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Warranty by VIN

Find your factory warranty status fast and explore protection options beyond OEM coverage — all in one place.

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What is Our
VIN Warranty Check?

Our VIN warranty lookup tells you what protection your vehicle still has from the manufacturer — and whether you should consider extended warranty coverage.

Lookup factory (OEM) warranty status

no salesperson

See powertrain & bumper-to-bumper remaining coverage

Find open manufacturer recalls

Understand eligibility for extended coverage

Factory Warranty vs Extended Warranty

What's the Difference?

Feature Factory Warranty (OEM) Extended Warranty (VSC)
Provider Manufacturer Third-party provider
When coverage applies New vehicle period only After OEM expires or can overlap
Coverage scope Fixed by automaker Multiple plan levels (from basic to exclusionary)
Deductible Often fixed Flexible deductible options
Repair locations Dealerships only Dealerships + certified repair shops nationwide
Customization Not customizable Highly customizable plans
Cancel or transfer Limited transfer options Often transferable — cancelable
Good for older vehicles No Yes

4 Easy Steps to Understanding Your Warranty

Step 1

Locate your VIN

Your VIN is located on your dash, driver-side door, insurance and title

Step 2

Enter VIN our Tool

See OEM warranty status, recall info and maintenance schedule

Step 3

Review your coverage

Understand what you're protected for and when your coverage expires

Step 4

Explore extended options

If needed, compare warranty plans or setup a reminder

Good to Know

What does "Check warranty by VIN"mean?

Can I check warranty by license plate?

Is your VIN warranty lookup free?

Does a VIN show recalls?

Does OEM warranty transfer to a new owner?

Can I buy an extended warranty after OEM expires?

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