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Old Jul 12, 2008 | 12:31 PM
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So i noticed the other day that my beautiful box has a RUST SPOT right above the winshield. I LOVE NY! I am not sure what the rules are about the corrosion warranty does anyone know? does anyone else have this problem?
Old Jul 12, 2008 | 12:39 PM
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doesnt scion have a lifetime warranty for rust?
Old Jul 12, 2008 | 12:42 PM
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they have a 5 year corrosion warranty
Old Jul 12, 2008 | 05:35 PM
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If it is from a stone chip it is yours.
Old Jul 12, 2008 | 08:41 PM
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It's a "rust thru" policy. Basically none.
Old Jul 12, 2008 | 10:15 PM
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Originally Posted by YellowBoxGirl
they have a 5 year corrosion warranty
That's only if you can prove that there was a defect in manufacturing that caused the rust. Pretty much anything on the front of the vehicle, they're gonna say "stone chip, not our problem."
Old Jul 12, 2008 | 10:23 PM
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The paint MUST be bubbled, for it to be covered under the corrosion warranty.
Old Jul 13, 2008 | 06:27 AM
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you have pic?
Old Jul 13, 2008 | 12:44 PM
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Another thing,You say it is around the windshield have you had the glass replaced?The installer may have gouged the paint removing the old glass.

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Old Jul 13, 2008 | 01:05 PM
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Originally Posted by kzhorse
Another thing,You say it is around the windshield have you had the glass replaced?The installer may have gouged the paint removing the old glass.
Good point but good luck proving that.
The best fix would be to spot sand and repaint the spot and then keep an eye on it.
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Originally Posted by Metro273
The paint MUST be bubbled, for it to be covered under the corrosion warranty.
With no sign of exposed metal on the outside, I presume.
Old Jul 14, 2008 | 01:14 AM
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^^^Exactly! No metal exposed but the paint literally bubbling. This is covered.
Old Jul 14, 2008 | 11:25 AM
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ill get a pic up soon! i have never had the glass replaced and im not sure about the first owner..
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