New Vehicle Limited Warranty
WHAT IS COVERED AND HOW LONG
Basic Warranty
This warranty covers repairs and adjustments needed to correct defects in materials or workmanship of any part supplied by Lexus, subject to the exceptions indicated under “What Is Not Covered” on pages 19–20.
Coverage is for 48 months or 50,000 miles, whichever occurs first, with the exception of wheel alignment and wheel balancing, which are covered for 12 months or 20,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
Powertrain Warranty
This warranty covers repairs needed to correct defects in materials or workmanship of any component listed here and supplied by Lexus, subject to the exceptions indicated under “What Is Not Covered” on pages 19–20.
Coverage is for 72 months or 70,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
Engine
Cylinder block and head and all internal parts, timing belt and cover, flywheel, oil pan, water pump, fuel pump, engine mounts, engine control computer, seals and gaskets.
Transmission and Transaxle
Case and all internal parts, torque converter, clutch cover, mounts, engine control computer, seals and gaskets.
Front-Wheel-Drive System
Drive shaft, axle, hub, bearings, seals and gaskets.
Rear-Wheel-Drive System
Differential carrier assembly, drive shaft, axle carrier, axle case, axle bearing, axle shaft, seals and gaskets.
Restraint Systems Warranty
This warranty covers repairs needed to correct defects in materials or workmanship of any seatbelt or air bag system supplied by Lexus, subject to the exceptions indicated under “What Is Not Covered” on pages 19–20.
Coverage is for 72 months or 70,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
For vehicles sold and registered in Kansas, the warranty for seatbelts and related components is 10 years, regardless of mileage.
Corrosion Perforation Warranty
This warranty covers repair or replacement of any original body panel that develops perforation from corrosion (rust-through), subject to the exceptions indicated under “What Is Not Covered” on pages 19–20.
Coverage is for 72 months, regardless of mileage.
For information on how to protect your vehicle from corrosion, see the section entitled “Service Procedures and Specifications — Body” in the Owner’s Manual.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
This warranty does not cover damage or failures resulting directly or indirectly from any of the following:
• Fire, accidents or theft
• Abuse or negligence
• Misuse — for example, racing or overloading
• Improper repairs
• Alteration or tampering, including installation of non-Genuine Lexus Accessories
• Lack of or improper maintenance, including use of fluids other than those specified in the Owner’s Manual
• Installation of non-Genuine Lexus Parts
• Airborne chemicals, tree sap, road debris (including stone chips), rail dust, salt, hail, floods, wind storms, lightning and other environmental conditions
• Water contamination
This warranty also does not cover the following:
Tires
Tires are covered by a separate warranty provided by the tire manufac - turer. See page 34.
Normal Wear and Tear
Noise, vibration, cosmetic conditions and other deterioration caused by normal wear and tear.
Maintenance Expense*
Normal maintenance services such as engine tune-ups; replacement of fluids and filters; lubrication; cleaning and polishing; replacement of spark plugs and fuses; and replacement of worn wiper blades, brake pads/linings and clutch linings.
Vehicles With Altered Odometer
Failure of a vehicle on which the odometer has been altered so that actual vehicle mileage cannot be readily determined.
Vehicles With Unknown Vehicle Identification Number
Any vehicle for which the original factory-assigned vehicle identification number cannot be determined.
Salvage or Total-Loss Vehicles
Any vehicle that has ever been issued a “salvage” title or similar title under any state’s law; or has ever been declared a “total loss” or equivalent by a financial institution or insurer, such as by payment for a claim in lieu of repairs because the cost of repairs exceeded the cash value of the vehicle.
This exclusion does not apply to the emission control warranties.
Incidental Damages
Incidental or consequential damages associated with a vehicle failure. Such damages include but are not limited to inconvenience; the cost of transportation, telephone calls and lodging; the loss of personal or commercial property; and the loss of pay or revenue.
Disclaimer of Extra Expenses and Damages
The performance of necessary repairs and adjustments is the exclusive remedy under this warranty or any implied warranty.
Lexus does not authorize any person to create for it any other obligation or liability in connection with this vehicle. Lexus shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages resulting from breach of this written warranty or any implied warranty.
Any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited to the duration of this written warranty, except in states where this limitation is not allowed.
DISPUTE RESOLUTION
If a dispute arises regarding your warranty coverage, please follow the steps described on pages 9–10.
Please note that you must use the National Center for Dispute Settlement before seeking remedies through a court action pursuant to the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. You may also be required to use the National Center for Dispute Settlement before seeking remedies under the Lemon Laws of your state.
For the requirements applicable to your state, see the appropriate page of the Lemon Law Guide located in your vehicle.
See also:
General information
You are responsible for ensuring that
your Lexus is operated and maintained
according to the instructions
in the Owner’s Manual and the
“Maintenance Information” section
of this guide.
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Cargo and luggage
Take notice of the following information about storage precautions, cargo
capacity and load:
• Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever possible.
• Be sure all items are secu ...
Folding down the second seatbacks (with third seats)
Before folding down the second seatbacks
Lower the head restraints to the lowest position.
Folding down second seatbacks
Pull the seatback lock release lever and fold them down.
To return the se ...