Nintendo DS Warranty Coverage: What's Included & Excluded

Nintendo provides a one-year limited warranty on new Nintendo DS systems (all models: original, Lite, DSi, DSi XL, 3DS family).

What's Covered

• Defects in materials or workmanship (e.g., faulty buttons, dead pixels beyond spec, hinge cracks from manufacturing, motherboard failure).
• Factory-installed software issues.
• Packaged accessories (stylus, charger, cradle) for the same period.

What's NOT Covered

• Accidental damage (drops, liquid, crushing).
• Cosmetic wear (scratches, shell discoloration).
• Unauthorized repairs or modifications (including flashcarts).
• Natural disasters, power surges, or use with non-Nintendo accessories.
• Pre-owned/refurbished units (those carry a separate 90-day warranty from the seller).

Key Details

• Warranty is region-specific (NA console = NA warranty).
• Keep your receipt; register online for faster service.
• Contact Nintendo Support (support.nintendo.com) for repair initiation.