When you purchase an electronic device, the merchant or manufacturer can offer you a warranty free of charge. This is called a “conventional warranty.”

Contents of the warranty

If a document detailing the warranty exists, you should request a copy. Otherwise, ask the merchant to write the warranty details on your invoice or in your contract.

How to file a warranty claim

If the electronic device you purchased is covered by a merchant or manufacturer warranty, you must follow certain steps to enforce your rights. For example, you will need to ask the merchant or manufacturer to repair an electronic device or to obtain the authorization to have it repaired yourself.

Furthermore, you must demonstrate that:

  • the problem prevents you from using the electronic device as it was meant to be used;
  • the electronic device was used and maintained normally, in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations or the terms of the warranty.

If the merchant or manufacturer refuses to honour the warranty, you should first try to reach an agreement.

Tools made available by the Office

To help you resolve your problem, the Office has made various tools available to you. First, refer to the Resolve a problem with a merchant section, which presents the various steps to follow. Among other things, you will find suggestions on negotiating with a merchant in order to reach an agreement.

The Office also makes available information kits tailored to problems of an exclusively civil nature. They cover reasonable durability of goods, deliveries and non-conformity of goods or services. The Download an information kit page provides all the information you need.

Exclusions

Any exclusion to the warranty must be clearly stated by the merchant or manufacturer. Some manufacturers will only honour the warranty if the electronic device was purchased from a certified merchant. If you buy the electronic device from non-certified merchant, the merchant must state in writing, before the transaction is finalized, that the manufacturer’s warranty does not apply. A merchant who fails to do so will be required to honour the terms of the warranty and cover any expenses incurred.

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Last update : June 27, 2023

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The information contained on this page is presented in simple terms to make it easier to understand. It does not replace the texts of the laws and regulations.