What is covered in the Honda HR-V’s manufacturer warranty?

The Honda HR-V was first released in South Africa in 2015 and was updated in 2018, just two years after Honda South Africa introduced what it claims to be a comprehensive 5-year/200 000km warranty on all new vehicles, which was effective as of 7 January 2016. Let’s take a look at what is covered, and more importantly, what is excluded from the HR-V’s factory warranty.

 

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What are the basics of the warranty?

• The warranty period for the HR-V range is 5 years or 200 000, whichever comes first.

• The warranty becomes active as of the first date of registration.

• Honda will cover defects in manufacturing and workmanship.

• The warranty will remain in place subject to regular and scheduled maintenance by an accredited Honda dealership

 

Being a comprehensive warranty, the following components are covered, subject to exclusions:

• Engine, excluding failure due to lack of maintenance or user abuse.

• Gearbox, excluding clutch replacement due to wear and tear or driver abuse.

• Brakes (excluding wear and tear of pads and discs).

• Steering system including power steering pump and steering rack.

• Front and rear suspension (excluding wear and tear of components such as shock absorbers).

• Electrical components (excluding the repair of damage as a result of user abuse).

• Air conditioning and heating.

 

What is not covered?

 

• Servicing, including oil changes and major maintenance.

• Wheel balancing and alignment.

• Wheels and tyres.

• All wear and tear items

• If the vehicle has been modified using aftermarket parts that are not Honda approved, the warranty will no longer be valid.

• Damage as a result of accidents or driver abuse.

• Damage caused by the environment.

 

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