It’s a new year, and you have a brand new ride. A vehicle is a major investment, and when you invest your hard-earned money in a new car, you want to know your investment is protected. You’ll be happy to know that you are well covered by your new Ford’s car warranty. Your Ford dealer will be happy to answer any specific questions you might have, but here are the basics you need to know.
What Does Ford’s Standard Car Warranty Cover?
Under your Ford’s standard limited warranty, you are protected against all manufacturer’s defects.
Basically, assuming normal use, Ford will adjust, repair, or replace any and all parts of your vehicle that malfunction during the warranty period due to a defect in factory workmanship or factory-supplied materials. The repair or replacement will be free of charge to you as long as your warranty has not expired, except, in some cases, for tires. So when you are zipping around town in your new Ford Explorer Platinum, you can relax and focus on getting where you need to go.
Coverage for Tires
Like any other part of your Ford vehicle, your tires are covered under your warranty, but on a pro rata basis because tires normally experience a lot of wear and tear. Your dealership will cover a portion of your tire’s replacement cost, depending on your car’s mileage:
- Up to 12,000 miles, 100% covered
- Between 12,001 and 24,000 miles, 60% covered
- Between 24,001 and 36,000 miles, 30% covered
You’ll be glad to know that your tires are also covered under a separate warranty provided by the tire manufacturer, and that this coverage may extend beyond what is covered under Ford’s standard warranty.
What Is Not Covered by Your Ford Dealer?
Your standard Ford warranty only covers manufacturer’s defects. It does not cover damage to your car due to external factors such as collisions/accidents, misuse (such as driving through deep water or over curbs), normal wear and tear, tampering, fire, vandalism, earthquakes or storms, use of contaminated fuel/fluids, or improper use of the 120V convenience cord (in the case of plug-in vehicles).
You may wish to purchase extended coverage to supplement the standard warranty when you purchase your new Ford vehicle. An extended warranty will protect your investment beyond the standard period and will provide additional protection for many parts of your vehicle, including your car’s powertrain components, body sheet metal panels, engine and engine components, and electrical drivetrain system.
Your dealer can answer any other questions you have about your standard warranty and extended warranty options. Talk to your friendly representative at Chestatee Ford in Dahlonega, GA today, and keep your ride running like new for years to come!
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