What Does a Core Deposit Charge Mean?

A core deposit charge, also commonly referred to as a core charge or core deposit, is a refundable deposit paid when purchasing a remanufactured turbocharger or another remanufactured automotive component.

The deposit is refunded after you return the old part removed from your vehicle. The returned core must match the purchased part, be complete, and have no significant physical damage to its external housing.

This means that the core deposit is not an additional cost of the product. It is a refundable amount that you can receive back once the old part has been returned and meets the applicable return conditions.

Why Is There a Core Deposit Charge?

1. Encourages the Return of Old Parts

The core deposit system encourages customers to return the old unit removed from their vehicle after installing the replacement part instead of disposing of it.

2. Supports Professional Remanufacturing

Returned components can be disassembled, cleaned, inspected, and professionally remanufactured. Components that remain technically suitable can be reused, while worn or damaged parts are replaced.

This system helps maintain a continuous supply of rebuildable cores and makes it possible to offer professionally remanufactured automotive parts at competitive prices.

3. Reduces Waste

By reusing technically suitable housings and other components, fewer new raw materials are required and fewer automotive parts end up as waste.

How Does the Core Deposit Work? Step by Step

When purchasing a remanufactured turbocharger or another automotive part with a core deposit, the process is straightforward.

1. Purchase a Remanufactured Part

When ordering a remanufactured turbocharger or another component, you will see the core deposit amount displayed on the product page.

The deposit is added to the product price in your shopping cart. Once the order has been paid and processed, we ship the ordered replacement part to you.

2. Install the Replacement Part

Once you receive the remanufactured turbocharger or other component, it can be installed in your vehicle. Keep the old part removed from the vehicle so that it can be returned for your core deposit refund.

3. Register and Return Your Old Part

When you are ready to return the old part, log in to your NERINGS account and go to the “Returns” section. Select the relevant order and register the return of your old unit.

We recommend returning the old part in the same packaging in which you received the remanufactured unit, or using similarly secure packaging. This helps protect the component against damage during transportation.

The returned part must be the corresponding model, complete, and without significant physical damage to the external housing.

4. Receive Your Core Deposit Refund

Once the old part has been received, our specialists inspect it to confirm that it meets the core return requirements.

If the returned unit meets the required conditions, the core deposit is refunded to your original payment method within 14 business days.

Main Requirements for Receiving a Core Deposit Refund

• Condition: The returned unit must be complete, have no significant physical damage to the housing, and correspond to the model of the purchased part.
• Return period: The old part must be returned within the specified period, normally no later than 1–2 months from the order date.
• Packaging: We recommend using the packaging in which the remanufactured part was delivered, or other suitable protective packaging, to reduce the risk of transport damage.
• Refund period: Once the old part has been received and successfully inspected, the core deposit refund is processed within 14 business days.

Does the Old Part Have to Be in Working Condition?

No. The old part is being returned precisely because it is worn, faulty, or requires professional remanufacturing.

However, the unit must be complete and suitable for remanufacturing. For example, a turbocharger should not have an irreparably broken housing or be missing essential components.

Which Parts May Have a Core Deposit?

Core deposit systems are commonly used for automotive components that can be professionally remanufactured.

A core deposit may apply to products such as:

• turbochargers;
• high-pressure fuel pumps;
• diesel fuel injectors;
• starter motors;
• alternators;
• steering racks;
• power steering pumps;
• other remanufacturable automotive components.

If an old-part return is required for a specific product, the applicable core deposit amount will be displayed on the product page and in your shopping cart.

Tips for a Fast and Successful Core Deposit Refund

• Check the core deposit and return conditions for the specific product before placing your order.
• Keep the packaging until you have returned your old part.
• Do not dismantle the old unit and make sure all essential components are included.
• Pack the old part securely to prevent damage to the housing during transportation.
• Return the old part within the specified return period.
• Use a trackable shipping service and keep your tracking number until the return has been completed.

In Short – What Should You Know About a Core Deposit?

A core deposit charge is a refundable deposit, not an additional cost of the part.

You purchase a remanufactured part, install it in your vehicle, and then return the old unit removed from your vehicle. Once the old part has been received and inspected, the deposit is refunded if the core meets the applicable return requirements.

This system supports the professional remanufacturing and reuse of automotive components while helping to reduce waste and the demand for new raw materials.

If you have questions about a core deposit or are unsure whether your old turbocharger, fuel pump, injector, starter motor, alternator, steering rack, or other component meets the return requirements, contact the NERINGS specialists before returning the part.