When you purchase any new vehicle, the manufacturer attaches a warranty that covers any repairs that may need to be made within a certain period of time. See the chart below to find your factory warranty. Most vehicles are built to the highest standards and don’t need repairs. However, the warranty is offered as a good faith measure in case something goes wrong with the vehicle within the first 2-3 years. It’s important to know the length of your warranty and the terms of its expiration.
Let’s face it, we’ve all been there. We purchased that new vehicle, enjoyed it for several years and then little things begin to happen. Or we drove that used vehicle home from the dealership wondering how much “wear and tear” we inherited from the previous owner. Either way, the cost of repairs can be very expensive and whether or not your vehicle is still under warranty can have a major impact on your ability to pay for them. But rest easy friend. Here are a few simple methods to help you determine if your car is still under warranty.
Is Your Car New or Used?
The first step in determining if your car is still under warranty is understanding whether you purchased it new or used. New vehicles typically come with a couple of standard warranties while used vehicles may or may not come with any car warranty. Let’s take a deeper look at each of these scenarios.
Factory Warranty by Manufacturer
Make | Model Year | Full Warranty (Years / Miles) | Powertrain (Years / Miles) |
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Acura | 2022 – 2006 | 4 / 50k | 6 / 70k |
2005 – 2000 | 4 / 50k | 4 / 50k | |
Alfa Romeo | 2022 – 2015 | 4 / 50k | 4 / 50k |
Audi | 2022 – 2001 | 4 / 50k | 4 / 50k |
2000 | 3 / 50k | 3 / 50k | |
BMW | 2022 – 2000 | 4 / 50k | 4 / 50k |
Buick | 2023 – 2020 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 60k |
2019 – 2013 | 4 / 50k | 6 / 70k | |
2012 – 2007 | 4 / 50k | 5 / 100k | |
2006 | 4 / 50k | 4 / 50k | |
2005 – 2000 | 3 / 36k | 3 / 36k | |
Cadillac | 2022 – 2013 | 4 / 50k | 6 / 70k |
2012 – 2007 | 4 / 50k | 5 / 100k | |
2006 – 2000 | 4 / 50k | 4 / 50k | |
Chevy | 2023 – 2016 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 60k (D1) |
2015 – 2007 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 100k | |
2006 – 2000 | 3 / 36k | 3 / 36k | |
Chrysler | 2022 – 2016 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 60k |
2015 – 2010 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 100k | |
2009 – 2007 | 3 / 36k | Lifetime (NT) | |
2007 – 2006 | 3 / 36k | 3 / 36k | |
2005 – 2003 | 3 / 36k | 7 / 70k | |
Dodge | 2022 – 2016 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 60k |
2015 – 2010 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 100k | |
2009 – 2007 | 3 / 36k | Lifetime (NT) | |
2007 – 2006 | 3 / 36k | 3 / 36k | |
2005 – 2003 | 3 / 36k | 7 / 70k | |
Fiat | 2022 – 2012 | 4 / 50k | 4 / 50k |
Ford | 2022 – 2007 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 60k (D1) |
2006 – 2000 | 3 / 36k | 3 / 36k | |
Genesis | 2022 – 2017 | 5 / 60k | 10 / 100k (NT) |
GMC | 2022 – 2016 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 60k (D1) |
2015 – 2007 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 100k | |
2006 – 2000 | 3 / 36k | 3 / 36k | |
Harley | 2022 – 2020 | 2 / Unlimited | 2 / Unlimited |
Honda | 2022 – 2006 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 60k |
2005 – 2000 | 3 / 36k | 3 / 36k | |
Hummer | 2010 – 2007 | 4 / 50k | 5 / 100k |
2006 | 4 / 50k | 4 / 50k | |
2005 – 2002 | 3 / 36k | 3 / 36k | |
Hyundai | 2022 – 2000 | 5 / 60k | 10 / 100k (NT) |
Infiniti | 2022 – 2000 | 4 / 60k | 6 / 70k |
Isuzu | 2008 – 2003 | 3 / 50k | 7 / 75k (NT) |
2002 – 2000 | 3 / 50k | 10 / 120k (NT) | |
Jaguar | 2022 – 2016 | 5 / 60k | 5 / 60k |
2015 – 2012 | 4 / 50k | 4 / 50k | |
2011 | 5 / 50k | 5 / 50k | |
2010 – 2000 | 4 / 50k | 4 / 50k | |
Jeep | 2022 – 2016 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 60k |
2015 – 2010 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 100k | |
2009 – 2007 | 3 / 36k | Lifetime (NT) | |
2007 – 2006 | 3 / 36k | 3 / 36k | |
2005 – 2003 | 3 / 36k | 7 / 70k | |
Kia | 2022 – 2000 | 5 / 60k | 10 / 100k (NT) |
Land Rover | 2022 – 2000 | 4 / 50k | 4 / 50k |
Lexus | 2022 – 2000 | 4 / 50k | 6 / 70k |
Lincoln | 2022 – 2007 | 4 / 50k | 6 / 70k |
2006 – 2000 | 4 / 50k | 4 / 50k | |
Mazda | 2022 – 2007 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 60k |
2006 – 2003 | 4 / 50k | 4 / 50k | |
2002 – 2000 | 3 / 50k | 3 / 50k | |
Mercedes | 2022 – 2000 | 4 / 50k | 4 / 50k |
Mercury | 2011 – 2007 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 60k |
2006 – 2000 | 3 / 36k | 3 / 36k | |
Mini | 2022 – 2002 | 4 / 50k | 4 / 50k |
Mitsubishi | 2022 – 2004 | 5 / 60k | 10 / 100k (NT) |
2003 – 2000 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 60k | |
Nissan | 2022 – 2000 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 60k (EXC) |
Pontiac | 2010 – 2007 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 100k |
2006 – 2000 | 3 / 36k | 3 / 36k | |
Porsche | 2022 – 2000 | 4 / 50k | 4 / 50k |
Ram | 2022 – 2016 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 60k (D1) |
2015 – 2010 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 100k | |
2009 – 2007 | 3 / 36k | Lifetime (NT) | |
2007 – 2006 | 3 / 36k | 3 / 36k | |
2005 – 2003 | 3 / 36k | 7 / 70k | |
Rivian | 2022 | 5 / 60k | 8 / 175k |
Saab | 2012 – 2010 | Void | Void |
2009 – 2008 | 4 / 50k | 4 / 50k | |
2007 | 4 / 50k | 5 / 100k | |
2006 – 2000 | 4 / 50k | 4 / 50k | |
Saturn | 2009 – 2007 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 100k |
2006 – 2000 | 3 / 36k | 3 / 36k | |
Scion | 2016 – 2002 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 60k |
Subaru | 2022 – 2000 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 60k |
Suzuki | 2013 – 2003 | 3 / 36k | 7 / 100k |
2002 – 2000 | 3 / 36k | 3 / 36k | |
Tesla | 2022 – 2012 | 4 / 50k | 8 / EXC |
2011 – 2008 | 3 / 36k | 3 / 36k | |
Toyota | 2022 – 2000 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 60k |
VW | 2022 – 2020 | 4 / 50k | 4 / 50k |
2019 – 2018 | 6 / 72k | 6 / 72k (EXC) | |
2017 – 2009 | 3 / 36k | 5 / 60k (EXC) | |
2008 – 2002 | 4 / 60k | 5 / 60k | |
2001 – 2000 | 2 / 24k | 10 / 100k (NT) | |
Volvo | 2022 – 2000 | 4 / 50k | 4 / 50k |
Table updated in June, 2022. Source: factorywarrantylist.com. Don’t see your vehicle make? Leave a comment below and we’ll be sure to add it to the list.
Has Your Auto Warranty Expired or Will Expire Soon?
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New Car Basic and Powertrain Warranties
If you purchased your vehicle new then you have a few things to consider. Nearly every new vehicle purchase comes with two different types of car warranty, each with its own periods of coverage.
The first is your Basic Coverage. It’s sometimes referred to as “Bumper to Bumper”, which is a comprehensive warranty for any defect that may occur with your new vehicle. These warranties are designed to cover defects in the manufacturing process. They are effective for a period of years and/or a set number of miles. For example, a 3 year / 36,000-mile Basic Coverage warranty is good for 3 years from the original date of purchase OR until you have put 36,000 miles on the vehicle. You can simply check your date of purchase or your odometer to see if this car warranty still applies.
The second type of car warranty is the Powertrain Warranty. This typically covers manufacturing defects for any parts that give your vehicle power, such as the engine and transmission. These also are effective for a period of years and miles and are typically effective for longer periods than the Basic Coverage, for example, 6 year/ 70,000-mile.
Armed with this information, you are now ready to see if your new car is still under warranty. You can certainly check the manufacturer’s website for details or see the table above. You can also contact the dealership where you purchased the vehicle. Simply provide them the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
Maintaining Your New Car Warranty
While all new vehicles come with a factory warranty, you are required to perform regular maintenance to make sure your coverage remains effective. You will need to follow the manufacturer’s directions for having routine maintenance and oil changes performed.
Car manufacturer can void your warranty if you fail to follow the factory guidelines and perform routine maintenance. Most manufacturers state in their agreement that they have the right to void your warranty if you do not take good care of your car.
Used Car Warranties
Determining if a used car is still under warranty can be little trickier as there are other factors to consider such as:
- Was the new car warranty transferable?
- Did the used car dealer provide a warranty?
- Is there a state-specific warranty? (ex. Massachusetts)
Some new car warranties can be transferred to another buyer, which means you could have coverage for the remainder of the basic coverage and/or the powertrain warranty. Some used car dealers may also offer a limited warranty, usually for a period of a few months and few thousand miles. You should contact the dealer that sold you the used vehicle to inquire about any warranty that may have been provided with the car. You will need to have your VIN number handy.
In addition, some states, such as Massachusetts, have Used Vehicle Warranty laws. These laws require used car dealers to provide a written warranty for any defects that will impair the vehicle’s safety. Please check the website of your state government (such as www.mass.gov) to get more information on vehicle warranty laws.
Perhaps the simplest way to check to see if your used car is under warranty is to use a service such as Carfax. You can go their website, and enter your VIN number and retrieve information about your vehicle including service history and the car warranty. Sometimes, if you get the car history report the information for the factory warranty will be there as well. Keep in mind these websites charge a fee for their services.
Warranty Terms
Your vehicle’s warranty will be stated in years or miles. A basic warranty that covers the general components in the vehicle will last anywhere from 3 to 5 years or between 36,000 and 60,000 miles, whichever comes first. Your powertrain, however, has a stronger warranty. It can last anywhere from 5 years and up or between 50,000 and 100,000 miles, depending on the manufacturer.
The warranty terms are listed in both years and miles to cover all types of usage. A good example of this is a new car that’s only driven to and from work. Usually, this will add up to approximately 10,000 miles a year. In this case, the warranty would be in place for up to 4 or 5 years. On the other hand, a person who drives the vehicle upwards of 18,000 to 20,000 a year, would drive themselves out of their warranty in about 2 years. This way of providing warranty term limits makes it beneficial for everyone. Whether they drive a lot or drive a little over the course of a year.
Research Your VIN
If you’ve owned your car for a few years and are unsure of what the terms of your warranty are, you have several ways you can gain access to the information. You can call the dealership you bought your vehicle from, or you can research your VIN number.
You can find the VIN on the inside of your driver’s side door. It can also be located in the lower right corner of the windshield on the dash (driver’s side). If you don’t mind spending a little money, there are several websites available that will research your VIN. They will provide you with a detailed service history of your car and its warranty terms.
Maintenance History
It’s important to keep a detailed maintenance history for your vehicle. Include any oil/filter changes, radiator flushes, A/C recharges, brake changes and regular tune-ups that you’ve had performed. This can benefit you in the long run, especially if you choose to purchase an extended warranty. It can also increase your vehicle’s resale value. While it may seem to be excessive, writing down the details of vehicle’s maintenance history provides a record of care. Vehicles that are taken care of over the years last longer and run more efficiently.
We’re Here to Help
Following the steps above should quickly get you the car warranty information you need about your specific vehicle. In summary:
- Determine if you purchased your vehicle new or used.
- Check the manufacturer’s website for basic and powertrain warranty information.
- Contact the dealership with your VIN number
- Utilize Carfax, or a similar paid service, using your VIN number
If you have any questions please comment below, we will be happy to help you!
Sandy - July 3, 2019 @ 15:07
Have you ever heard of a used Hyundai engine having a warranty up to 120,000 miles for engine failure ?
Thembi - July 5, 2019 @ 05:47
i cant find Renault Clio on the list
Erica - July 10, 2019 @ 18:15
Hello I finance my car from a buy here pay here about 3 years ago I’m trying to find out if the car has a warranty on it because I need some work done how can I go about doing that I believe the dealership that I went to is now own my different people
Greg Acker - July 19, 2019 @ 16:28
I lease a 2019 jeep which now has a bad shock absorber does the the lease void the manufacturers warranty the car has 6000 miles on it.
Stephen - August 10, 2019 @ 13:07
Yes. That’s Hyundai doing that. My Sonata has the same. After the recall, Hyundai upped the warranty on the engines for certain years. Check with the service department to verify for sure though.
Rita Cartagena - October 2, 2019 @ 17:11
I purchased my 2014 Chevy Cruze used on Oct 19, 2017. I purchased an extended 2 year bumper to bumper warranty and the 5 year/100,000mi powertrain warranty carried over, per the dealership. I’m now experiencing an issue (engine light on with code po299) and the dealer is saying my powertrain warranty expired in May 2019. Can this be correct? Is there a way to verify? Further, if the powertrain warranty is expired, does the bumper to bumper cover such an issue?
Daniel Claybourne - November 7, 2019 @ 12:39
Hi, I bout my 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee srt in 2015 and want to know if the powertrain warranty is still Active.
Jacqueline Hairston - November 27, 2019 @ 09:25
I have a 2017 kia forte and the heat and air blower has stopped working. Should this be under warranty?
Shanda - December 4, 2019 @ 10:18
I have a 2015 optima purchased new and the paint is coming off the hood is it covered under the warranty
alphie cosby-vass - January 10, 2020 @ 17:48
I own a 2016 kia sorento ex, paid in full December 2016.
mileage is 23,000.
driver side back and front windows stop working, switch needs to be replaced on front window and supposedly the cable needs to be replaced on the back window.
is this a recurring problem with kia sorentos and is there a recall on this issue
is my car still under warranty considering the low mileage
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Ivera Strong - January 19, 2020 @ 15:16
How do I find out if my 2006 G35x still has a warranty?
Julie Lewandowski - January 29, 2020 @ 09:19
So a 2016 Chevy Cruze with 85,000 on it is still covered under the power train warranty?? The dealership told me it expired at 60,000 so now I have a new engine going into this vehicle at my expense. Could it be covered due to a mechanical issue that wasn’t my doing? Even though I am currently having it fixed?
Freya Henry - May 11, 2020 @ 06:32
The warranty details of all the cars are helpful to me. Thanks!!
Clotheal S Toussant - May 28, 2020 @ 03:47
I need to know if my vehicle is still under warranty
Gerri - June 13, 2020 @ 06:28
Is there any issue with a warranty for a vehicle that was in Canada but transferred back to US?
Lorraine - July 4, 2020 @ 08:19
I have a 2016 Kia optima.I have 31,000 miles on it.I notice a little jerk when I put it in drive.Is it covered under warranty?
bob wass - September 8, 2020 @ 04:33
on your list i could not see Purgeot
Renee - November 15, 2020 @ 18:41
I purchased a 2016 Fiat 500x in Nov 2018. I was told that it was a Trekking which is what I wanted but when I received my auto ins policy in the mail, it says it’s a Lounge. The VIN & title do not match, the numbers do but not the model. But that’s not even near my major problem. It had some of the factory warranty left & I also bought an extended warranty. While it still had factory warranty I had to take it in to the service dept. They replaced the motor mounts, which have been replaced twice in a 13 mo time frame. I currently have 5 exterior lights out, most have been replaced under factory warranty but they didn’t even last 9 months. So when I took the car back in, I had to pay the $100 copay on the extended warranty I had purchased because they were not covered anymore. I think this is wrong. I’ve tried to talk to the service dept manager & he won’t return my calls or emails. I live 87 miles from the servicing dealership so it’s not easy for me to travel that distance just to try to talk to someone. I’ve sent a letter to Fiat but it’s been 3 wks & they haven’t responded to the letter & won’t return my calls. I don’t know what else to do. Any advice?
Juss - June 5, 2022 @ 16:14
I have a 2019 durango. I’m currently having AC issues. Is this covered under the warranty. It was 3 years old a month ago but only as 45000 kms on it.
Sharon Dunbar - August 23, 2022 @ 20:19
I have a Holden baring spark 2010 it has only done 28,000km it is not on your list
Steven - October 17, 2022 @ 18:46
Thank you for letting us know, however, this particular make & model isn’t sold in the United States.
Joyce - February 6, 2023 @ 06:50
Will the warranty cover Chevrolet equinox with the mileage over 150,000 it’s a very good truck and it runs extremely well but I think pretty soon I am going to need some work done all cars are going to need some work done sooner or later My truck doesn’t need any work done now but like like it says everything breaks thank you very much and have a pleasant and a blessed day
Steven - February 6, 2023 @ 09:35
Hello Joyce, Endurance offers coverage for high mileage vehicles. You can request a quote here: https://www.consumerreviewcenter.com/car-warranty/quote/
Jerry - February 14, 2023 @ 20:10
I get online to get a quote and put all my info and never did get a quote. Same crap someone will call me I guess. If I wanted to talk to someone I would have called the number.
Steven - February 14, 2023 @ 23:00
Hi Jerry, unfortunately, we don’t offer this feature yet, but we are working on it. Not many companies in the industry offer it, however, Endurance just released their online quote functionality where you can get a quote online without talking to a representative over the phone. You can get it here: https://buy.endurancewarranty.com