Should you experience any issues with your items, please contact HPA Motorsports for technical assistance using the form below or by calling 604-888-7274 prior to engaging in any repair procedure. Failure to follow the advice of our technical support staff may cause undue harm that will not be covered by warranty.
HPA Motorsports Product Warranty
All HPA-branded products that are both manufactured and sold by HPA Motorsports are covered under a limited one-year warranty against manufacturer defects in major, non-consumable components. This warranty is valid for one year from the date of purchase, regardless of the installation date.
This warranty does not cover damage resulting from:
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Improper installation
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Normal wear and tear
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Misuse or abuse
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Racing or motorsport use
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Collisions or accidents
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Contamination from foreign particles or debris
Warranty Terms:
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Warranty coverage applies only to the original purchaser and is non-transferable.
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HPA’s liability is strictly limited to the repair or replacement of the defective component, at HPA’s sole discretion.
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No refunds will be issued for warranty claims.
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Labour, shipping, and freight costs associated with warranty service are not covered.
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Incidental, consequential, indirect, special, or punitive damages are expressly excluded from coverage.
Warranty Requirements:
To maintain warranty eligibility, the vehicle’s maintenance must follow the factory-recommended service schedule and any applicable manufacturer-issued Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs). Proof of adherence may be required.
In the event of a warranty claim, you must provide adequate supporting documentation, which may include:
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Data logs
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Technician notes
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Photo and/or video evidence
Should you experience any issues with your items, please contact HPA Motorsports for technical assistance using the form below or by calling 604-888-7274 prior to engaging in any repair procedure. Failure to follow the advice of our technical support staff may cause undue harm that will not be covered by warranty.
DTM/FT/FTX VR6 Turbo Systems Warranty
In addition to HPA Motorsports' standard limited warranty, the following specific terms apply to all HPA FT/FTX series Turbo Systems for VR6 engines.
Components Covered Under Warranty
The following system components are covered for a period of one year from the original purchase date, against manufacturer defects:
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Turbochargers
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Exhaust Manifold
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Downpipe
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Catalytic Converters
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Exhaust System
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Intake Manifold
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Silicone Plumbing
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Intercoolers
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Fuel Pump
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Fuel Injectors
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Brake Calipers
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Haldex Controller
Components Not Covered Under Warranty
The following items are considered wear components and are not covered under warranty:
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Clutch
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Gearbox
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Brake Pads
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Brake Rotors
Workmanship Claims & Warranty Repairs
All warranty repairs related to defects in workmanship must be performed at the HPA Motorsports facility in Langley, BC, Canada. If the issue is determined to be the direct result of HPA workmanship, the cost of labour for in-house repairs will be covered under warranty.
In select cases, and only with prior written authorization from HPA, repairs may be carried out at an HPA-authorized facility at a pre-approved labour rate.
Note: Customers must contact HPA technical support prior to beginning any repair procedure. Failure to follow guidance from our team may void warranty coverage.
Maintenance Requirements for Warranty Validity
To maintain eligibility for warranty coverage, the following maintenance procedures must be followed in addition to the vehicle’s factory-recommended service schedule. All maintenance must be properly documented:
Break-in period: engine speed is not to exceed 5500 RPM, and absolutely NO standing starts are to be performed | 1000 km / 620 miles |
Mass Air Flow meter – Clean | 5000 km / 3100 miles |
Mass Air Flow meter – Replace | 20,000 km / 12,500 miles |
Engine Oil (Motul Xcess / 8100 5w40) & Filter – Replace | 5000 km / 3100 miles |
Haldex Fluid & Filter – Replace | 10,000 km / 6000 miles |
Failure to comply with these intervals and documentation requirements may result in the denial of warranty claims.
Additional Terms:
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Warranty coverage applies only to the original purchaser and is non-transferable
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Shipping, freight, and incidental costs are not covered
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HPA Motorsports will not be held liable for incidental, consequential, indirect, special, or punitive damages
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Warranty liability is limited strictly to repair or replacement of defective parts, at HPA’s sole discretion
Designed to be Reliable,
Engineered to Perform
Engineered to Perform
HPA OEM+ IS38 Turbo Upgrade
HPA is proud to offer an OEM+ IS38 Turbo that addresses all the reliability concerns plaguing the OE IHI IS38. This is a perfect service part for blown IS38 turbos, or a great upgrade for GTI owners looking to upgrade their IS20.
Unrivaled Reliability
We have a considerable number of upgrades made to the VAG OEM IS38 to address all reliability concerns and believe our product will be one of the most reliable options out there.
The HPA OEM+ IS38 Turbo features a fully upgraded and redesigned bearing system. This bearing system has been proven out in the field with 100% reliability on our 450 HP level Hybrid Turbos. We are providing the exact same package in an OEM+ design. This is insurance from the known weaknesses of the OEM IHI turbo.


PRECISION ENGINEERED
HPA has spent 4 years of research and development to completely rethink the bearing housing design.Each turbo requires precision CNC machining of the intake and exhaust housings and include an HPA proprietary mixed-flow turbine wheel, and CNC machined billet compressor wheel with better spool and anti-surge characteristics while still being compatible with all brands of IS38 tuning

OEM+ QUALITY
We found on some OEM turbos after long-term heat cycling from high EGTs to cold, the wastegate itself physically bends. Some of them have snapped and ended up in the catalytic convertor. This is a concern especially for customers who attend track days and drive their cars hard. We have upgraded all our wastegates with a highly heat resistant Inconel version to ensure this never happens.

DIRECT BOLT-ON REPLACEMENT
The HPA IS38 Hybrid turbo upgrade has everything you will need for a simple and quick installation including an HPA Turbo Muffler Delete, and OEM installation kit along with all hardware required.
* Diverter valve, and electronic wastegate actuator not included. Can be purchased separately.
HPA OEM+ IS38 equipped GTI Delivers on the Ultimate Endurance Test!
"I probably can't put into words how much I absolutely beat on the turbo from the moment it was installed.. It was flawless, with 12,000+ miles on one oil change... We went Coast to Coast in the USA non-stop in sub-30 hours as the first drive with it basically. In South America there were days that we would literally drive at 50-75% throttle until the fuel tank was empty, stop to refuel without turning the engine off, and then do the same, over and over again. On one specific day I drove with questionable fuel from 500 ft to 15,500 ft, continuously going full throttle to pass tractor trailers, then stopping for photos, and repeating."
- Jamie Orr, VW Ambassador








