Every new outboard motor we sell comes backed by its manufacturer's warranty. Here's what's covered across all five brands we stock — Yamaha, Mercury, Honda, Suzuki and Tohatsu — how long for, and exactly what to do if you ever need to make a claim.
Terms shown are for the Australian market. Always confirm exact coverage with us at the time of purchase, as manufacturer terms may change.
Manufacturer warranties cover defects in materials and workmanship. Here's a plain-English summary of what that typically means across all brands we stock.
We handle warranty claims on your behalf — you don't need to contact the manufacturer directly. Here's the process from start to finish.
A few simple habits protect your investment and ensure your warranty remains intact for the full term — regardless of which brand you purchase.
The following applies to all new outboard motors sold by Wave Engines Pty Ltd across all five brands we stock.
All new outboard motors sold by Wave Engines Pty Ltd are covered by the relevant manufacturer's limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. The warranty is issued by the manufacturer (Honda Marine, Mercury Marine, Suzuki Marine, Tohatsu, or Yamaha) — not by Wave Engines Pty Ltd — however we act as the authorised dealer and your first point of contact for all warranty matters.
The warranty period begins on the date of purchase and varies by brand and use type:
Commercial use is generally defined as use for hire, charter, rental, or any income-generating activity. If you are unsure whether your use qualifies as commercial, contact us before purchase.
The warranty covers the cost of parts and labour to repair or replace any component found to be defective in materials or workmanship during the warranty period. Coverage is comprehensive — from the powerhead through to the lower unit — unless specifically excluded below.
The following are excluded from all manufacturer warranties:
To maintain full warranty coverage — including any extended warranty years on Yamaha and Tohatsu — all scheduled services must be carried out:
Service records must be retained and the service logbook endorsed at each service. Failure to produce evidence of scheduled maintenance may result in a warranty claim being denied by any manufacturer.
Contact us at info@waveengines.com.au or call 0480 804 205 or visit our store with your motor, proof of purchase, and service records. Do not attempt to operate a motor you believe has a warranty-related fault. We will assess the issue and liaise with the manufacturer on your behalf.
If your motor requires warranty work and you are not located near South Melbourne, we can help direct you to the nearest authorised service dealer for your brand.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure, and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. The manufacturer warranties described on this page are in addition to, and do not limit, your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.
To make a warranty claim or ask a question about your coverage, contact our team directly.
We aim to respond within one business day.
85 Tope Street
South Melbourne VIC 3205
Mon–Fri 8:00AM – 5:30PM
Sat 8:30AM – 1:00PM
To process a warranty claim as quickly as possible, please bring or have ready:
For full legal warranty documents, refer to the manufacturer directly:
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