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Buying a Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicle comes with a certain peace of mind. Why is that? CPO models have the unique distinction of being used models that receive incredibly detailed inspections and are backed by warranties, so if something goes wrong, your vehicle is covered. As your Certified Pre-Owned Ram dealer, we know a lot about the different things covered under Ram’s CPO warranty, and we want to share that knowledge with you so you can buy with confidence. For example, you might know that a Ram CPO model comes with a 7-year / 100,000-mile Powertrain Limited Warranty, but you may not be aware of all of the elements that the warranty actually covers.
What Does the Ram Warranty Cover?
The 7-year or 100,000-mile warranty for Certified Pre-Owned Rams covers the powertrain and all of its relevant components. That means the engine, the transmission, and the driveline. That goes for everything that is contained within the engine bay, as well as the key mechanisms that propel the vehicle forward and backward, such as the transmission components and the driveline attached to the axles.
More specifically, if you have any sort of serious issues with the vehicle’s powertrain, the warranty ensures that repairs, service, and replacements are covered within the 7-year period or so long as the odometer doesn’t have more than 100,000 miles added to it after the date of purchase. This means that if you have issues with the pumps, anything located within or around the engine block, such as the seals and gasket, the injectors, the ignition, the distributor, or the cylinders, it will be covered by the warranty.
Even issues with the thermostat, timing chain, belts, or manifold would count as being covered by the warranty. The same applies to the transmission. If you have issues with the torque converter, the gear timing, the case, mounts, bearings, the shafts, or the synchronizer, it will be covered by the warranty. Issues with the driveline, such as the driveshaft, the differential, axle housing, or the bearings and joints, are also covered in the warranty.
Any sort of malfunction or part failure from the three major drivetrain components is covered under warranty. So if you buy a Ram and have issues starting it up, notice timing issues with the shifting, or there are problems gaining or maintaining speed, you can have the service done, and you won’t have to pay for it out of pocket. However, keep in mind that there are some things not covered by the warranty.
Does the 100,000 Mile CPO Warranty Cover Routine Service/Maintenance?
No, the Powertrain Limited Warranty does not cover regularly scheduled maintenance or routine service repairs at suggested intervals. So every several thousand miles, when it’s time to swap the filters and get the oil changed, you won’t be able to have such services covered under the warranty. The same applies to other routine services as well. However, this is the norm as most warranties will not cover things that are considered normal wear and tear, like oil changes or brakes. So if you have plans on getting the battery charged, the tires rotated, or the fluids topped off, those costs won’t be paid for by any of the warranties. This is important to note in case you thought that you might be able to push regularly scheduled service under the umbrella of the warranty. It doesn’t quite work like that.
You will still need to regularly schedule to have your Ram checked out by a dealer’s service technician. Also, it’s not wise to avoid regularly scheduled service to wait for a component to fail in order to have it repaired under warranty, as it would cause more damage to the vehicle in the long run. It’s important, instead, to simply go through the process of keeping the vehicle maintained at all times according to the owner’s manual and bringing it in for check-ups as suggested.
Are Natural Disasters, Hazards, or Collisions Covered as Part of the Ram’s CPO Warranty?
No. Natural disasters, hazards, collisions, or damage from accidents are not covered as part of the Ram’s Certified Pre-Owned 7-year or 100,000-mile warranty. These are classified as being outside the realm of a natural component failure or an issue with the operation of the listed components covered under the warranty. If you end up getting into an accident, or someone ends up causing an accident by running into your Ram, service repairs and collision damage won’t be covered. Alternatively, if someone breaks a window, dents a door, or damages the exterior or interior due to an attempted theft, the repairs also won’t be covered by the warranty since it’s not a component failure or naturally occurring fault. Other issues that aren’t covered include vehicle misuse or damage due to activities such as racing, stunts, or off-road use. However, you will probably find this kind of damage covered by your insurance instead.
The 7-year or 100,000-mile powertrain warranty for Certified Pre-Owned Rams also does not cover miscellaneous damage. This includes damage from road salt, dents, dings, scratches, or paint blemishes. Also, if there is damage from the environment, such as a telephone pole falling over, or a natural disaster occurs that damages the vehicle, such as a thunderstorm, lightning storm, or tornado, these instances are not covered by the warranty.
Can You Get Extended Coverage for the 100,000 Mile Ram CPO Warranty?
Yes, you can! The Certified Pre-Owned warranty coverage for Ram vehicles can either be utilized on its own or, if you want, you can make use of the Certified Upgrade Plans. This works in conjunction with the two standard warranties that come with Certified Pre-Owned Rams, including the 7-year or 100,000-mile Limited Powertrain Warranty and the 3-month or 3,000-mile Maximum Care Warranty.
The Certified Upgrade Plans allow you to choose from three different options. It’s known as the Complementary Mopar Vehicle Protection Plan, and the three different grades determine what sort of protection you want added to your Certified Pre-Owned Ram. This includes the Powertrain Care Plan, the Added Care Plus Plan, and the Maximum Care Plan. Each plan offers you something extra to increase the value of your Certified Pre-Owned vehicle, ensuring that you get maximum longevity out of your purchase.
The Powertrain Care Plan gives you added coverage for the powertrain components, including the engine, transmission, and driveline, just like the standard warranty. You get additional deductibles at $0, $100, and $200 per visit, and it covers over 350 different components. The terms for the Powertrain Care Plan can extend between 5 and 8 years at up to 125,000 miles. Alternatively, you can go with a 5-7 year plan with unlimited miles.
The Added Care Plus adds additional coverage for between 5 and 8 years as well. The mileage terms are available between 60,000 and 150,000 miles. The Added Care Plus features key fob repairs or replacements in case of damage, as well as $1,000 trip interruption protection in case your Ram is no longer operable. Trip interruption covers expenses for lodging, food, and car rentals. You also have the typical services, such as roadside assistance and car rental allowance. The coverage for the Added Care Plus also covers everything from the engine and transmission to drivetrain components such as rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations, and even the steering systems. Suspension, air conditioning, brakes, and electrical systems are also covered under this plan.
The Maximum Care Plan also offers optional deductibles and plan terms available between 1 to 5 years with between 12,000 miles or unlimited miles. The Maximum Care Plan also covers up to 5,000 components. The plan includes coverage for every component covered in the normal 7-year or 100,000-mile warranty, as well as every component included in the Added Care Plus, but it also includes manual interior mechanisms, all of the safety and security features, as well as instrumentation and body mechanisms.
Buy With Confidence When You Get a CPO Model
As you can see, there is a lot of reassurance that can come when you buy a Certified Pre-Owned Ram with all of the warranties it comes with. Plus, you can always tailor that coverage to get more if you think you are going to need it. So, talk to us about your warranty coverage options and how you can get your hands on a Certified Pre-Owned Ram today.
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