Honda Battery Warranty

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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.

The average car battery lasts between two and five years, after which point you will have to replace it. Unfortunately, a faulty battery can die much sooner, leaving you stuck in your driveway or a parking lot. If you drive a Honda vehicle, your Honda battery is covered under the manufacturer’s warranty for up to three years. But what about when that warranty expires?

The New Vehicle Limited Warranty by Honda covers all Honda parts, including the 12-volt battery, for three years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. It also includes the Limited Powertrain Warranty, which covers the vehicle powertrain (engine, transmission, and drive axle) for five years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first.

HONDA’S BUMPER-TO-BUMPER WARRANTY PROVIDES COVERAGE FOR:

In addition to your first battery, the Honda Battery Limited Warranty covers your replacement battery (except for Hybrid batteries) purchased at a Honda dealer for 100 months (just over eight years). If your battery needs replacement during the normal three-year warranty period, your replacement battery will be covered in full, and you will receive a credit toward the purchase of another replacement battery for the remainder of the eight years.

This credit is based on the current-retail price and decreases over time. For example, you get 60% off during months 37 to 45 but only 5% off in months 96 to 100.

The Honda CPO Warranty covers certified pre-owned vehicles. This warranty includes:

• 7-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty
• 1-year/12,000-mile non-powertrain warranty
• Excludes: Honda batteries, brakes, clutches, and the exhaust system

Note that there is no Honda battery warranty for CPO vehicles.

Honda offers extended warranties of up to eight years or 120,000 miles with additional benefits, like 24/7 roadside assistance and Honda Care Sentinel oil change. Coverage ranges from powertrain to bumper-to-bumper protection (full coverage). Regular Honda batteries are excluded from coverage. However, the battery found in Honda hybrid vehicles is included.

The cost of a Honda battery replacement can differ based on the Honda model you drive, as well as your individual mechanic’s prices for labor. A typical Honda Accord battery can cost between $200 and $209 with labor, and a Honda CR-V battery replacement is in that same ballpark.

A Honda battery warranty does not exist past the initial manufacturer’s warranty terms, but an extended warranty will cover other important parts of the vehicle.

Though an extended warranty may be pricier than the cost of a battery replacement, if your Honda battery is not malfunctioning because of poor driving or maintenance habits, it could be a sign of a larger issue with other vehicle components. Those repairs could cost you much more to fix, which can make an extended warranty more cost-effective.

What are the signs that your Honda battery is dying?

• The engine cranks slowly (or not at all).
• The headlights are dimmed, or other electrical components, such as the radio or windshield wipers, don’t run normally.
• The battery warning light on your dashboard turns on.
• You may notice that your battery case is swollen.
• The battery freezes in winter.
• If you smell rotten eggs, it could be a sign that your battery has overcharged.

Good maintenance can prolong the life of your car battery up to six years, but there are some factors out of your control—such as high humidity or extreme cold—that can shorten the life of your battery no matter how well you maintain it. They include:

• Parasitic drain (vehicle components running after the car is turned off) caused by faulty electrical problems
• Faulty charging system
• Faulty alternator
• Temperatures under 10°F and over 100°F
• Corroded battery cables

On the other hand, there are things you can do to extend the lifespan of your battery:

• Have your battery checked during routine maintenance.
• Replace your battery every 3 to 4 years to avoid a breakdown.
• Don’t take excessive short drives, as the battery puts out the most power when starting the car.
• Avoid draining the battery by double checking that your headlights are off, your trunk is closed, and no other electronic systems are running.

You can’t get an extended Honda battery warranty, but you can make sure that other vehicle components don’t affect your battery. As previously mentioned, issues with your alternator, which recharges your car battery, can cost much more money in repairs or replacement. Suddenly, your small battery issue is a much bigger and more expensive problem.

In these cases, a vehicle service contract can keep more of that money in your pocket.

CARCHEX provides third-party vehicle protection plans* with five levels of coverage, from basic powertrain coverage to expansive protection with only a short list of exclusions.

Coverage terms range from five to 10 years, so you will get long–lasting protection for pre-owned and new vehicles once the Honda new car warranty expires.

If you want a plan that can cover the components that affect your Honda battery, then you may want to consider one of the two more extensive coverage tiers. We’ll detail them both below.

Titanium

This is the broadest level of coverage provided by CARCHEX, as it covers all vehicle systems with the exception of a short list of excluded items.

Platinum

The CARCHEX Platinum plan offers a high level of stated-component protection. It covers most car systems and components, which are listed in your contract and include:

• Engine
• Transmission
• Drive axle
• Fuel delivery
• Air conditioning
• Electrical
• Braking
• Steering
• Suspension
• Heating/cooling
• Enhanced electrical
• Seals/gaskets

*Any plans offered by CARCHEX are not extended warranties, but are often referred to by consumers as such. CARCHEX vehicle service contracts (also called “protection plans”) operate similarly to extended warranties and provide repair coverage for mechanical breakdowns after factory warranties expire.

As a CARCHEX customer, you’ll have access to sample contracts before you even choose a plan. These contracts are made available so that there are no surprises when you go to check if a part is covered under the plan.

Regardless of the level of coverage that you choose, there are common items excluded in all vehicle service contracts:

• Repairs due to regular wear and tear
• Repairs due to inclement weather
• Repairs due to accidents
• Repairs covered under the manufacturer’s warranty
• Cosmetic repairs, such as chipped paint
• Regular maintenance (oil changes, tire changes and alignment, new wiper blades, new brake pads, car battery, etc.)
• Repairs due to personal modifications on the car

If you take good care of your vehicle, then you are more likely to be approved for coverage in the event of a part failure or breakdown.

Roadside Perks and Benefits

Factory warranties and factory extended warranties typically cover roadside assistance and other roadside benefits to help you through a breakdown.

CARCHEX offers these benefits alongside all protection plans:

• 24/7 roadside assistance
• Towing service
• Rental car reimbursement
• Emergency gas delivery
• Trip interruption services
• Battery jump service
• Key lockout service

Rental car reimbursement and towing reimbursement are covered up to a certain amount. This is also true for trip interruption services, which may cover accommodation and meals for trips that are interrupted more than 100 miles from home.

There are many vehicle protection plans on the market, but CARCHEX outperforms competitors in customer service, transparency, and affordable prices. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) gives CARCHEX an A+ rating for its low complaints and quick response to customer issues.

If you want to cover repairs to your alternator and electrical systems (components that can affect your battery), CARCHEX makes it easy.

*Coverage varies by plan. View contracts and exclusions at CARCHEX.com.

Why CARCHEX?

• CARCHEX has 20 years of experience serving customers.
• You won’t have to deal with high markups and limited pricing options.
• Find affordable plans with a No-Haggle, Low-Price, Everyday Guarantee™ and deductibles as low as $0 under some contracts.
• Get a personalized quote right away with the 24/7 CARCHEX Direct instant quoting system.
• Choose from 30,000 approved repair facilities, including large chains and local mechanics in your area.
• Expect excellence. CARCHEX offers a 30-Day Money–Back Guarantee for customers who are not satisfied with their coverage.

CARCHEX is trusted and endorsed by some of the biggest names in the industry, including Kelley Blue Book, Edmunds.com, and CARFAX. You can also rest assured that your payments will be given directly to the repair facility, so you won’t have to foot the bill and be reimbursed. CARCHEX plans are backed by insurance and provided by reputable administrators, so your approved claims are guaranteed to be paid.

Once your Honda battery warranty expires, you don’t have to worry about a car that won’t start. CARCHEX will go over options and leverage its buying power to find the most affordable plan for you. There’s no pressure or intimidation to buy—just knowledge and information to help you make the best decision.

Sources:

Your Mechanic:
https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-long-does-a-car-battery-last

Honda: https://owners.honda.com/Documentum/Warranty/Handbooks/2020_Honda_Warranty_Basebook_Rev02_FINAL_-_SIS.pdf

RepairPal:
https://repairpal.com/estimator/honda/accord/battery-replacement-cost

Pep Boys:
https://www.pepboys.com/auto-care/maintenance/signs-of-failing-battery

Your Mechanic:
https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/the-top-5-things-that-will-drain-your-battery

FTC:
https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0054-auto-service-contracts-and-warranties