Understanding Your Hyundai Warranty and Coverage
A vehicle warranty can be an important part of choosing a new car or SUV. Every new Hyundai comes with multiple limited warranties that protect different parts of the vehicle for specific periods of time or mileage.
Hyundai’s warranty program includes a 10-Year/100,000-Mile Powertrain Limited Warranty for eligible original owners, a 5-Year/60,000-Mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty, roadside assistance, corrosion protection, and additional coverage for eligible hybrid and electric vehicle batteries.
Here’s what Hyundai owners and shoppers should know about the coverage.
What Warranty Comes With a New Hyundai?
Rather than having one warranty that covers everything for the same amount of time, Hyundai provides several types of coverage.
Major Hyundai warranty benefits include:
Powertrain Limited Warranty: 10 years/100,000 miles for eligible original owners
New Vehicle Limited Warranty: 5 years/60,000 miles
Anti-Perforation Warranty: 7 years/unlimited miles
24-Hour Roadside Assistance: 5 years/unlimited miles
Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty: 1 year/unlimited miles
Federal Emission Defect and Performance Warranty: 8 years/80,000 miles
Hybrid/EV Battery Warranty: 10 years/100,000 miles on applicable vehicles
Coverage ends when either the applicable time or mileage limit is reached, unless the coverage is listed as having unlimited mileage.
How Does Hyundai’s 10-Year/100,000-Mile Warranty Work?
The 10-Year/100,000-Mile Powertrain Limited Warranty covers certain powertrain components originally manufactured or installed by Hyundai when they are found to have qualifying defects in materials or factory workmanship.
For eligible original owners, powertrain coverage continues for up to 10 years or 100,000 miles, whichever happens first.
Depending on the vehicle, covered powertrain components can include specified parts associated with the engine and transmission or transaxle.
The exact list of covered components, exclusions, and requirements is provided in Hyundai’s warranty handbook for the applicable model year.
What Is the Hyundai New Vehicle Limited Warranty?
For the first 5 years or 60,000 miles, a new Hyundai is protected by its New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
This coverage applies to the repair or replacement of components manufactured or originally installed by Hyundai that are defective in material or factory workmanship under normal use and maintenance.
This is broader than the Powertrain Limited Warranty because it isn’t limited solely to specified powertrain components.
What Happens to the Hyundai Warranty When the Vehicle Is Sold?
Hyundai warranty coverage doesn’t simply disappear when a vehicle changes owners, but the powertrain coverage changes.
The 10-Year/100,000-Mile Powertrain Limited Warranty generally applies to the original owner on eligible 2004 and newer vehicles.
If the Hyundai is sold to a subsequent owner, eligible powertrain components are covered under the remaining portion of the 5-Year/60,000-Mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty, rather than continuing under the original owner’s 10-Year/100,000-Mile powertrain coverage.
Other warranty coverage periods may remain unchanged for subsequent owners, subject to Hyundai’s terms and limitations.
How Does Hyundai’s Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Warranty Work?
Hyundai provides additional battery protection for applicable hybrid and electric vehicles.
The Hybrid/EV Battery Warranty provides 10 years or 100,000 miles of coverage for qualifying defects in the lithium-ion battery’s factory workmanship or materials.
That coverage is particularly relevant to Hyundai electrified models such as the IONIQ lineup and Hyundai hybrid vehicles.
Battery warranty eligibility and limitations vary based on factors outlined in Hyundai’s warranty terms, so owners should review the warranty information provided with their specific vehicle.
Does Hyundai Provide a Corrosion Warranty?
Yes. Hyundai includes a 7-Year/Unlimited-Mile Anti-Perforation Warranty.
Anti-perforation coverage is intended for qualifying corrosion that results in perforation of body sheet metal from the inner surface through to the outer surface.
It should not be confused with general protection against every type of rust, paint damage, dent, chip, or exterior blemish.
Is Roadside Assistance Included With a Hyundai?
New Hyundai vehicles come with 24-hour roadside assistance for 5 years with unlimited miles.
This program can provide assistance for certain unexpected situations on the road, subject to Hyundai’s program requirements and limitations.
The roadside assistance period is separate from both the New Vehicle Limited Warranty and Powertrain Limited Warranty.
Does Hyundai Warranty Coverage Include Parts and Accessories?
Eligible Hyundai Genuine replacement parts and accessories can be protected by Hyundai’s 1-Year/Unlimited-Mile Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty.
Different terms can apply depending on the component and circumstances, so owners should confirm coverage when purchasing or installing replacement parts or accessories.
What Isn’t Covered by a Hyundai Warranty?
Hyundai’s warranties are designed primarily to address qualifying defects rather than every repair or expense associated with owning a vehicle.
Depending on the circumstances, warranty coverage may exclude problems resulting from:
- Normal wear and deterioration
- Accidents or collision damage
- Improper maintenance
- Abuse or misuse
- Certain modifications
- Environmental or outside damage
- Maintenance services and normal maintenance items
- Certain commercial vehicle use
The cause of a repair matters when determining whether it qualifies for warranty coverage.
Do I Need to Maintain My Hyundai to Keep Warranty Coverage?
Hyundai owners are responsible for properly maintaining their vehicles according to the recommendations provided for their model.
Keeping records of maintenance and following the appropriate service schedule can also make it easier to document your vehicle’s maintenance history.
Routine maintenance should not be confused with warranty repairs. Maintenance helps care for the vehicle, while warranty coverage addresses qualifying defects according to Hyundai’s warranty terms.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hyundai Warranties
What is Hyundai’s basic warranty?
Hyundai’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty provides coverage for 5 years or 60,000 miles, whichever occurs first, for qualifying defects in components manufactured or originally installed by Hyundai.
How long is Hyundai’s powertrain warranty?
Eligible original owners receive a 10-Year/100,000-Mile Powertrain Limited Warranty.
Does the 10-year Hyundai warranty transfer to a new owner?
Generally, the full 10-Year/100,000-Mile Powertrain Limited Warranty does not transfer to a subsequent owner on 2004 and newer models. Eligible powertrain components for subsequent owners are covered under the remaining 5-Year/60,000-Mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
What does the Hyundai powertrain warranty cover?
It covers the repair or replacement of specified Hyundai-manufactured or installed powertrain components with qualifying defects in materials or factory workmanship. Consult the applicable Hyundai warranty handbook for the complete list of covered components.
How long is the Hyundai EV battery warranty?
Applicable Hyundai hybrid and electric vehicles include a 10-Year/100,000-Mile Hybrid/EV Battery Warranty, subject to Hyundai’s terms, eligibility requirements, and limitations.
Does Hyundai include roadside assistance?
Yes. Hyundai provides 5 years/unlimited miles of 24-hour roadside assistance with new vehicles.
Is routine maintenance covered by the Hyundai warranty?
Routine maintenance is generally separate from warranty coverage. Hyundai also offers a separate complimentary maintenance program on eligible new vehicles, with its own eligibility requirements and terms.
Have Questions About Hyundai Warranty Coverage?
Understanding your warranty can help you know what protection comes with your new Hyundai and what coverage may remain as your vehicle gets older.
Whether you’re considering a new Hyundai, already own one, or have questions about a repair, our Hyundai dealership can help you review your vehicle’s warranty information and determine what coverage may apply. Contact our team or schedule a service appointment for assistance with your Hyundai.