Last year I signed a 2-year lease on a '13 Leaf. I've driven an average of 500 miles per month, so after a full year there's less than 6100 miles on the odometer.
After recently receiving a friendly postcard reminding me that my 12-month service is due, I called the dealership and asked what they charge for that service. The answer was $299. So, I said "thank you," consulted this forum, then called them back and made an appointment just for the battery check and tire rotation (I don't mind paying $20 to get it done while I'm there, even though if I checked around I could probably get a free rotation at Goodyear).
WIthin 12 hours I received the following email from the dealership:
Dear "Pointybongo",
Can you believe one year has passed since you took delivery of your Nissan LEAF?
On this first anniversary, I would like to remind you that I'm still very interested in helping you with all of your transportation needs. If you need anything or just have a question, please feel free to give me a call at (xxx) xxx-xxxx or email me at *****@ShadyNissanDealer.com
It will be nice to hear from you again.
Also, this would be a good time to review the warranty provisions on your vehicle. The warranty information will be found in your owners manual.
Again, "Happy Anniversary" and thank you for allowing me to participate in your automotive needs.
Seems to me they're implying that I'm violating the terms of the lease or the warranty by not having the in-cabin microfilter replaced & the brake system flush performed. The warranty is a bit sketchy in that regard:
"As a condition of this warranty, you are responsible for properly using, maintaining and caring for your vehicle as outlined in your OWNER’S MANUAL and your NISSAN LEAF SERVICE & MAINTENANCE GUIDE, and maintaining copies of all maintenance records & receipts for review by Nissan. You are required to perform annual EV Battery Usage Report at intervals of 12 months, 24 months, etc."
I would think that after only 6050 miles, it would be silly to replace the in-cabin microfilter. And I'm guessing that they want to replace the brake fluid as well.
My question is: are there any negative consequences for me (when I return the vehicle at the end of the lease term) if I stick to my guns and refuse to pay for these unnecessary procedures?
Thanks!