# RCW 19.425.040: RCW 19.425.040: Nonliability of original equipment manufacturers and authorized repair providers for injury caused by others

> Washington · Statutes · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T19_C425_S040

## Section

- **Citation:** RCW 19.425.040
- **Heading:** RCW 19.425.040: Nonliability of original equipment manufacturers and authorized repair providers for injury caused by others
- **Jurisdiction:** Washington
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Washington Code / Title 19 / Chapter 425 / Section 040

## Text

(1) An original equipment manufacturer or authorized repair provider shall not be liable for any damage or injury to any equipment caused by an independent repair provider or owner which occurs during the course of services and is not attributable to the original equipment manufacturer or authorized repair provider other than if the failure is attributable to design or manufacturing defects. (2) The original equipment manufacturer does not warrant any services provided by independent repair providers.

## Nearby sections

- [RCW 19.425.005 RCW 19.425.005: Finding—Intent.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T19_C425_S005.md)
- [RCW 19.425.010 RCW 19.425.010: Definitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T19_C425_S010.md)
- [RCW 19.425.020 RCW 19.425.020: Requirement to make available documentation, parts, embedded software, firmware, and tools.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T19_C425_S020.md)
- [RCW 19.425.030 RCW 19.425.030: Construction.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T19_C425_S030.md)
- [RCW 19.425.040 RCW 19.425.040: Nonliability of original equipment manufacturers and authorized repair providers for injury caused by others.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T19_C425_S040.md)
- [RCW 19.425.050 RCW 19.425.050: Notice to customers.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T19_C425_S050.md)
- [RCW 19.425.060 RCW 19.425.060: Application of consumer protection act.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T19_C425_S060.md)

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