Québec’s new appliance and electronics warranty starts October 5
A new automatic legal warranty will cover 14 categories of newly purchased or leased appliances and electronics for three to six years.
Québec’s new legal warranty of proper functioning will take effect October 5, 2026, covering 14 categories of new household appliances and electronics bought or leased from a merchant.
The automatic, no-cost coverage runs for six years on stoves, refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners and heat pumps; five years on washers, dryers and dishwashers; four years on televisions; and three years on laptop or desktop computers, game consoles, cellphones and tablets.
What the warranty covers
According to Québec’s consumer-protection office, the period begins on the delivery date. If an eligible product stops working properly during the specified period, the consumer can request a free repair from the merchant or manufacturer.
The new protection is additional to Québec’s existing legal warranties, including the requirement that goods last for a reasonable length of time under normal use. Consumers should consult the official guidance for eligibility details and the process for making a claim.
Source: Gouvernement du Québec, Office de la protection du consommateur announcement, published September 15, 2026.
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