From the end-user™s date of purchase, Steering Creations offers a six (6) month warranty covering the failure of materials and/or workmanship; and a one (1) year warranty involving a manufacturing defect. During this period SCI will replace or repair the part. As with most consumable products, normal “wear and tear” is not covered. For leather steering wheels, the surface is subject to become worn down from: (a) hands containing dirt, oil, grease, etc.; (b) gloves having rough palm textures; (c) chemicals found in cleaning detergents; and/or, (d) regular daily usage. The same applies to wood steering wheels, which are vulnerable to: (a) scratching; (b) chipping; (c) a diminishing lacquer finish on the rim caused by many of the same issues affecting leather wheels; and, in extreme cases, (d) cracking, which is primarily caused when the wheel is used as a grab handle to enter or exit the vehicle. Warranty coverage does not include any damage caused by product mishandling, installation error, harmful chemicals, or the usage of inappropriate cleaning supplies. SCI is not liable for any direct or consequential loss of property.