Do you need to know about factory warranty coverage?
The idea is simple, but there are a lot of details that can affect if, when, and how you can use the coverage. Most vehicle owners don’t take the time to understand their warranty coverage (or factory warranties in general) until the need arises.
How long does a manufacturer’s warranty usually last?
Essentially, an auto warranty is a promise given by the manufacturer or dealer to cover various defects and repairs over an allotted amount of time and/or certain amount of mileage on the car. In general, a basic warranty will last about three years or 36,000 miles.
What kind of damage is covered by the Ford warranty?
Be careful about what kind of paint care products you use, because the Ford warranty will not cover damage caused by customer-applied chemicals or accidental spills. Also, using contaminated or incorrect fluids or fuel can cause damage that will not be covered.
What is covered by the Nissan factory warranty?
As with other warranties, there’s a fairly short list of things that aren’t covered. Nissan’s factory warranty includes “Adjustment Coverage” for 12 months/12,000 miles. Examples of covered operations within this period include wheel alignment and wheel balancing.
The idea is simple, but there are a lot of details that can affect if, when, and how you can use the coverage. Most vehicle owners don’t take the time to understand their warranty coverage (or factory warranties in general) until the need arises.
What happens when the factory warranty is voided?
Once the car is labeled “totaled” your auto insurance company will take ownership of the wreck and obtain a salvage title and salvage certificate for it. The moment this happens, the manufacturer warranty is entirely voided.
What does it mean when a car is under a manufacturer warranty?
A manufacturer warranty is also called a factory warranty. It usually covers parts and systems that break down due to flaws or defects in factory-installed parts. Typically, a warranty is offered on any new or certified pre-owned vehicle and covers any defect or breakdown that occurs from the manufacturer’s design.
Be careful about what kind of paint care products you use, because the Ford warranty will not cover damage caused by customer-applied chemicals or accidental spills. Also, using contaminated or incorrect fluids or fuel can cause damage that will not be covered.