I would think if this is a significant issue and Intel isn't replacing the mobos for free there would be a loud outpouring of complaints online in addition to class action lawsuits. Unfortunately with class action lawsuits, the lawyers get rich and the damaged consumer gets a $5. coupon worth the purchase of a product from the manufacturer who sold the original defective item. So the consumer is the only one who actually loses...
Great system, isn't it? /sarcasm