Does Lexus Offer Lifetime Warranty?
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Lexus maintenance is not free for life. Here are the relevant details about Lexus warranty: 1. Lexus provides 6 years or 150,000 kilometers of free maintenance service for consumers of its hybrid models, which includes 15 free maintenance services. 2. For gasoline models, Lexus offers 4 years or 100,000 kilometers of free maintenance service, which includes 10 free maintenance services. 3. Lexus recommends maintenance approximately every 4.8 months, preferably every 10,000 kilometers, ensuring that the maintenance is completed just in time when the specified period or mileage is reached.
I recently studied Lexus's warranty policy in detail and found that their standard factory warranty is not a lifetime warranty. New vehicles typically come with a basic warranty of 3 years or 100,000 kilometers, while the powertrain warranty covering core components like the engine and transmission may be slightly longer, but even that has its limits. Lifetime warranties are indeed rare in the automotive industry, and in many cases, they are additional paid service contracts offered by dealerships. I recommend checking the owner's manual or consulting a sales advisor for details when purchasing a car, as warranty terms may vary slightly by region and model. Regular maintenance ensures the warranty remains valid, but it doesn’t turn into a permanent guarantee. This is something to keep in mind to avoid misunderstandings and prevent unexpected maintenance costs from increasing overall driving expenses.
