What Is the Ford Extended Warranty?

The Ford Extended Warranty, also called the Ford Protect Extended Service Plan, extends your warranty coverage. There are several plans to choose from and various coverage levels, and each plan’s cost changes based on what’s offered. Some Ford owners may only want the minimum amount, while others prefer the peace of mind a premium protection plan covers. To help you decide which warranty suits your needs and budget, we had our experts break down the Ford Extended Warranty plans.

Ford Protect PowertrainCARE Plan

Ford’s lowest level of protection provides coverage for 29 critical engine and transmission components on vehicles, such as the F-150 pickup. This plan also covers your front- and rear-wheel-drive systems. If your Ford vehicle needs maintenance on these parts, you can have them serviced at Brewster Ford’s auto repair center or any Ford dealership. That means you’ll always have a factory-trained, certified technician performing repairs. In addition, they only use genuine Ford parts for all services, so you’ll know your vehicle will run the way Ford intended when it first rolled off the assembly line.

The plan includes a Key Services option that replaces or repairs your key fob. If you misplace it or it malfunctions, Ford will replace or reprogram the fob at no cost. Your PowertrainCARE includes 24/7 roadside assistance, protecting you with towing, lockout, fuel delivery, tire change, and jump-start services.

You also receive emergency travel expense benefits for up to $1,000 per occurrence for the first five days if your Ford Explorer needs emergency service. Lastly, you have rental car coverage for $60 per day for up to five days. Your PowertrainCARE plan covers you for three years, or 48,000 miles up to 10 years, or 175,000 miles.

Ford Protect BaseCARE Plan

The BaseCARE plan covers 84 vehicle system components that impact drivability and performance. You get all the benefits of the PowertrainCARE plan, plus you have coverage for your Ford’s steering, brakes, front suspension, electrical, air conditioning, and heating systems. In addition, you can customize your plan length to cover from three years or 48,000 miles up to 10 years or 175,000 miles, and you can transfer 100% of your remaining plan when you sell your Ford, adding more resale value.

Ford Protect ExtraCARE Plan

With the ExtraCARE plan, you extend the BaseCARE plan coverage to include 113 components critical to driving and performance. The most significant increase consists of several technology components, such as keyless entry, power-operated systems, and speed-control technology. The ExtraCARE plan also lets you customize your time and mileage options to give you the protection level you want.

Ford Protect PremiumCARE Plan

Ford’s most popular plan covers over 1,000 components in your vehicle. Failure of covered components due to defects in materials or manufacturing and normal wear and tear are included. In addition to all the components covered in the ExtraCARE plan, you also have coverage for your rear suspension, emissions, audio, and safety systems. This fully customizable plan lasts up to 10 years or 175,000 miles. It also lets you select your deductible. You can choose from $0, $50, $200, or a disappearing deductible.

What’s the Difference Between a Factory Warranty and an Extended Warranty?

Every Ford vehicle has a basic factory warranty with bumper-to-bumper coverage for three years or 36,000 miles. You also get up to five years or 60,000 miles of powertrain coverage with the basic factory warranty. After the factory warranty expires, your extended warranty coverage begins.

Do I Have To Purchase an Extended Warranty When I Buy My New Ford?

No, you don’t need to add the warranty right away. You can purchase an extended warranty later if you need extra coverage. For vehicles still under the factory warranty, your coverage begins at the date of signing and current mileage. Your coverage ends at the earlier number of months or miles purchased from the expiration of your factory warranty.

If your Ford no longer has a factory warranty, your coverage begins at the date and current mileage at signing. Your coverage terminates when you reach the earlier time or mileage purchased.

Ford Protect Premium Maintenance Plan

The Ford Protect Extended Service Plans listed above don’t cover routine maintenance. So, Ford offers the Premium Maintenance Plan for owners who don’t want to worry about ongoing regular service. The Premium Maintenance Plan covers engine oil and filter changes, multi-point inspections, tire rotations, brake pads and linings, shock absorbers and struts, spark plugs, clutch discs, engine belts, engine coolant, O-rings, clamps and seals, wiper blades, and diesel exhaust fluid fills.

The benefits of this plan include 100% transferability, which improves your resale value. Purchasing it lets you lock in a rate at today’s prices. Life happens, and sometimes that impacts your finances. Knowing your vehicle maintenance costs are covered if you suddenly find your budget shrinking will give you peace of mind. Performing routine maintenance extends the life of your vehicle and reduces the likelihood of unforeseen breakdowns. Your Ford will run at peak efficiency, and you can rely on its performance and safety systems.

Aftermarket Service Plans

Many companies offer extended vehicle service plans. However, we don’t recommend you use these plans. These aftermarket service plans don’t guarantee a Ford-certified technician will work on your vehicle’s maintenance. It also doesn’t ensure the mechanic will use genuine Ford original equipment manufacturer parts for your repairs.

Electric Vehicle Extended Warranty Plans

Ford offers similar plans to cover its lineup of electric vehicles (EVs), including the F150 Lightning. The BaseCARE EV plan covers 84 system components. An ExtraCARE EV plan extends coverage to 113 components, and the PremiumCARE EV plan covers over 1,000 components.

Purchase an Extended Warranty Today

At Brewster Ford, we want your vehicle ownership experience to be one you enjoy for as long as you own your Ford. Purchasing an extended warranty helps improve your ownership experience with quality service you can rely on and exceptional coverage you can trust. If you’re interested in purchasing an extended warranty, please contact us. One of our friendly and knowledgeable warranty experts will explain your options and find a plan that suits your needs and budget. Don’t wait until something goes wrong. Get the protection you need today.

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