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Product Warranty

Welcome to the world of TUMI - the leading international brand of travel, business and lifestyle accessories. Since 1975, TUMI has been dedicated to providing our customers with an outstanding ownership experience. TUMI's comprehensive product coverage is reflective of our commitment to our consumer's ongoing satisfaction. Specifically, we make three commitments to our customers: 

1. You will enjoy using our innovative products that are designed and manufactured to be the best;
2. You will experience world-class, after-sales customer service;
3. For five (5) years after you purchase a TUMI product from one of our travel, business, or bag collections, or two (2) years for any wallet or accessory, from an authorized TUMI store or dealer, you will be covered by our Limited Warranty.

TUMI's warranty extends to the original owner; it is straightforward and comprehensive, and just part of the total TUMI ownership experience.

FIRST YEAR OF OWNERSHIP: WORRY FREE

With limited exceptions, if your TUMI product is damaged during the first twelve (12) months you own it– including damage caused by normal wear and tear, airline handling, or other transit damage–TUMI will cover all repair expenses, including shipping costs to and from our repair facility. If we determine that the product is damaged beyond repair, we will replace it. If we determine that a replacement product is not available, we will provide you with a product of comparable value. Damages not covered are damage resulting from abuse, cosmetic damage (such as scratched leather or stained fabrics), and incidental or consequential damages, such as damage to or loss of the contents of a bag, loss of use, loss of time, or similar expenses.

YEARS TWO THROUGH FIVE ON TRAVEL BAGS, BUSINESS CASES, CROSS BODY BAGS, TOTES, BACKPACKS AND HANDBAGS AND SECOND YEAR FOR WALLETS, ACCESSORIES AND OUTERWEAR: YOU ARE COVERED FOR MANUFACTURING DEFECTS AND NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR.

From the second through the fifth year you own your TUMI travel item, business case or other bag, and for the second year for wallets or accessories, TUMI will repair any item that is damaged due to normal wear and tear, or defective in materials or workmanship, including any structural defects (such as defective handles, zippers, or locks). For years two through five, we do not cover damage caused by airlines or other transit damage. Damage claims in transit cases should be filed against the carrier. Other damages not covered are damage resulting from abuse, cosmetic damage (such as scratched leather or stained fabrics) and incidental or consequential damages, such as damage to or loss of the contents of a bag, loss of use, loss of time, or similar expenses. Normal wear and tear for TUMI Outerwear does not include lost or missing buttons, torn fabrics or leathers or cosmetic damage as described above.

Your only responsibility is to ship your item to us for repair, postage paid, or take it to a TUMI store or authorized TUMI dealer, who will be happy to process the repair. In some cases there may be a nominal processing fee. Many repairs can actually be handled in the TUMI store, free of charge. If your item does need to be sent to our facility, we will repair it quickly and ship it back at no additional cost to you. In those cases where our warranty does not apply, your local service center will provide you with an estimate of any repair and return shipping costs that may be incurred.

YOU CAN EXPECT YEARS OF QUALITY SERVICE

We do have many customers with well-traveled bags more than five years old, that they would like to have refurbished or repaired. For these customers, we offer courteous, responsive service and the highest quality repairs and refurbishment at a reasonable cost. If we are unable to repair the bag, we will suggest alternative options. Please call your local service center before sending your product for repair or refurbishment to discuss shipping and handling costs and other fees.

TOTAL COMMITMENT

The bottom line is that at TUMI, we are totally committed to keeping you happy about our products and our service. Once you have had the pleasure of owning and using our products, we hope that they will become your trusted companions for life. You can reach us online via our contact us page, seven days a week at one our stores or If you live in the USA or Canada, please call 800.781.TUMI(8864) from 8:00 AM to 4:45 PM EST to speak live with a customer service representative. To contact TUMI customer service outside of the US and Canada, please see our list of international centers under the "Service and Repair" section on this website.

PROOF OF PURCHASE

Please save your store receipt as proof of purchase. This will be needed to demonstrate your warranty coverage. Additionally, this will serve as proof that your purchase was made at an authorized TUMI retailer. Our Limited Warranty only applies to products that were purchased from an authorized TUMI store or dealer.

Please visit the following link and let us manage your proof of purchase for you. TUMI.com/tumi-tracer/register-your-tumi

Registering with the TUMI Tracer® program records the date of purchase so that your information is in our system. Should you ever need to use our repair services, we can validate if your bag is still under warranty. Not all items we make have a tracer number, but most of our luggage, bags, and business cases do. If the item in question is not registered with TUMI Tracer® it will be your responsibility to provide proof of purchase at an authorized TUMI retailer. Please note: In Hong Kong, Macau, China, Japan and Korea, TUMI Tracer® is not valid for Proof of Purchase. You will need the original store receipt to validate purchase is from an authorized TUMI retailer.

This warranty gives you certain rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

Free Returns

We want you to be fully satisfied with every product that you purchase from TUMI.co.za. If you are not satisfied with a product that you have purchased, you may return it within 30 days of delivery for a full refund of the purchase price, minus the shipping, handling, gift box, and other charges where applicable. Please note: Monogrammed and personalized items, including TUMI Accents, cannot be returned.

RETURN SHIPPING IS FREE

You will need to contact us either via email; [email protected]; or telephonically; +27312660620; informing us of your intention to return your purchase. You will be provided/emailed with a DSV Waybill documents to return your purchase. If you cannot find the DSV Waybill document, please call our Customer Service Department or contact us by email [email protected]

We ask that the product be unused, in original boxes (whenever possible), and with all original paperwork, parts and accessories in order to ensure full credit. Sale merchandise will be issued a credit at the purchased price. Purchases must be returned from the original shipping country.

When you buy online within the European Union, you have additional rights as a consumer under the term of the Consumer Protection (Distance Selling) Regulations to which we adhere. The Consumer Protection (Distance Selling) Regulations in the European Union provide that you are entitled to withdraw from the purchase of a product within 14 days after the date on which the product is delivered.

If you wish to exercise your right under the Consumer Protection (Distance Selling) Regulations, we will refund the original purchase price and delivery charge, provided that you have notified us in writing (via email: [email protected]) no longer than 14 days beginning the day after the date on which you received the product(s), and that you have taken reasonable care of the product(s) and not used them. Please follow the procedure set out in our Returns Procedure.

Unused items purchased on TUMI.co.za can also be returned to select TUMI full- price locations. Store credit will be issued for items returned without documentation and current merchandise selling price in the currency of the store of return.

CREDIT

You can expect a full refund of the purchase price and applicable taxes, minus the shipping, handling, and gift box charges, where applicable, within 30 days of receipt of your return in the same form of payment originally used for the purchase.

Credit for gift returns will be issued to the original purchaser.

Unused items purchased on TUMI.co.za can also be returned to select TUMI full- price locations. Store credit will be issued for items without documentation and current merchandise selling price in the currency of the store of return.

RETURNING AN ITEM - EVERYDAY FREE RETURNS

If you would like to return an item that you purchased on TUMI.co.za, please follow the instructions outlined below

1. Contact TUMI.co.za on either via email; [email protected]; or telephonically;+27312660620; informing us of your intention to return your purchase. You will be provided/emailed with a DSV Waybill documents to return your purchase.
2. Pack the product(s) securely in the original product packaging, if possible. Please include all paperwork, parts, and accessories. All products must be unused to ensure credit.
3. Enclose the DSV Waybill documents, listing the purchase(s) you are returning and why.
4. DSV will be notified of the return by TUMI.co.za. 
5. Present the package to any DVS driver and the DSV Waybill documents. The DSV driver will place the documentation onto the box or packaging of the item and will delivery the item back to TUMI.co.za.
6. Keep the DSV Waybill copy slip and Tracking Number number for your reference.

Once TUMI.co.za has received confirmation your returned item, TUMI.co.za will either refund you the full amount or provide you with an online coupon to the value of the returned item.