Has the Lingpai rust issue been resolved?
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The rust issue with the Lingpai has basically been resolved. From online complaints, it can be seen that Toyota Lingpai models from various years have mostly been reported for door rust problems. The volume of complaints indicates that the Toyota Lingpai models affected by door rust are mainly concentrated between the 2013 and 2018 models, all of which are 1.8L displacement Lingpai models. The newer models have adopted a new body frame design, suggesting that the issue has been effectively resolved. Below are the relevant details: 1. Cause of rust: The rust on the Lingpai is not significantly related to harsh environmental conditions; the problem mainly lies in the steel material itself and the painting process. For a normal vehicle, under standard steel and painting process conditions, rust generally does not occur unless the vehicle is impacted, causing the paint to crack, which then leads to rust at the cracked areas. 2. Judgment: If the vehicle has not been involved in a collision, rust appearing on the surface of parts is usually judged based on local humidity conditions and the vehicle's usage. Generally, such rust is caused by the vehicle being submerged in water.
I've been driving the Lingpai for a few years now. Initially chose it for fuel efficiency and spaciousness, but later noticed the door panels and chassis are prone to rusting, especially when frequently driven in humid coastal areas. Honda later initiated a recall for certain production batches of the Lingpai, offering free anti-rust coating or part replacements. After checking my VIN and finding it within the recall scope, I got it fixed – no further rust spread since. Owners who haven't received notifications should promptly check records at authorized dealerships or regularly wash/wax their cars as prevention. The issue is largely resolved now, with Honda prioritizing post-improvements – newer models show significantly enhanced rustproofing. Bottom line: don't stress too much; routine maintenance handles minor issues.
