Authentic Food Trucks · Return & Refund Policy

Fair, clear terms for returns and refunds.

Because we sell both custom-built units and stock kitchen equipment, return rules differ depending on what you ordered. This page lays out exactly what applies to you.

Last UpdatedJune 19, 2026
Standard Window14 Days
Custom BuildsCase-by-Case
01 · Eligibility

What can — and can't — be returned.

Stock kitchen equipment and custom-built trucks or trailers are treated differently. Here's the split.

Usually Eligible

Stock kitchen equipment

  • Unused, unopened equipment in original packaging
  • Returned within 14 days of delivery
  • Items that arrived damaged or defective
  • Orders that don't match what was confirmed at checkout
Generally Non-Refundable

Custom trucks & trailers

  • Deposits once fabrication has started
  • Units built to your specific layout or equipment list
  • Equipment installed and used in a completed build
  • Custom paint, wraps, or branding work already completed
02 · How to Request

Starting a return takes four steps.

No portals, no forms buried in a help center — just message us directly.

1

Message us on WhatsApp

Send your order number, the item, and the reason for the return. The faster you reach out after delivery, the smoother this goes.

2

We confirm eligibility

Our team checks your order against this policy and lets you know within 1–2 business days whether it qualifies.

~1–2 business days
3

Ship it back (if applicable)

For eligible equipment returns, we'll share the return address and any instructions for safe packaging.

4

Refund is issued

Once the item is received and inspected, your refund is processed to the original payment method.

5–10 business days
03 · Timelines

How long each step actually takes.

StepTypical timingNotes
Return window opensFrom date of deliveryConfirmed via your delivery record
Standard equipment return window14 daysUnused items, original packaging
Damage report window48 hoursPhotos required, see Section 04
Eligibility confirmation1–2 business daysSent to you via WhatsApp
Refund after inspection5–10 business daysTo original payment method
Custom build cancellation reviewCase-by-caseDepends on build stage reached
04 · Damaged or Incorrect Items

If something arrives wrong, here's what to do.

STEP 01

Inspect on arrival

Check the unit or equipment before signing off with the carrier, where possible.

STEP 02

Photograph the issue

Clear photos of damage, missing parts, or incorrect items, including packaging.

STEP 03

Message us within 48 hours

Send photos and your order number to our WhatsApp number — this is the fastest path to resolution.

STEP 04

We make it right

Depending on the issue, we'll arrange a replacement part, a repair, or a refund.

Why 48 hours matters: reporting damage quickly lets us file claims with the carrier while the paper trail is fresh, which is usually what determines how fast your case is resolved.
05 · Refund Methods

How you get your money back.

💳

Original payment method

Refunds are returned to the card, account, or payment method used at checkout whenever possible.

🏦

Bank transfer

For orders paid by wire or bank transfer, refunds are sent back to the same account on file.

🧾

Store credit (optional)

If you'd prefer, we can apply your refund as credit toward a future order or equipment upgrade instead.

06 · Exchanges

Prefer a swap over a refund?

Let us know — we can often exchange stock equipment for a different model, size, or spec instead of processing a full refund. Exchanges follow the same 14-day, unused-condition rule as standard returns, and any price difference is settled before the new item ships.

07 · Restocking & Return Shipping

What it costs to send something back.

Returns due to our error — wrong item shipped, defective on arrival, transit damage — are covered by us in full, including return shipping. For change-of-mind returns on eligible stock equipment, return shipping is the buyer's responsibility, and a restocking fee may apply depending on the item's condition on return. We'll always confirm any fee with you before the return is finalized, so there are no surprises.

08 · Common Questions

Returns & refunds, answered.

If fabrication hasn't started yet, your deposit may be eligible for a refund minus any costs already incurred. Once the build is underway, deposits are generally non-refundable since materials and labor are already committed to your spec.
Yes, for standard change-of-mind returns. Original packaging helps the item arrive back to us safely and is required for a full refund. Items returned without it may be subject to a reduced refund.
That falls under warranty rather than this return policy. Message us with your order details and a description of the issue, and we'll guide you through the manufacturer warranty process.
We'll confirm directly on WhatsApp once your refund has been issued, along with the expected timing for it to reflect in your account.
Yes — each item in an order is assessed individually against this policy, so you're not required to return the entire order to get a partial refund.

Need help with a return?

Message our team with your order number and we'll walk you through eligibility, timing, and next steps.

© Authentic Food Trucks · authenticfoodtrucks.com — Return eligibility is confirmed on a per-order basis.
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