California Code of Regulations › Title 13 - Motor Vehicles › Division 3 - Air Resources Board › Chapter 1 - Motor Vehicle Pollution Control Devices › Article 6 - Emission Control System Warranty › Section 2039 - Emissions Control System Warranty Statement

Current through Register 2024 Notice Reg. No. 28, July 12, 2024
(a) Each manufacturer shall furnish a copy of
				  the following statement with each new 1991 and subsequent model vehicle or
				  engine produced after January 24, 1991, using those portions of the statement
				  applicable to the vehicle or engine. This statement shall be included with and
				  preceded the manufacturer's warranty statement required in subsection (b),
				  unless otherwise authorized by the Executive Officer.
CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY
					 STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS
The California Air Resources Board (and manufacturer's
					 name, optional) is pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on
					 your (year) (vehicle, truck, or motorcycle). In California, new motor vehicles
					 must be designated, built and equipped to meet the State's stringent anti-smog
					 standards. (Manufacturer's name) must warrant the emission control system on
					 your (vehicle, truck, or motorcycle) for the periods of time listed below
					 provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your
					 (vehicle, truck, or motorcycle).
Your emission control system may include parts such as the
					 carburetor or fuel-injection system, the ignition system, catalytic converter,
					 and engine computer. Also included may be hoses, belts, connectors and other
					 emission-related assemblies. Where a warrantable condition exists,
					 (manufacturer's name) will repair your (vehicle, truck, or motorcycle) at no
					 cost to you including diagnosis, parts and labor.
MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY COVERAGE:
[For 1990 and subsequent model passenger cars, light-duty
					 trucks, and medium-duty vehicles.]
- For 3 years or 50,000 miles (or a longer period of time
					 or mileage, optional) (whichever first occurs);
1) If your (vehicle or truck) fails a Smog
				  Check inspection, all necessary repairs and adjustments will be made by
				  (manufacturer's name) to ensure that your emission control system PERFORMANCE
				  WARRANTY.
2) If any
				  emission-related part on your (vehicle or truck) is defective, the part will be
				  repaired or replaced by (manufacturer's name). This is your short-term emission
				  control system DEFECTS WARRANTY.
- For 7 years or 70,000 miles (or a longer period of time
					 or mileage, optional) (Whichever first occurs);
1) If an emission-related part listed in this
				  warranty booklet specially noted with coverage for 7 years or 70,000 miles is
				  defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by (manufacturer's name). This
				  is your long-term emission control system DEFECTS WARRANTY.
OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- As the (vehicle, truck, or motorcycle) owner, you are
					 responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your
					 owner's manual. (manufacturer's name) recommends that you retain all receipts
					 covering maintenance on your (car, truck, or motorcycle), but (manufacturer's
					 name) cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure
					 to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance.
- You are responsible for presenting your (vehicle, truck,
					 or motorcycle) to a (manufacturer's name) dealer as soon as a problem exists.
					 The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to
					 exceed 30 days.
- As the (vehicle, truck, or motorcycle) owner, you should
					 also be aware that (manufacturer's name) may deny you warranty coverage if your
					 (vehicle, truck, or motorcycle) or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect,
					 improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.
If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights
					 and responsibilities, you should contact (Insert chosen manufacturer's contact)
					 at 1-XXX-XXXX or the California Air Resource Board at 9528 Telstar Avenue, El
					 Monte, CA 91731.