Honda Warranty

The European Warranty is given by:

Universal Honda Ltd is the representative of Honda Motor Vehicles in the Republic of Ireland, hereinafter referred to as Honda. This Warranty will also be honoured in the European Countries listed on this page.

The Honda Car Covered:

The Honda car purchased as specified on the Warranty Certificate. The Warranty Certificate is found on page 3 of your service book and must be completed by your Authorised Honda Outlet with full details of your car.

This must be a Honda car, first manufactured in or imported to Europe by Honda Motor Europe or a Honda Authorised distributor, and be a car that meets the homologation and regulation requirements of a European country listed on this page.

The Warranty is Given by:

Universal Honda ltd the representative of Honda in the Republic of Ireland, hereinafter referred to as Honda.

The Warranty is Given to:

You as the new owner, but the warranty may be transferred to any subsequent owner for the remaining period of warranty.

The Warranty Cover means:

The Honda car covered will be free from material and manufacturing defects. This is in addition to, and does not detract from, any legal rights. The Warranty consists of:

• Standard Warranty
• Surface Corrosion Warranty
• Exhaust System Warranty
• Structural Corrosion Warranty
• Chassis Corrosion Warranty
• Hybrid Component Warranty (if applicable)
• High Voltage Battery Warranty (applicable to Honda e)
• Electric Powertrain Warranty (applicable to Honda e)

The details of which are listed on the following pages.

The European Countries include:

All members of the European Union, Croatia, Gibraltar, Iceland, Norway, Moldova, Serbia Switzerland, Ukraine and UK.

Service Requirement:

To comply with the conditions of the Warranties, your car must be serviced in accordance with the schedules shown on pages 27 to 36. This will ensure that you receive maximum protection under the Warranty schemes.

Standard Warranty / 5 Years

Honda warrants that the Honda car specified on your Warranty Certificate is free from material and manufacturing defects for the period of 5 years from the “Warranty Start Date” with no mileage restriction for private use (see your warranty summary document or page 9 for alternative use mileage restrictions). During this period Honda will repair or replace, free of charge, any such defects found on the car, subject to the Warranty Conditions*.

Surface Corrosion Warranty / 3 Years

Honda warrants that the Honda car specified on your Warranty Certificate is free from corrosion appearing on visible painted surfaces for the period of 3 years unlimited mileage from the “Warranty Start Date” as specified on your Warranty Certificate. During this period Honda will rectify, free of charge, any such defects found on the car, subject to the Warranty Conditions*.

Exhaust System Warranty / 5 Years

Honda warrants that the exhaust system of the Honda car specified on your Warranty Certificate will be free from perforation due to corrosion for a period of 5 years unlimited mileage from the “Warranty Start Date” as specified on your Warranty Certificate. During this period Honda will rectify, free of charge, any such defects found on the car, subject to the Warranty Conditions*. All external (visible) areas of the exhaust system are covered for perforation due to corrosion. This includes manifold, pipes, silencers and the catalytic converter.

Structural Corrosion Warranty / 12 Years

Honda warrants that the Honda car specified on your Warranty Certificate is free from corrosion from the inside to the outside of body panels and structural parts for the period of 12 years unlimited mileage from the “Warranty Start Date” as specified on your Warranty Certificate. During this period Honda will rectify, free of charge, any such defects found on the car, subject to the Warranty Conditions*. Fender panels, bonnet panel, boot lid, door panels, floor panels, dashboard lower, wheel house, roof panel, pillar panels, rocker panels (sills), front and rear side frames.

Chassis Corrosion Warranty / 10 Years

Honda warrants that the Honda car specified on your Warranty Certificate is free from functional failure caused by perforation due to corrosion for specific components* for the period of 10 years unlimited mileage from the “Warranty Start Date” as specified on your Warranty Certificate. During this period Honda will rectify, free of charge, any such defects found on the car, subject to the Warranty Conditions*.

*Specified components: • Suspension Arms • Suspension Beams • Driveshafts • Brake Lines • Fuel Lines • Fuel Tank • Suspension Springs

Exceptions to the 3 year Painted Surface Corrosion Warranty: Does not cover any under body / suspension / steering or under bonnet / hood component. (Note - Under bonnet means nuts, bolts, brackets, alternator, head cover, engine block etc.). Does not cover surface corrosion of components behind bumpers of garnishes. Does not cover contamination resulting from damage caused by bird droppings or industrial fall out.

Exceptions to the 5 year Exhaust System Corrosion Warranty: Does not include heat shields or silence internal baffles. Does not cover internal structure of catalytic converter.

Exceptions to the 10 year Chassis Warranty: Does not include ball joints, dampers, brake discs or any component where noises results from corrosion. Does not cover normal wear and tear or abuse.

Exceptions to the 12 year Perforation Warranty: Does not include any perforation that results from external damage such as stone chip or scratch / scrape. Does not include and perforation that results from failure to repair notified damage. Does not include corrosion that has progressed from an edge.

Hybrid Warranty / 5 Years

Honda warrants that the Honda car specified on your Warranty certificate is free from material and manufacturing defects to the Hybrid system, which includes the components listed below*, for a period of 5 years with no mileage restriction for private use (see your warranty summary document or page 9 for alternative use mileage restrictions). The Hybrid warranty is in addition to the standard warranty. During this warranty period Honda will rectify, free of charge, any such defects found on the car, subject to the Warranty Conditions*.

*Specified components are: • Battery control • Motor and controller • DC-DC Convertor • Generator • High voltage cables • Power invertor

Electric Powertrain Warranty / 5 Years

Honda warrants that the Honda car specified on your Warranty Certificate is free from material and manufacturing defects of the Electric Powertrain for the period of 5 years from the “Warranty Start Date” with no mileage restriction for private use (see your warranty summary document or page 9 for alternative use mileage restrictions). During this period Honda will repair or replace, free of charge, any such defects found on the car, subject to the Warranty Conditions* (Applicable to EV only).

High Voltage Battery Warranty / 8 Years

Honda warrants that the Honda car specified on your Warranty Certificate is free from material and manufacturing defects of the High Voltage Battery for the period of 8 years from the “Warranty Start Date” or 160,000 km with a capacity of 70%, whichever comes first (Applicable to EV only).

Warranty Conditions

1. In deciding a warranty claim, your Authorised Honda Outlet will take into consideration the following factors, where they have a material effect on the claim:

a. Whether the car’s prescribed maintenance schedule has been followed, in accordance with the standards and specifications of Honda as described in the service reminder card. We recommend that all service and repair work is carried out by an Authorised Honda Outlet.

b. The car must be inspected every 12 months by an Authorised Honda Outlet in order to maintain the Structural Corrosion Warranty. It is the owner’s responsibility to carry out any rectification work identified as necessary to maintain the warranty.

c. Defects directly or indirectly attributable to the inadequacy of a repair or service performed by an independent facility.

d. The care taken by the owner in following periodic checks on the car (see page 18).

e. Any unauthorised modifications or alterations to the car, including conversions to alternative fuel.

f. Defects due to use of parts which do not meet the standards and specifications of genuine Honda parts, accessories and lubricants.

g. Defects due to neglect, mistreatment or use other than that indicated in the owner’s manual or use beyond the limitations or specifications of Honda (eg. maximum load, passenger capacity etc.).

h. Defects due to the use of abrasive or aggressive cleaning materials on the car.

i. Defects due to abnormal use, mistreatment, neglect, use by unqualified or inexperienced drivers or use of the vehicle in competition, such as races or rallying.

j. Defects due to natural disasters, fire, collision, theft and secondary damages based on any of these occurrences.

k. Secondary defects due to environmental conditions beyond the control of Honda (eg. industrial or domestic atmospheric fallout, chemicals, bird droppings, sea water, salt or other corrosive elements).

l. Damage that results from the passage of time (natural fading of painted surfaces, plated surfaces, sheet peeling and other deterioration).

m. Corrosion as a result of total or partial immersion in water.

n. Surface corrosion as a result of stone chips, or external abrasions beyond the control of Honda.

o. Cars that have been written off by virtue of an insurance total loss claim (any category) will have the warranty invalidated as a consequence.

2. The 5 year unlimited mileage Standard Warranty (listed on page 6), Hybrid Warranty and Electric Powertrain Warranty (listed on page 8) only apply to vehicles used soley for private use. The following restrictions apply for alternative use: Taxis 5 years / 100,000 km, Self Hire and Commercial Use 5 years / 200,000 km.

3. The warranty does not cover the cost of normal servicing, nor such service items as oil, spark plugs, filters etc. Similarly, items which can be expected to wear as part of their normal function (such as clutch plates, brake friction surfaces, wiper blades, tyres, bulbs, fuses, etc.) are not covered unless there is a manufacturing defect.

4. Expenses incidental to the warranty claim, other than those specified in the Honda Assistance program, are not covered. Examples include:

• Expenses incurred for towing, communications, accommodation, meals, and other items due to breakdown.
• Any expense related to personal injury or accidental property damage.
• Compensation for loss of time, commercial losses, or rental cost for a substitute product during the period of adjustment.

5. Honda reserves the right to decide the extent and method of the remedial repair.

6. All parts removed during a warranty repair become the property of Honda.

7. All parts replaced under Warranty are covered for the remainder of the warranty period.

8. The warranty does not cover broken, chipped or scratched window glass unless it is due to a defect in material or workmanship.

9. Honda reserves the right to make alterations and improvements to any model without obligation to do so to vehicles already sold.

The Owner’s Responsibility is to:

Ensure that your car is serviced and checked in accordance with the specifications printed in the car owner’s manual and in the service reminder card. Promptly notify your Authorised Honda Outlet of any defect on the car which may result in a warranty claim. Bring your Warranty Certificate (contained in this service book) with you when you visit your Authorised Honda Outlet.

The Authorised Honda Outlet’s Obligation is to:

Complete the Vehicle Data Section in the service book, register the car for warranty and inform the customer of the Honda Warranty. Explain fully the owner’s responsibilities for maintaining and servicing the car. Ensure that any repairs and treatments, whether under warranty or not, are completed to the standards specified by Honda. Undertake any repairs or treatments necessary on any proven damage or defect covered by this warranty at no cost to the customer.

Travelling Abroad

Your warranty will be honoured in most European countries as stated in the warranty conditions. But be aware of the following recommendations:

1. Ensure that your car is thoroughly serviced at your Honda Outlet prior to your trip.

2. Pay particular attention to periodic checks, as you may cover many miles at high speed with a heavier than normal load.

3. It is strongly advised that adequate travel insurance is obtained to cover unforeseen circumstances. Please consult your insurers or any motoring organisation.

4. Some European countries have legal requirements regarding certain “touring accessories”. Please check this with your Honda Outlet before making your journey. Honda provides a range of accessories available from your Authorised Honda Outlet.

5. It is important that you take this service book (and your owners card) with you. It is your proof that your car is covered by warranty and that services have been carried out.

6. We recommend that whilst travelling abroad only warranty repairs of an emergency or safety related nature are dealt with and others are referred to your local Authorised Honda Outlet on return.

Servicing

Like all cars, your Honda needs regular maintenance to ensure its reliability and durability. It can also reduce the cost of running your car, in the long term. Servicing should be carried out at the time of mileage indicated in the relevant schedule. All necessary maintenance and servicing during the Warranty period must be carried out in accordance with the standards and specifications of Honda which can be found in the service reminder card.

We recommend that all service work is carried out by an Authorised Honda Outlet. And don’t forget to bring this booklet along with you so this can be updated each time. We’ll look after the servicing and technical maintenance.

All we suggest you do is regularly:

• Check the engine oil level
• Check the brake fluid level
• Check the coolant level
• Check the windscreen washer level
• Check your lights
• Check your tyre pressures and their condition.

All this information and advice can also be found in your Owner’s Manual.