They are also tested to ensure they meet the U.S. government's collision safety and crash protection standards. Hyundai parts have high reliability because they are made from high-quality materials. Use of imitation, aftermarket, alternative or other non-original equipment Hyundai parts may negatively affect vehicle crashworthiness and occupant safety during a collision, and is not recommended by Hyundai. Financial Impact The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) estimates that counterfeit automobile parts cost the global automotive parts industry $12 billion in lost sales a year, including $3 billion in the U.S. alone. The FTC also estimates that the U.S. auto parts industry lost sales to counterfeit parts correlates to approximately 200,000 – 250,000 fewer manufacturing jobs.