- Warranty for Toyota Certified Used Cars (TCUV): 12 months or 12,000 miles
- Warranty for Accessories: 12 Months
- Emissions Warranty in accordance with the Law
The complete list of items not covered by the warranty is provided below. You can see the warranty handbook for additional information.
1. Usage-related damage: Items that experience typical wear and tear, noise, vibration, or degradation are not covered by a warranty. Foreign-substance-induced abnormal noise and odor are likewise not warranted. After six months, if filters, fuses, wiper blades, inserts, and bulbs (except from headlamps) need to be replaced, this is regarded as normal wear and tear and is not covered by the warranty.
2. Substances other than those found in covered equipment The engine, transmission, transaxle, drivetrain, and restraint system are all covered by the powertrain warranty. The seatbelt and tires are covered by other warranties. Beyond the applicable comprehensive warranty coverage, brakes, steering, and suspension components are not warranted. There is no warranty on replacement parts covered by the battery, extended retail muffler, or shock absorber warranties.
3. Corrosion at the dealer’s outlet: In cases where corrosion perforation results from subpar dealer handling of stock, repairs to in-stock units are not warranted. It is not guaranteed that accessories installed by a dealer or distributor won’t corrode or perforate if the prescribed rust preventative isn’t used. The price of these repairs will be borne by the dealer or distributor who installed the item.
4. Corrosion brought on by outside forces: Damages brought on by stones, salt, gravel, accidents or other types of impact, industrial fallout or pollution, or past repairs, are not covered by the warranty. External surface rust that has been neglected to be repaired and perforation that resulted from poor vehicle maintenance are also not warranted.
5. Cosmetic damages: Over time, your car may lose some of its luster and condition. There will inevitably be a few tiny dings, scratches, and chips. Parts that need to be replaced as a result of fading, distortion, deterioration, regular wear and noise are not covered by the warranty.
Batteries that have been dropped, opened, cracked, frozen, infected, or otherwise damaged are not covered by the warranty. It is not guaranteed that using the wrong electrolyte won’t result in battery failure. Battery recharges are also not covered under warranties.
7. Incidental or consequential loss resulting from discomfort, loss of use of the vehicle, or economic loss is not covered by the warranty.
8. Owner’s Manual not followed: The owner’s manual contains instructions from the manufacturer on how to operate the vehicle. Damage that occurs as a result of using the vehicle improperly is not covered by the warranty.
9. Competitive driving: Your car’s warranty is void if it is damaged during a race or other competitive driving event. This is due to the fact that the car was not designed for competitive driving.
In addition to the manufacturer’s warranty, it’s a good idea to search for strong warranty options provided by the dealer.
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Are shocks covered by warranty?
While extended auto warranties and vehicle service contracts (VSCs) are meant to guard your automobile against unforeseen problems, many of them will not cover shocks and struts. Even the “bumper-to-bumper coverage” of your factory or manufacturer’s warranty excludes parts with such high wear and tear rates. Brake pads, spark plugs, and windshield wipers are additional parts that are often excluded from the majority of extended auto warranties and VSCs.
In spite of this, if your shocks and struts break, you can still find some protection. Your factory guarantee will still replace your shocks and struts if they have any problems brought on by a manufacturing flaw, even though it does not cover the cost of repairs if they break down due to normal wear and tear damage over time. Additionally, if your shocks and struts are destroyed in an accident, during theft, or as a result of bad weather, many auto insurance policies may assist in paying for their repair.
What does the Toyota warranty not cover?
The manufacturer’s assurance that your car will function as intended during the first few years of ownership is provided by the Toyota warranty. Your factory warranty will cover repairs and replacement parts if there are any flaws in the materials or craftsmanship that result in your car breaking down. A 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty make up the two most significant components of the Toyota warranty package.
Toyota’s warranty is on the shorter end of the spectrum when compared to those of other manufacturers. For instance, some automakers, such as Kia and Hyundai, provide powertrain coverage for 10 years/100,000 miles in addition to bumper-to-bumper coverage for 5 years/60,000 miles.
The complete Toyota warranty package, which is included with all new Toyota automobiles, is summarized as follows:
Toyota warranty details
The Toyota warranty is divided into sections that cover particular parts. The warranty handbook that comes with your car and is also available online from Toyota goes into great detail on these. The Toyota warranty is made up of the following broad coverages, in that order:
- Toyota’s bumper-to-bumper warranty, known as Basic Coverage, essentially covers all mechanical and electrical components with the exception of a few items listed in the warranty handbook.
- Powertrain Warranty: The engine, transmission, drive axles, and other moving parts of your automobile are covered by this Toyota warranty.
- Toyota will repair sheet metal body panels that rust through within the first five years of ownership. Corrosion Perforation Warranty.
- Emission Control Warranty: Each part’s warranty period is different. The guarantee period for parts like the fuel tank and exhaust manifold is three years and three thousand miles, while the warranty period for the catalytic converter and the engine control module is eight years and eight thousand miles.
- Restraint Systems Warranty: This takes effect if your seat belts or air bags aren’t working properly.
- Guarantee on Accessories: This warranty applies to any Toyota accessories installed on the car at the time of purchase. The warranty period for aftermarket accessories begins one year after the date of installation.
- Toyota increased its hybrid warranty for cars made in 2020 and beyond from 8 years/100,000 miles to 10 years/150,000 miles. This warranty covers problems with the electric drivetrain system, hybrid battery, and other hybrid-related parts.
Additional benefits
Toyota is one of the automakers that includes roadside assistance as a component of the factory warranty. ToyotaCare, which includes routine maintenance for two years and 25,000 miles as well as towing and roadside assistance around-the-clock for the same period of time and unlimited miles, is included with every new Toyota vehicle.
What’s excluded from the Toyota warranty?
A factory warranty covers a wide range of things, but there are some things that are specifically excluded, according to the manufacturer. Listed below are a few instances of items that the Toyota warranty does not cover:
- Damage from theft or vandalism
- standard wear and tear
- non-Toyota dealership or authorized service center repairs
- vehicle usage or neglect-related damage
- a result of natural disaster damage
- Tires (covered under a separate warranty from the tire manufacturer)
- oil changes and other maintenance services (not covered after ToyotaCare expiration)
Do warranties cover suspension issues?
After the warranty from the original manufacturer expires, an extended warranty can be a terrific way to keep your car protected. It’s crucial to realize that not all companies offering extended warranties will include air suspension. Due to the fact that it is a relatively new technology, many warranties do not include a list of its coverage. Although this could alter in the future, you should always verify that any warranty you are thinking about includes coverage for your car’s air suspension. Even though air suspension is less prone to damage, you should still make sure that your car is fully insured.
Extended Warranties That Cover Air Suspension
Some extended warranty providers, albeit not all, will cover your car’s air suspension. In their coverage summaries, ProGuard and Protect My Car both notably include air suspension. This implies that as long as your suspension system is still covered by their extended warranty, you will be covered for repairs.
If the car has air suspension as standard equipment, many new car manufacturer warranties will also cover that. Some of the makers of aftermarket air suspension kits will offer a warranty if you have added one to your car. Make sure any aftermarket air suspension package has a warranty so that your car is covered in the event that something goes wrong.
Extended Warranties That Don’t Cover Air Suspension
The most well-known extended warranties on the market now do not cover air suspension systems. Companies offering extended warranties haven’t begun including them in their coverage lists because they are still a relatively new technology and don’t come standard on the majority of cars. These systems are still not covered by warranty providers including Endurance, Car Shield, and Carchex. However, it is likely that they will soon be included in these companies’ coverage as they gain in popularity and accessibility.
Shocks linger for how long?
Have you experienced this? When you visit your regular shop for a routine oil change, the mechanic remarks, “By the way, you might want to consider getting some new shocks and/or struts.
Your initial reaction is undoubtedly “Really? I’m curious how much that will cost. The question “How do I know if I actually DO need new shocks/struts?” might be your next one. The majority of us have no idea how long shocks or struts should last, therefore this is a really good question.
How Long Do Shocks/Struts Last?
Many different things affect this. Shocks or struts can be compared to tennis shoes. They will last a lot longer if you only use them on the weekends to go shopping than if you ride a skateboard, wear them every day, and constantly use the brakes on your shoes!
This means that if you drive less frequently, on smoother roads, don’t drive aggressively, and don’t haul a lot of weight in your car, your shocks or struts will last longer.
If your car has been well-taken care of, you may anticipate that the shocks/struts will survive for roughly 10 years. Five years is probably the maximum you can hope for if you’ve really treated your automobile like a workhorse. This indicates that the typical driver may expect the shocks and struts to last a maximum of 7 or 8 years.
How Do I Know If My Car Has Shocks or Struts?
The majority of automobiles and SUVs on the road today have shock absorbers in the back and struts on the front wheels. Your car might have four wheel struts or, if it’s an extremely ancient car, four shocks, but this is less usual.
You can always read your owner’s manual, which ought to indicate what features are installed in your car, or you can get on all fours and have a look. Shocks, often known as shock absorbers, resemble the shocks on the front wheels of bicycles. Struts are far more intricate designs that are enclosed inside a coil spring. This is due to the fact that struts are a crucial component of the front suspension.
Sure-Fire Signs You Need Shocks or Struts
Because they genuinely don’t recognize that their shocks or struts need to be replaced, some folks never do. How can you be sure without a doubt? Here are 5 surefire indicators.
Dipping Front End or Droopy Bottom
Does the front end of your automobile droop down like a curtsy before the queen as you pass over a speed bump or if you apply the brakes more forcefully than usual? That is a classic indication of front struts that are worn out.
Alternatively, does the back of the car bottom out when you reverse out of a driveway and the back wheel strikes the curb’s dip? Does it leave pavement scrapes? These are indications that the rear shocks have served their purpose.
Leaks
You can inspect your shocks and struts if you get a flashlight. Do you notice any liquid, often brown in color, dripping over the shock or strut’s bottom portion? This has a distinct appearance from, say, a leak elsewhere that is splashing on the shock. There shouldn’t be a splash of fluid on only one side of this leak; it should come straight down.
Be wary of dishonest mechanics who spray oil all over your shocks or struts before showing you the “leaking part.” As they drive home, ask them to wipe it off with a rag. Within a few kilometers, if it is leaking, you will see it again.
A Bouncy Ride
This is possibly the most typical of all the warning flags, but it’s simple to overlook because most individuals get used to how their automobile rides over time.
A quick test involves pushing or standing on the bumper, bouncing up and down a few times, and then hopping off (watch your step!). After another bounce, the car should come to a stop. It’s time for new shocks or struts if it happens twice or more.
A Loss of Control
When you make a curve or hit a pothole that you weren’t expecting, that is another warning indicator. It is likely that the struts are damaged if you notice any swaying or feel generally unsteady in the car.
An antiquated method to check for this is to drive the car while someone else follows behind. When shocks and struts are severely worn out, the car will readily start to bounce or sway from side to side.
Tire Wear and Vibrations
Although imbalanced wheels can sometimes cause steering wheel vibrations, worn out struts can also be to blame.
Your front struts’ condition can also be determined by looking at your tires. Tires with what is known as “cupping,” which appears as bald, circular cup marks, typically end up this way due to severely worn out struts. Although it’s less common with rear shocks, if you haven’t replaced your struts, it’s likely that the rear shocks are also worn out.
Do shocks belong in the powertrain?
The assurance of a guarantee typically gives buyers of secondhand cars peace of mind. However, are you aware of the warranty you are receiving?
One woman has recently discovered the significant cost differences between bumper-to-bumper and powertrain warranties.
Ashley Lorenzen, a college student from Northern Kentucky, did her research before purchasing a gently used 2014 Chevy Spark. She checked the CARFAX report and had it tested for problems.
Three weeks following her purchase, she claimed that “I started hearing this extremely loud sound from the rear wheel.”
Lorenzen wasn’t overly concerned because she had made sure the car had a powertrain warranty to cover unforeseen issues.
I’ll call them and hopefully the warranty will cover it, I was thinking as I made the grinding noise.
The dealer informed her that the rear wheel main bearing had failed and that it was not covered. The hour of work required by its mechanics to identify the issue would cost
It’s a typical complaint from purchasers of used cars. These days, there’s a high possibility that any used car you look at at a large dealership comes with a powertrain guarantee, which can last anywhere from 30 days to “lifetime.”
It’s a good idea to study what that warranty covers and what it doesn’t, as Lorenzen discovered.
In Newport, Kentucky, Scott Stewart, a seasoned certified mechanic, oversees a CAR-X location. He claimed that scores of people had been affected by the same problem, which involved used car owners who believed their limited powertrain warranty would cover their malfunction.
The engine and motor themselves, which are often covered by the powertrain warranty, are what move the car. It frequently excludes coverage for the car’s brakes, wheel bearings, and other small parts.
Before you buy a secondhand car, find out what any warranties cover to protect yourself.
- Bumper-to-bumper warranties typically include coverage for all moving parts and electrical problems (which can be very costly to repair).
- Typically, only the engine, transmission, and driveshaft are covered by powertrain warranties. Typically, coverage excludes wheels, suspension, air conditioning, heat, and electrical accessories.
It cost Lorenzen $375 in repairs before she even had the car for a month. She admitted, “I haven’t even paid my first car payment yet.
The good news is that the dealer agreed to refund Lorenzen $275 of the $375 she spent on the wheel repair once we intervened.
Her story serves as a useful reminder to all prospective buyers of used cars to confirm the details of the warranty to avoid wasting money.
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