When purchasing a new Ford vehicle, you might consider adding an extended warranty plan to add further coverage beyond the warranty that comes with your vehicle. One question that comes up often when debating an extended warranty is, "is it worth it?" While extended warranties can increase the time certain components of your vehicle are covered, the cost of an extended warranty makes some owners question whether or not they are necessary. Here are some things to remember when determining whether extending your Ford vehicle's coverage is right for you.
What Does a Ford Extended Warranty Cover?
Ford Protect Extended Service Plans are official Ford Motor Company warranty plans that you can purchase directly from your Ford dealership that goes beyond the basic warranty coverage included with your vehicle. All four extended warranty plans offer at least partial coverage for your Ford vehicle's major engine components, gaskets, seals, and internal parts. These plans include:
PremiumCARE
Ford's PremiumCARE extended warranty plan is the most comprehensive plan available for your Ford vehicle. With PremiumCARE, you will have full coverage for the engine, transmission, brakes, air conditioning, heating, electrical, high-tech, audio, safety components, and more. Ford Protect PremiumCARE is the only warranty plan covering the powertrain control module (PCM). Feel confident you're getting coverage similar to your original Ford warranty with this plan, which covers over 1,000 components of your vehicle.
ExtraCARE
If you're looking for extended coverage that covers all the important parts of your Ford vehicle, Ford Protect ExtraCARE covers 113 components. All these components are essential to an enjoyable vehicle experience, including partial coverage for the engine, transmission, front- and rear-wheel drive, front suspension, air conditioning and heating, and high-tech and electrical components. It also fully covers your Ford vehicle's steering and braking systems. The Ford ExtraCARE warranty does not include rear suspension, emissions, audio, safety, or PCM coverage.
BaseCARE
With coverage for 84 components, the BaseCARE extended warranty is designed to cover your Ford vehicle's essential parts, including your vehicle's powertrain, steering, braking, front suspension, air conditioning and heating, and electrical. The Ford Protect BaseCARE coverage includes some engine components, excluding the radiator, radiator fan, fuel tank and lines, flywheel ring gear, and gas fuel injectors and fuel lines.
PowertrainCARE
The most basic plan Ford Protect has to offer is PowertrainCARE, which covers your vehicle's powertrain. This plan covers 29 key components, including partial coverage for the engine, transmission, rear-wheel drive, and front-wheel drive.
Is the Ford Extended Warranty Cost Worth It?
Whether or not purchasing a Ford extended warranty is worth it depends on your specific needs. When adding on an extended warranty, you should consider your budget, driving habits, and the type of coverage you want for your vehicle, should you need it.
One important aspect to keep in mind is that repairs can be unpredictable. An extended warranty means that, should you need it, you won't have to worry about paying for costly repairs out of pocket should a major issue arise unexpectedly. Ford extended warranty plans also come with extra perks such as roadside assistance and ten days of rental car coverage, so you can stress less if you run into emergencies with your vehicle.
Ford Extended Warranty Plans Benefits
Ford extended warranty plans go beyond just coverage for your vehicle's components. Some of the benefits of purchasing an extended warranty include:
- Extended warranty plans 100% backed by Ford
- Ford authorized parts and service
- 100% transferable coverage
- Interest-free financing for up to 30 months
- No out-of-pocket expenses for covered repairs
- 24-hour roadside assistance
- No unexpected expenses or surprises
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If you're considering adding an extended warranty to your new vehicle, we can help you find the right one for your lifestyle. Contact us today with any questions about our new or used vehicles and Ford Protect extended warranty plans to discover your best fit.
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