Since it’s conception during World War II, Jeep has become a household name. The brand has created an iconic appearance and distinguished reliability with its vehicles. Jeep continues to perform well with a variety of car models, from off-roading Wranglers to versatile SUVs. If you’re someone that has welcomed a Jeep into your life (and the little driver wave that comes with it), or if you plan to in the near future, AM Off-Road has created a guide on everything you should know about your Jeep warranty coverage. Familiarity with your car’s warranty can save you time and money on any production imperfections over the course of your ownership.
Different Jeep Warranty Options
No matter what Jeep model you get and how confident you are in its abilities, you should always opt for a warranty. A warranty is the manufacturer’s promise to restore parts and cover certain repairs for the specified duration of the warranty. It helps protect your vehicle (and your wallet) from manufacturing flaws. A few warranties that are currently available for Jeeps include the following:
- Jeep factory warranty
- Jeep powertrain limited warranty
- Jeep bumper to bumper warranty
- Specific corrosion and emission warranty
- MOPAR warranty
Warranties, though they have their limits, are especially beneficial for Jeep owners that don’t have the time, money, or mechanical knowledge to repair and replace troubling Jeep parts.
What Is Factory Warranty and What Does It Cover?
Jeep factory warranty, also known as the manufacturer’s warranty, provides coverage for defective parts, production flaws, and other faulty nuisances that may pop up during your first several years as a Jeep owner. The cost of this warranty is usually built into the overarching cost of your vehicle. This type of coverage is an umbrella term for the following warranties:
- Bumper to bumper
- Powertrain
- Corrosion
- MOPAR
Manufacturers are also legally required to include the Federal Emissions Warranty in their factory warranties. This ensures the repair of emission-related car components if a vehicle fails an emissions test in its first few years.
What Does a Jeep Powertrain Limited Warranty Cover?
The Jeep powertrain limited warranty covers the car’s powertrain for 60,000 miles or five years, whichever your vehicle surpasses first. It’ll include the cost of parts and service for the engine, transmission, axle, and transaxle components of different wheel drive settings.
What Doesn’t This Warranty Cover?
The following vehicle components and their cost will not be covered by a powertrain limited warranty:
- Cleaning
- Coolant
- Wiper blade replacements
- Clutch linings
- Brake pads
- Filters
- Scheduled lubes
- Bulbs
- Plugs
What Does the Jeep Bumper To Bumper Warranty Cover?
This type of warranty covers your Jeep for three years or 36,000 miles, whichever you hit first. Bumper to bumper warranties usually cover the repair costs throughout the majority of your vehicle ownership.
It will cover the cost of service and parts for any malfunctioning factory materials or production hiccups. A basic bumper to bumper warranty also provides Jeep owners with roadside assistance.
What Doesn’t This Warranty Cover?
This warranty type will, however, not cover the following Jeep aspects:
- Tire issues, flats, blow-outs
- Custom materials and parts
- Damaged parts not original to the factory Jeep
What Do the Specific Corrosion and Emissions Warranties Cover?
The specific corrosion and emissions coverages are not as well-known as the other warranties offered to Jeep owners but are still worth considering. You have the option between a 3-year, unlimited-mileage plan with an anti-corrosion warranty that covers all your Jeep’s panels or a 5-year warranty for only outer panels. They both include the cost of metal paneling replacement needed for holes, rust, and other corrosion.
What Is the MOPAR Warranty for Jeeps and What Does It Cover?
MOPAR covers a few parts that are not included in the bumper to bumper warranty. Time and mileage restrictions for this warranty will depend on the vehicle parts or components.
What Does This Warranty Cover?
Here are a few components known to get covered by the MOPAR Jeep warranty:
- Brake pads
- Starter
- The muffler
- Shocks and struts
- Powertrain
- Performance components
- Diesel components
- Seals and gaskets
- The catalytic converter
- The alternator
- Your Jeep’s battery
A Few Limitations of Jeep Warranties To Keep in Mind
In considering everything you should know about your Jeep warranty coverage, it’s crucial not to overlook its limitations. Depending on the warranty you go with, you may be confined to going to a Jeep dealer service center for all necessary part replacements and repairs. This is true for bumper to bumper and powertrain coverage.
Another major limitation to those two warranties is the fact that the warranties only apply to parts that are specific to your original Jeep. Keep a record of the services done on your Jeep and whether any parts are ever replaced.
It’s also notable that a bumper to bumper warranty does not offer Jeep protection for environmental damage. This means damage acquired by any of the following natural occurrences won’t be covered by your warranty.
- Airborne debris
- Chemicals
- Acid rain
- Tree sap
- Salt water or ocean water
- Road hazards
- Severe weather
In addition, a factory warranty doesn’t cover the cost of damage that’s a result of poor maintenance. Always keep your fuels and fluids at their recommended levels per your Jeep’s manual to avoid unnecessary harm. Proper car maintenance won’t just ensure your Jeep’s parts are viable for warranty—it will also promote a longer lifespan for your vehicle. Warranty policies outline regular maintenance as a Jeep owner’s responsibility.
What Should You Do When Your Jeep Warranty Expires?
Lifetime Warranty is no longer provided for Jeeps through MOPAR, but you can still opt for the Jeep Maximum Care Plan. This extended warranty plan gets maxed out at 8 years or 125,00 miles, whichever comes first. If you keep your Jeep in good condition, this investment for your aging ride can be well worth it, as it covers over 5,000 different parts.
With the money you save from using an optimal warranty, you can soup up your Jeep Wrangler with JK aftermarket parts. Check out AM Off-Road’s collection of durable vehicle accessories to personalize your ride while enhancing its appearance and performance.
