for “Honda Genuine Parts” branding; in many regions, boxes/bags include security labels, QR codes, or holograms.
• Check invoices: Receipts should list the dealer’s legal name, address, Honda branding, and exact part numbers.
• Be wary of marketplaces: Listings that claim “genuine style,” lack part numbers, or use stock photos without dealer credentials are red flags.
• Confirm return and warranty terms: Legitimate parts carry region-specific Honda warranties and dealer return policies.

When in doubt, call a Honda parts department with the seller’s details and part number; they can confirm whether you’re sourcing through the authorized network.

Regional Guidance

Honda’s process is broadly similar worldwide: the dealer network fulfills parts orders. Small differences in portals, taxes, and shipping apply by region.

United States

Automobile owners can use Honda’s official Owners/eStore parts catalog to look up parts by VIN and place orders that are fulfilled by a nearby authorized dealer; many dealers also operate their own online storefronts. Honda Powersports and Honda Power Equipment parts are sold through their respective authorized dealer networks with official parts finders. Warranty on genuine replacement parts is typically at least 12 months (terms vary by part and whether a dealer installs it). Sales tax and shipping depend on the fulfilling dealer and your state.

Canada

Honda Canada supports parts purchases via authorized automobile, powersports, and power equipment dealers; find parts through dealer sites or by calling the parts counter with your VIN. Dealers commonly quote by email and ship nationwide. Canadian warranty and return terms follow Honda Canada policies—confirm details at the time of sale.

UK and European Union

Use Honda’s regional dealer network for automobiles, motorcycles, and power equipment. Many dealers provide online EPC (electronic parts catalog) lookups and mail-order. Be mindful of left-/right-hand-drive variants, regional emissions equipment, and post-Brexit customs for UK–EU cross-border orders. Warranty length and return rules are set by the local distributor and dealer.

Australia and New Zealand

Automobile genuine parts are sold via authorized Honda service/parts locations; motorcycles and power equipment are supported by their respective Honda dealer networks. Online ordering is typically through dealer-run sites, with domestic shipping and GST applied. Check lead times for Japan-sourced backorders.

India and Southeast Asia

Automobile parts are handled by Honda Cars dealers; two-wheelers by Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) dealers. Genuine parts commonly carry security labels or holograms. Because counterfeit activity is more prevalent in open marketplaces, buying directly from authorized dealers is strongly recommended.

Japan

Order through Honda Cars or Honda Dream (motorcycle) dealers. While e-commerce platforms are popular, ensure listings are from authorized dealers. Auction sites often mix genuine surplus with non-genuine items—verify seller credentials and part numbers before purchase.

Pricing, Warranties, and Returns

Policies vary by region and dealer. The points below summarize what most buyers can expect.

• Pricing: Online dealer storefronts may discount below walk-in MSRP; shipping can offset savings. Backordered items may require deposits.
• Warranty: Genuine replacement parts usually include at least 12 months coverage; parts installed by a dealer often include labor coverage. Electrical/electronic parts may have special terms.
• Returns: Unopened, unused parts are commonly returnable within a set window; airbags, sensors, and electrical parts are frequently non-returnable.
• Cores and remanufactured parts: Some components (e.g., alternators) have core charges refundable upon return of the old unit; remanufactured genuine parts provide OEM quality at lower cost.
• Shipping and taxes: Determined by the fulfilling dealer and destination; international orders may incur duties.

Always ask the parts department to confirm current warranty, returns, and any core charge before completing payment.

Alternatives if Genuine Parts Are Unavailable

While the goal is to use genuine Honda parts, occasional backorders or discontinued items may force substitutes. Consider these options carefully.

• OEM-supplier equivalents: Some suppliers manufacture the same part for Honda and sell under their own brand; verify the exact manufacturer and specifications.
• Remanufactured or refurbished OEM: Dealer or reputable reman services can be suitable for electronics and driveline components.
• Salvage OEM parts: Recycled parts from low-mileage vehicles can be viable for body and interior items; inspect condition and compatibility.

Non-genuine parts can affect fit, longevity, and warranty; consult your dealer before choosing an alternative.

Frequently Requested Items and Part-Number Basics

Understanding Honda’s part-number conventions helps you communicate with dealers and confirm you’re ordering the correct item.

• Standard format: 12345-ABC-000 (function group – model code – revision). Example: 17220-XXX-XXX is often an engine air filter.
• Accessories: Typically start with “08” (e.g., 08U45-XXX-XXX for interior accessories).
• Chemicals/fluids: Often begin with “08798” (e.g., 08798-9XXX for lubricants, sealants, or cleaners).
• Color/trim codes: Some parts add paint or interior codes; provide your VIN to avoid mismatches.

Sharing a suspected part number with your dealer lets them check supersessions and confirm the latest valid number for your VIN.

Summary

To buy Honda genuine parts safely and correctly, use the authorized dealer network—either in person or through Honda’s official online portals—and identify parts by VIN or frame number. Verify part numbers, watch for supersessions, confirm warranty and return policies, and avoid non-authorized marketplaces. This approach protects fitment, quality, and coverage across automobiles, motorcycles, and power equipment in any region.

What is the difference between OEM and genuine Honda parts?

OEM parts are designed and manufactured by the same company that produced your vehicle, ensuring a precise fit and high quality. On the other hand, aftermarket parts are produced by third-party manufacturers and may not meet the same level of quality and compatibility as OEM parts.

Do Honda dealers use OEM parts?

OEM stands for “original equipment manufacturer.” This means that the OEM parts sold at our Newport News, VA Honda dealership come directly from American Honda Motor Co. Thus, OEM parts are exact copies of the parts that are currently in your car, engineered for maximum longevity and performance.

Can I buy genuine Honda parts online?

It’s easy to order genuine OEM Honda parts from the comfort of your home or office! All you have to do is place your order online, and we’ll give you a call as soon as it’s ready to pick up.

Is Honda Parts now a legitimate website?

Authentic at its finest! I’ve ordered from these guys two or three times. Each order was exactly as promised, all the parts fit, They were delivered in a timely manner, and it was a good price. Customer service is helpful, but they don’t necessarily know cars.