How Long Is the Warranty for a Car Steering Gear?
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Household automobile products can be replaced or returned free of charge within 60 days from the date the seller issues the purchase invoice or within 3,000 kilometers of driving mileage. Below are the specific details of the automobile three-guarantee policy: Three-Guarantee Coverage: The steering gear is included in the automobile's three-guarantee coverage, as it is part of the steering system. The main components of the steering system, braking system, suspension system, front/rear axle, and body are specified by the manufacturer in the three-guarantee certificate. Conditions for Free Replacement: If repairs have been performed twice for a severe safety performance failure and the issue remains unresolved or a new severe safety performance failure occurs; if the engine or transmission has been replaced twice, or if the same major component of the engine or transmission has been replaced twice due to quality issues and still cannot function properly (replacements of the engine/transmission and their major components are not counted repeatedly); or if the same major component of the steering system, braking system, suspension system, front/rear axle, or body has been replaced twice due to quality issues and still cannot function properly.
Last time when I had issues with my steering gear, I specifically looked up the information. Nowadays, mainstream brands mostly calculate based on the vehicle's overall warranty, with the most common being 3 years or 100,000 kilometers, whichever comes first. For example, my Japanese car has a three-year warranty, while my friend's American car offers five years. However, it's important to check the maintenance manual carefully, as some brands may list the steering system separately for warranty, like Hyundai models which provide a separate five-year warranty for the steering gear. If you've modified the chassis components or had repairs done at small external shops, the original manufacturer might not honor the warranty. It's recommended to go directly to the 4S store to check the system records if any issues arise—they can scan the computer to see the warranty status instantly.