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All about vehicle warranties

January 27, 2025

Introduction to vehicle warranties

A vehicle warranty is an agreement that provides protection against certain vehicle repairs and covers the cost of those repairs. According to the US Car Purchasing Process Market Report 2024, 50% of consumers research warranties before purchasing their next vehicle. That’s because consumers want to know they’re covered on and off the road, especially if they’re buying a used vehicle.

Things to consider when getting a warranty:

How does the warranty work?
How long does the warranty last?
What does the warranty cover?
Is the warranty included with the purchase price? Are repair costs covered?
What is courtesy transportation?
What is the difference between warranties and car insurance?

What do warranties cover?

When a vehicle is brand new, the manufacturer not only guarantees all parts are working properly but also provides a warranty in case covered parts malfunction. There are different levels of warranty coverage, which can be based on mileage, vehicle age and more. There is even extended coverage that can extend the length of your car warranty.

These warranties typically cover repairs on mechanical failures due to normal use and flaws. They don’t cover routine maintenance and wear like oil changes, wiper blades, brake pads and more. Warranty repairs are usually performed at dealerships or brand repair facilities.

Types of vehicle warranties

The main types of warranties are limited bumper-to-bumper and powertrain. The Bumper-to-bumper warranty, also known as a basic warranty, covers a myriad of vehicle parts like the engine, transmission, drive axles, suspension, steering and more. The powertrain warranty lasts longer than the bumper-to-bumper warranty and only covers the engine, transmission and drivetrain parts. Each warranty may last for several years or thousands of miles.

Vehicle owners also have the option to add an extended warranty through independent companies to increase the length of time their vehicle is covered. Some other types of warranties that can be added are seat belt warranties, corrosion warranties, accessory warranties, tire warranties and emissions warranties.

CarBravo warranties

Should you purchase a vehicle from CarBravo, it will come standard with our Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty or BravoBudget Powertrain Limited Warranty, depending on your vehicle’s age and mileage. You will also have the option to add extra coverage through our BravoCare Protection Plans.

CarBravo Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty

When you choose a CarBravo certified used vehicle less than 10 model years old and with less than 100,000 miles, you’ll get a 6-month/6,000-mile Bumper-To-Bumper Limited Warranty coverage with no deductible.

BravoBudget Powertrain Limited Warranty

When you choose a CarBravo certified used vehicle greater than 10 model years old but less than 15 model years and/or greater than 100,000 and less than 150,000 miles, you’ll get a 30-day/1,000-mile BravoBudget Powertrain Limited Warranty coverage. Warranties are a great way to enjoy peace of mind when purchasing a used car, whether it be a bumper-to-bumper limited warranty, or a powertrain limited warranty. In either case, they can help protect you from unexpected repair costs that may arise. To make the most of your certified used vehicle ownership experience, be sure to review and understand your warranty coverage before you take delivery of your vehicle.