Buying a new car is a big investment. Understanding Hyundai warranty coverage and its various plans can help you safeguard your purchase for years to come. Our team at Huffines Hyundai Plano explains how Hyundai offers some of the longest-lasting coverage in the motor industry, earning the title America's Best Warranty. Read on to see what's covered under the Hyundai warranty.
Hyundai's America's Best Warranty
The America's Best Warranty program proves Hyundai's confidence in its cars. It covers new Hyundai vehicles with multiple layers of protection. Hyundai's powertrain warranty is twice the length of competitors', the bumper-to-bumper is two years or 24,000 miles longer, and emissions coverage goes beyond the legal minimum. Hyundai ranks fourth out of 32 companies in RepairPal reliability ratings and ranked high in J.D. Power's 2025 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study.
Hyundai's Standard Factory Warranty Coverage
All new Hyundai vehicles come with layered warranty protection, and the good news for 2026 shoppers is that Hyundai has maintained its America's Best Warranty structure. The standard factory coverage, consisting of five areas that each address different aspects of ownership, provides a safety net during your vehicle's early years.
10-Year/100,000-Mile Powertrain Limited Warranty
The powertrain warranty protects your car's most vital parts from defects in workmanship and materials, including seals and gaskets. Engine coverage includes the cylinder block, head, timing gears, crankshafts, pistons, valves, timing chains, fuel injectors, and turbochargers. Both automatic and manual transmission components are covered, plus the torque converter and the transmission gears and case, while drivetrain coverage includes driveshafts, axles, differentials, and related parts.
5-Year/60,000-Mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty
Hyundai's limited warranty for bumper-to-bumper protection covers defects for five years or 60,000 miles. Components covered include electrical, radio, and audio systems, as well as air conditioning, interior parts, and most other systems except normal wear items. Paint and battery coverage is three years or 36,000 miles. Commercial use excludes certain coverage.
7-Year/Unlimited-Mile Anti-Perforation Warranty
This warranty protects against holes caused by corrosion, not surface rust, in body panels for seven years, with unlimited miles on vehicles after the 2005 model year. This cover also includes perforation from manufacturing defects.
5-Year/Unlimited-Mile Roadside Assistance
Hyundai's 24/7 roadside assistance covers mechanical failures during normal driving, such as flat tires, dead batteries, lockouts, fuel delivery, and towing to authorized dealers. Trip interruption assistance activates when you need help and you're over 150 miles from home. Coverage includes meal, lodging, and transportation expenses; call 1-800-243-7766 for support. Off-road incidents and crash damage aren't covered.
3-Year/36,000-Mile Complimentary Maintenance
Hyundai's free maintenance has been discontinued from the 2026 model year onward. New Hyundai vehicles will still receive complimentary oil changes, tire rotations, and inspections.
Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Warranty Components
Electric vehicles (EVs) get specialized warranties because they have unique parts. The Hyundai hybrid warranty builds on the standard coverage to protect the high-tech, expensive components that make hybrids and EVs run. Hyundai supports its eco-friendly machines by providing protection aligned with their advanced technology.
10-Year/100,000-Mile Electric/Hybrid Battery Warranty
Hyundai covers electric motors, charging hardware, and battery systems for 10 years or 100,000 miles, guaranteeing that batteries won't drop below 70% of their original capacity. Coverage varies based on purchase year and location. Hybrids from 2012 to 2019 receive lifetime battery coverage, and California residents are offered a 10-year/150,000-mile coverage due to state regulations.
Hybrid System Components Coverage
Batteries aren't the only unique components in hybrids. The Hyundai hybrid warranty covers electric motors, power control units, hybrid starters, generators, and specialized transmission components for 10 years or 100,000 miles. This works simultaneously with the standard powertrain warranty for complete protection. Hyundai's hybrid warranty gives hybrid drivers long-term confidence that their vehicles will continue performing efficiently for many years.
What Hyundai's Standard Warranties Cover
Hyundai warranties cover defects in materials and workmanship but don't cover normal wear, maintenance, accident damage, or damage resulting from misuse. Worn items such as brake pads, wipers, and fuses receive a limited one-year/12,000-mile coverage. Other exclusions include cosmetic enhancements, natural disaster damage, poor repairs, and aftermarket modifications. Powertrain warranties exclude electronics, sensors, belts, hoses, cooling systems, wheel bearings, catalytic converters, and pumps, as these fall under the Hyundai bumper-to-bumper warranty.
Hyundai Extended Warranty Options
Hyundai's extended factory warranty, Hyundai Protection Plan, has you covered with factory-backed extended warranty options covering over 1,500 components. There are different plans with various coverage levels, such as the Basic Powertrain, Gold, or Platinum Plans, with prices ranging from $2,500 to $5,000.
Hyundai's extended warranties are superior to third-party options because they're specifically designed for Hyundai vehicles' potential issues, they're honored by all Hyundai official service centers, and certified Hyundai technicians use original equipment manufactured Hyundai parts to carry out repairs.
Warranty Transferability and Requirements
Good news for resale value: most Hyundai warranties transfer to the next owner. Remember to keep your warranty valid, as transference may entail paperwork and possibly fees depending on the warranty type and remaining coverage. Due to this transferability, preowned Hyundais are in demand and command good resale prices. Note that the powertrain warranty is reduced to five years or 60,000 miles for subsequent owners. If you're considering a used vehicle, verify what warranty remains and understand the requirements for transfer.
How Hyundai's Warranty Compares to Competitors
Hyundai has longer, broader new vehicle coverage. Its five-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty is superior to Toyota and Ford's three-year/36,000-mile offerings, while the 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty is double what most automotive companies provide.
Both Kia and Genesis, Hyundai's corporate cousins, match these warranty terms, particularly the industry-leading powertrain protection. Hyundai's warranty advantage often persuades buyers when comparing similar vehicles from different brands.
Making a Warranty Claim: What You Need To Know
Always visit an authorized Hyundai dealer for your warranty claim. Ensure that you have detailed copies, preferably digital, of your service records, including dates, mileage, and shop information. Their technicians will diagnose any problems and determine the repairs and what is covered under your warranty.
Claims are typically denied for pre-existing issues, missing maintenance records, expired coverage, or unauthorized repairs. Adhering to the maintenance schedule, using authorized service centers, and maintaining good records will help you avoid problems.
Choose the Right Warranty Protection for Your Hyundai
Whether a Hyundai extended warranty plan make sense for you depends on your driving habits, how long you intend to keep your car, and your risk concerns. America's Best Warranty offers significantly better protection than most other brands. If you want to learn more about these warranties and look at new Hyundai vehicles that come with this coverage, contact us or visit our Huffines Hyundai Plano dealership. Our expert team can explain how these warranty programs protect your investment, giving you years of worry-free driving.
