Honda Warranty | What’s Included & What You Should Know (2024)

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An extended car warranty is protection from the vehicle manufacturer against mechanical breakdowns. This term is sometimes incorrectly used to describe coverage from third-party providers, which offer similar protection plans called vehicle service contracts. CARCHEX is a vehicle service contract provider.

Hondas have a reputation for being among the most reliable cars on the road. In fact, many Honda owners drive their vehicles far beyond the manufacturer’s warranty that comes with the car.

Even if your vehicle seems to be driving normally, it’s still very possible it will need repairs. No car is immune to the wear and tear of an everyday commute, which is why it’s important to have a Honda warranty. Once your 3-year/36,000-mile basic limited warranty and 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain limited warranty expire, you’ll need additional protection.

Honda Warranty Coverage

Every new Honda comes with a factory warranty to ensure your vehicle is covered in the case of a manufacturer or workmanship error. Factory warranties are broken down into two components: the basic coverage warranty, often referred to as the bumper-to-bumper warranty, and the powertrain warranty.

The American Honda Motor Co. offers these two warranties along with several more. The breakdown of Honda’s warranty offering for its new vehicles is as follows.

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

If you’re purchasing a new Honda, you automatically receive a New Vehicle Limited Warranty, which covers many components, including the air conditioning unit, battery, audio system, and other electrical components. The coverage is good for three years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first.

Additional limited coverage includes:

Key fob and remote batteries—6 months
Wiper blade inserts—6 months
Wheel balancing and wheel alignment—1 year or 12,000 miles
Air conditioner refrigerant—2 years or 24,000 miles

Limited Powertrain Warranty

The powertrain is your car’s powerhouse. The car’s powertrain system includes the following parts:

Engine
Transmission and transaxle
Drivetrain
Restraint system

Powertrain warranties cover everything involving the repair and replacement of these parts and other parts included in the powertrain. Honda’s warranty for your powertrain is good for either five years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first.

Honda’s Limited Powertrain Warranty protects the following:

Engine	Engine-related repairs include work on the cylinder block and head and all internal parts; timing gears and gaskets; timing chain/belt and cover; flywheel; valve covers; oil pan and oil pump; intake and exhaust manifolds; engine mounts; engine/powertrain control module; water pump; fuel pump; seals, and gaskets.
Transmission and Transaxle	Honda’s transmission and transaxle repairs include case and all internal parts; torque converter; transfer case and all internal parts; transmission/powertrain control module; seals, and gaskets.
Front-Wheel Drive System	Honda’s Limited Powertrain Warranty services the following components of the front-wheel drive system: final drive housing and all internal parts; driveshafts; constant velocity joints; front hubs and bearings; seals, and gaskets.
Rear-Wheel Drive System	Honda’s Rear-Wheel-Drive System coverage includes the differential housing and all internal parts; propeller shafts; universal joints; driveshafts; constant velocity joints; rear hubs and bearings; seals, and gaskets.

Accessory Limited Warranty

The Honda warranty offers three years or 36,000 miles of protection for Honda Genuine Accessories installed at the time of the vehicle’s purchase. According to the warranty booklet, in addition to the accessories included in the purchase, Honda also grants warranties to accessories purchased through, but not installed by, Honda dealers.

All accessories included at the time of purchase are covered by either the time remaining in the New Vehicle Limited Warranty or one year, whichever is longer. Accessories purchased through a Honda dealer are also protected for one year.

Replacement Parts Limited Warranty

Honda provides coverage for its Honda Genuine Parts for one year from the date of purchase of the duration of the New Vehicle Warranty (three years or 36,000 miles), whichever is longer). The Replacement/Remanufactured Parts Limited Warranty only covers repair claims that include documented proof of purchase. It only covers parts considered to be normal maintenance items, like spark plugs, filters, and brake pads, if they are defective.

Rust Perforation Limited Warranty

Honda’s Rust Perforation Limited Warranty, or corrosion warranty, provides protection against rust and deterioration for original body panels. This Honda warranty is good for five years and unlimited miles. It does not protect against the rusting of body panels that were repaired, replaced, or refinished after the purchase of your vehicle.

Roadside Assistance

Honda offers 24-hour emergency roadside assistance for the first three years or 36,000 miles of your vehicle. Honda’s 24-hour emergency roadside assistance covers the following:

Jump-starting
Fuel delivery
Lockout assistance
Flat-tire changing
Mechanical towing
Accident towing
Winching

Tire Warranty

Coverage for your tires is separate from your Honda warranty—they’re covered by the tire manufacturer. Look online for your specific tire warranty from Yokohoma, Bridgestone/Firestone, Hankook, Maxxis, Continental, JK, Michelin, Goodyear/Dunlop, or Kenda.

Additional Coverage

Honda cars less than three years old with fewer than 36,000 miles are eligible for additional coverage with Honda Care^® Vehicle Service Contract (VSC) Plans. If your Honda vehicle is less than one year old and has fewer than 12,000 miles, it is eligible for Honda Care Maintenance^™. These aftermarket warranties provide prepaid services, rental car reimbursements, and more.

What Your Honda Limited Warranty Doesn’t Cover

The New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover normal wear or deterioration of any part, cleaning and polishing, or adding any fluids, unless they are needed as part of a warranty repair. Unless broken, chipped, or scratched window glass is due to a defect in material or workmanship, it will not be covered. Cosmetic flaws, such as paint, that aren’t due to a defect in material or workmanship will also not be covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

In addition, the Honda warranty won’t cover damage or failure of parts or accessories due to:

Improper maintenance or installation
Abuse or misuse
Accidental damage
Low fluid levels
Racing
Modifications

Honda also won’t honor the warranty if the odometer has been altered or if the vehicle has been declared a total loss.

Extended Honda Coverage

While Honda’s warranty program sounds generous on the surface, it actually lags behind that of other manufacturers. For example, these car brands provide longer warranties than Honda:

Make	Limited Basic Warranty
Acura	4 years/50,000 miles
BMW	4 years/50,000 miles
Volkswagen	4 years/50,000 miles
Kia	5 years/60,000 miles
Mitsubishi	5 years/60,000 miles

The Kia and Mitsubishi limited powertrain warranties last up to 10 years or 100,000 miles—almost double what the Honda powertrain warranty offers.

Why Consider Extended Protection?

Extended coverage is a smart decision to give your vehicle—and wallet—the coverage it needs. It can protect you from the inevitable costly repairs your Honda will need as it gets into higher mileage territory, especially after its manufacturer warranty expires. When it comes to purchasing extended coverage, you have two options: an extended warranty from the manufacturer or dealership, or a third-party vehicle service contract company.

If you purchase a Honda extended warranty from the dealership, you are limited to its levels of protection, which give you fewer options in the long run. You’re also only able to take your vehicle to a Honda dealer for repairs.

There are fewer options when it comes to dealer extended warranty plans, so you may end up paying a high price for coverage that you don’t need. That’s where third-party vehicle service contract companies like CARCHEX come in. Learn how you can customize Honda protection plans from a third-party company for your driving habits and budget, so you get the policy you need for an affordable price.

It’s easy to see why CARCHEX beats the leading competition when it comes to the best vehicle protection plan providers:

CARCHEX has two decades of experience in the protection business.
The Better Business Bureau gives us an A+ on customer service, and we’ve been accredited since 2009.
CARCHEX holds many key industry endorsements, including those from MotorWeek’s Pat Goss, Edmunds, Kelley Blue Book, RepairPal, and CARFAX.

CARCHEX Vehicle Service Contracts at a Glance

CARCHEX Extended Vehicle Protection Plans offer affordable, flexible coverage to extend the life of your Honda without you having to spend the full cost of repairs. Purchasing a Honda vehicle protection plan can give you the peace of mind you need as your vehicle gets into the higher mileage zones—something Hondas are known for. Some third-party Honda protection plan providers don’t extend coverage for vehicles with high mileage, but protection for vehicles with 100,000 miles or more is available from CARCHEX.

CARCHEX offers five levels of coverage—Titanium, Platinum, Powertrain Plus, Powertrain, and Extra Care—with a number of customizable protection plans within each level. Our options are backed by the top-rated providers in the industry who are all competing for your business, allowing us to offer you the lowest price available. That way, you can choose exactly what your Honda protection plan means to you and your wallet.

The Benefits of Going with CARCHEX

Free Customized Quote—When you call CARCHEX for a quote, our representatives will ask you questions about your Honda, then provide a price that’s tailored to you and your vehicle.
Affordable Payment Options—We offer flexible monthly payment plans that fit in your budget.
Your Choice of Repair Shop—CARCHEX partners with over 30,000 repair facilities, so you’re not limited to just your local Honda dealer.
Extra Benefits—CARCHEX throws in roadside assistance, rental car coverage, towing, gas delivery, and trip interruption benefits, too.
Transferability—If you decide to sell your Honda before your protection plan expires, it can be easily transferred to the new owner—adding resale value to your vehicle.
Claims Paid Directly to the Repair Facility—No need to wait for reimbursement.
No-Haggle, Low-Price, Everyday Guarantee^™—We believe you shouldn’t have to haggle to get a fair price for your vehicle service contract.
30-Day Money-Back Guarantee—If you’re not satisfied, we’ll refund your money.

Honda Reliability

When it comes to buying a vehicle service contract (or not buying one), there’s always a gamble. If you don’t have one, you’ll need to be sure you can pay for sudden unexpected repair costs out of pocket, should a mechanical breakdown happen. But if you have one, you’ll have to make consistent payments for a breakdown that may never happen, which is why it’s important to know how likely or unlikely your Honda is to need repairs in the future.

Honda vehicles are known for their reliability by consumers, but some industry studies indicate otherwise. In the J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study^℠, for example, Honda landed in 19th place out of 29 total auto manufacturers, having encountered an average of 206 problems per 100 vehicles. This was slightly above the industry average of 190 problems per 100 vehicles.

So it’s very possible and likely that an older Honda will need repairs like any other car. Because of this, you might wonder how much money will a protection plan save you with your Honda? The answer isn’t easy. It depends on several factors, like the model and age of your Honda, and your driving habits.

Average Repair Estimates for Hondas in 2024

Here are a few estimates for common Honda repairs, courtesy of RepairPal:

Honda Model	Location	Repair	Estimated Repair Cost
2021 Odyssey	Albany, NY	AC condenser replacement	$500–$592
2021 Civic Sport	Raleigh, NC	Water pump replacement	$735–$846
2020 Accord	Bloomington, IN	Alternator replacement	$855–$922
2019 Pilot	Sacramento, CA	CV axle replacement (front, both sides)	$1,506–$1,623
2018 CR-V	Austin, TX	Fuel pump replacement	$1,637–$1,808

Call CARCHEX for a Free Quote Today

CARCHEX is widely recognized as one of the leading providers of auto protection programs, and our broad selection of offerings for Honda vehicles can provide significant value when your car experiences a mechanical breakdown.

Get an instant free quote today as part of the CARCHEX No-Haggle, Low-Price, Everyday Guarantee^™. Your quote is completely customized to your vehicle, future plans, needs, and budget. With a CARCHEX Extended Vehicle Protection Plan, you can get the reliable extended Honda coverage you need.

If you choose a CARCHEX Extended Vehicle Protection Plan: