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Rusty lug nuts deteriorating undercoat?

Discussion in 'Prius c Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by TC400, Jun 10, 2016.

  1. TC400

    TC400 Active Member

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    My c is showing signs of rusting lug nuts and undercoating wearing away in the rear wheel wells. Would these be covered under my Toyota Bumper to Bumper EXTENDED warranty? I emailed the service manager at my local dealer but I haven't heard back yet.
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    #1 TC400, Jun 10, 2016
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    Those look like cosmetic issues to me, which I strongly doubt would be covered by the warranty.
     
    #2 Sean Nelson, Jun 10, 2016
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    The lug nuts appear to be rusting from impact damage as a result of using a generic socket to remove said nuts.
    IMO...no.
    (Do a net search and you'll find specific wheel sockets that are typically lined plus outside coated with plastic to prevent scratches/ damage).

    Wheel well...can't tell.
    Is that an OEM finish or dealer installed under coat?
    Why is it cracking?
    Road impacts, product shrinking from age/ drying, body flex?
    IMO...no.
    Dealer may reapply coating no charge as good will, yet simple enough for you to do if so inclined.

    Have fun....these are easy DIY projects.
     
    #3 Kenny94945, Jun 11, 2016
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    The undercoat tustve been put there form the factory. If the dealer put it out which is doubtful then they did it without my permission. I bought the car new so I'm aware of everything that has been done to it.
     
    #4 TC400, Jun 11, 2016
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    I doubt either issue will be covered by any warranty.

    For the wheel well; OEM wheels and tires? Hit any potholes really hard to allow the tire to brush against the undercoating?

    For the lug nuts, I believe rust warranty is body only and then only if a hole is rusted thru the metal.
     
    #5 DonDNH, Jun 11, 2016
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    Yes the rims are OEM and it had OEM tires on it for most of its 37k. Now it has Ecopias on it.
     
    #6 TC400, Jun 12, 2016
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