Is this covered by my warranty?

I would definitely take it to the dealer and explain to them what you found. Did you do an inspection of the car at night or in an area that was not well lit when you took delivery? I had a similar issue where I noticed a problem with the interior a few days after. It was when I had the car in daylight that I noticed an issue. I couldn't tell the night I took delivery because it was dark outside. I took it to the dealer and they ordered a replacement part and took care of it.

 

Only Toyota can make that decision. I suggest you consult your local Toyota Service Representative. If you don't like what you hear, go to another dealer. Warranty work is pretty much always determined at the dealer level. Sometimes a call to Toyota Customer Line will help if you have a issue that you feel is not being handled correctly by your dealer.

Also, try using honey instead of vinegar when you discuss the issue. Sometimes it makes all the difference in the world when getting people to work with you on issues with your car. You probably already know this, but if not it can at times be a very useful tool. All of us should be that way, but we are only human and imperfect creatures at best.

Ron (dorunron)

 

Thats definitely a good reason on why you didn't notice it when you took delivery! This will definitely help when you explain how you discovered it when you speak to the service advisor.

 

I'd swing by the dealer you bought it from and tell your sales guy: "I know it's super minor, but a new car should not have this." He will ask his manager to take a look, and most likely they will bring the service manager for the details on fixing it. This is how it happened with my GTR, it had a paint defect on the roof. I told them to take as long as they need to fix it properly, I'm never in a hurry, quality work first

 

The dealer that sold your the car already has made a good profit off of you so they would be more likely to fix it.