Dodge Extended Warranty

Dodge offers three extended warranties – Powertrain Care, Added Care Plus, and Maximum Care; each protects against mechanical breakdowns.

Key Takeaways:

• Drivers can choose from two deductibles, $0, $100, or $200
• You can cancel a Dodge extended warranty within 60 days from the date of the contract application
• Dodge will refund the total cost of your vehicle service contract minus the cost of any covered services provided
• Dodge drivers can choose from a range of reputable third-party providers, many of which offer a more comprehensive selection of coverage options and benefits

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This review examines Mopar’s warranty, Dodge factory coverage, and brand reliability to help you decide if a Dodge extended warranty is right for you. If you’re considering an extended warranty for your Dodge, you should know that you have many options besides a factory-backed Mopar® Vehicle Protection Plan. We’ve reviewed a number of the best extended car warranty companies to help you in your research.

Mopar Vehicle Protection

Mopar^® manufactures the parts for Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram, which are all part of the Fiat Chrysler Automotive (FCA) corporation (along with Fiat and Alfa Romeo). Mopar^® backs the Dodge extended warranty, as the brand is a part of the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) family. Since these brands are part of the same family, an extended Chrysler warranty, Jeep extended warranty, and Dodge extended warranty will all have similar terms. Below are high-level details about Dodge’s extended warranties.

• Coverage Terms: Dodge extended vehicle service contracts last for up to 8 years/150,000 miles
• Eligibility: Dodge’s vehicle protection plans are available for models under four years old with less than 48,000 miles
• Covered Repairs: You can take your Dodge vehicle to any FCA dealership for covered repairs
• Transferability: All Dodge extended warranty contracts are transferable to a private party for at the time of sale for a $50 fee

Dodge Extended Warranty Coverage

Mopar^® offers two types of extended warranties: Maximum Care and Added Care Plus. The maximum term for each extended warranty plan is 8 years/125,000 miles. Added Care Plus provides drivers with more flexible coverage terms, allowing Dodge owners the ability to choose the maximum term or 5 years/60,000 miles of coverage.

Here is how each Mopar® Vehicle Protection plan breaks down:

Dodge Extended Warranty	Coverage Terms
Maximum Care	Up to 8 years/150,000 miles
Added Care Plus	5 years/60,000 miles up to 8 years/150,000 miles
Powertrain Care	3 years/36,000 miles

Remember that coverage terms are measured from the vehicle’s in-service date, not when the factory warranty expires. For example, say you bought a 2019 Dodge Durango. In 2020, you then bought a 6-year/100,000-mile plan. Your plan would expire in 2025 or when your odometer reads 100,000 miles.

With each coverage plan, repairs can only be completed at Fiat Chrysler dealerships, which include Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, FIAT, and Alfa Romeo. Plans must be purchased while your vehicle is covered under the Dodge factory warranty before it hits three model years old or 36,000 miles.

Dodge Extended Warranty Plans

The table below highlights the most specific critical details regarding Dodge’s extended warranty plans:

	Added Care Plus	Maximum Care	Powertrain Care
Purchase Eligibility	Before 4 years or 48,000 miles from the in-service date	Before 4 years or 48,000 miles from the in-service date	Before 4 years or 48,000 miles from the in-service date
Coverage	This plan covers more than 800 components	Covers more than 5,000 Dodge components	Covers more than 300 Dodge components
Deductible	$0, $100, or $200	$0, $100, or $200	$0, $100, or $200
Perks	Includes rental car coverage, towing services, roadside assistance, and trip interruption protection.	Includes rental car coverage, towing services, roadside assistance, and trip interruption protection.	Includes rental car coverage, towing services, roadside assistance, and trip interruption protection.

Remember that Mopar coverage plans require you to go to a Dodge, Chrysler, Ram, or Jeep dealership for repairs. This limits your coverage, especially if you live far from an authorized dealership.

Dodge Maximum Care Warranty

Maximum Care coverage is the most extensive plan available. This exclusionary plan covers most mechanical and electrical components. The Mopar^® Maximum Care plan is the one you would choose if you want coverage for as many Mopar^® parts as possible. It covers all vehicle components except for a list of excluded components. Below is a complete list of parts not covered by the Maximum Care plan:

• Bumpers
• Glass
• Brake pads and shoes
• Wiper blades
• Airbags
• Body paint and soft trim
• Upholstery
• Tires
• Wheels
• Maintenance services
• Wear and tear items

Dodge Added Care Plus Warranty

Added Care Plus covers over 800 parts of your vehicle’s major systems. Added Care Plus is a high-level plan that protects the same components as the Powertrain Care plan. In addition to powertrain coverage, this plan covers steering, cooling, brakes, fuel, front and rear suspension, electrical systems, luxury items, and accessories.

Dodge Extended Powertrain Warranty

Depending on your location, a Powertrain Care plan may also be available. This plan covers the engine, transmission, and transaxle. Depending on your Dodge dealer, each powertrain plan may also have a lifetime term available.

What Is Not Covered By A Dodge Extended Warranty?

Like all vehicle service contracts, Dodge extended warranty plans come with a few common exclusions like:

• Glass
• Body paint and soft trim
• Wear items like brake pads and windshield wipers
• Common maintenance services like oil changes and tire rotations

Dodge Protection Plan

In addition to Dodge’s extended warranty plans, Dodge owners can purchase additional dealership-backed protection plans for their new or used vehicles. These plans allow drivers to maintain the appearance and performance of their vehicles. Mopar offers two protection plans, Multicare and Tire and Wheel Care.

Like its extended warranties, Mopar’s Multicare and Tire and Wheel protection plans require you to go to a Dodge, Chrysler, Ram, or Jeep dealership for repairs. Below we will highlight the specific coverage of each plan.

Mopar Multicare

Multicare is the highest level of vehicle protection available for your Dodge. It combines two vehicle protection plans into one contract. This plan offers coverage that protects your Dodge’s body, tire and wheels, windshield, and roadside assistance. Let’s look at each protection plan included in Mopar^® Multi care.

• Tire and wheel: Protects your vehicle from common road hazards such as nails, glass, potholes, debris, and blowouts.
• Paintless dent repair: Covers the cost of repairs for minor dents and dings, including damages caused by hail, up to $1000
• Windshield repair: This plan covers the cost of repairs for minor damage caused to your vehicle’s windshield, including cracks, chips, and minor stars
• Cosmetic wheel damage: Repairs scrapes, nicks, and scratches caused by curb damage
• Roadside assistance: Provides nationwide 24/7 roadside assistance

Mopar Tire & Wheel

This plan is less comprehensive than the Multicare plan. It provides the same protection as the tire and wheel protection and cosmetic wheel coverage.

Dodge Roadside Assistance (And Other Benefits)

Dodge’s extended vehicle service agreement benefits are standard for automakers. Above, we briefly describe the perks of a Dodge extended warranty. Below is a table detailing the specific coverage of Dodge’s towing and roadside assistance, trip interruption, and rental car coverage.

Dodge Extended Warranty Perk	Terms
First-day rental	Get $35 toward a rental car any time your car is brought into the dealer for a repair or maintenance service(excludes bodywork).
Car rental allowance	Mopar® will pay $35 per day (up to $175 per occurrence) for a rental car when a covered component fails.
Towing and roadside assistance	Mopar® provides a $100 allowance per occurrence for towing, spare tire installation,jump-start, fuel delivery, and lockout services.
Key fob repair/replacement	This coverage will repair or replace up to three key fobs with a maximum limit of $600.
Trip interruption	If a covered part fails and causes a breakdown while you are more than 100 miles from home, Mopar® will pay up to $1,000 for lodging and meals.

Another feature of the Dodge extended warranty is that if you sell your vehicle while it’s still under warranty, coverage can be transferred to the next owner. Most states require a $50 fee to transfer coverage, but some offer free transfers.

Dodge Extended Warranty Cost

For an Added Care Plus plan of the same terms, coverage ranges from $1,100 to $1,345, depending on your deductible. For most 2020 Dodge vehicles under 36,000 miles, a 5-year/60,000-mile Maximum Care plan would cost $1,175 with a $200 deductible, $1,280 with a $100 deductible, or $1,540 with a $0 deductible. 

Overall, these prices are competitive for five-year warranty coverage. However, the cost of your Dodge extended warranty will vary depending on your location, vehicle, and dealer. Be aware that the plan will cost more if you buy it after one year or 12,000 miles. 

Typically, if you choose a comprehensive plan, the total cost of coverage will be higher. Similarly, plans with lower deductibles are usually more expensive than those with high deductibles. Lower deductibles are more expensive because the warranty provider pays more for covered repairs.

Is A Dodge Extended Warranty Worth It?

Buying an extended auto warranty, also called a vehicle protection plan, is one way to lower your Dodge ownership costs. An extended warranty reduces your chances of footing the bill for any unexpected mechanical breakdowns and lets you plan out your auto budget. If your car sustains a severe repair, an extended auto warranty will pay for covered repairs after your factory warranty expires. You pay for the extended car warranty contract and a predetermined deductible when you take your car to the shop.

Reliable vehicles may not require additional protection. Similarly, suppose your car is still covered under its factory warranty; you may not want to buy a Dodge extended warranty–especially if you don’t plan to keep your vehicle for long.

Do You Still Have Factory Warranty Coverage?

First, knowing if a factory warranty still covers your Dodge is essential. There is no need to purchase an extended warranty if you plan to sell or trade your vehicle before the manufacturer’s warranty expires. 

• Powertrain warranty: This lasts 3 years/36,000 miles and covers the vehicle’s engine, drivetrain, and transmission.
• New Vehicle Limited Warranty: Lasts for 5 years/60,0000 miles and covers most of the mechanical parts of your vehicle from bumper-to-bumper

Dodge factory warranty lengths are standard. Most owners will probably keep their vehicles past the three-year basic limited warranty period. If you want your Dodge to be protected for the duration of your ownership, you will most likely need to look into extended warranty options.

CPO Warranty

Certified pre-owned (CPO) Dodge vehicles are protected by a 7-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty and a 3-month/3,000-mile Maximum Care warranty.

Dodge Warranty Check

If you are unsure if your vehicle still has factory warranty coverage, the easiest way to find out is to call a local dealership and give them your vehicle identification number (VIN). The representative will tell you if your vehicle has any coverage left.

Is Dodge Reliable?

The second step in determining if you need an extended warranty is to consider your vehicle’s reliability. If your vehicle is prone to mechanical failures, an extended warranty will prevent you from paying out-of-pocket for costly repairs.

As a whole, Dodge is ranked below average for its reliability of three-year-old vehicles according to JD Power’s 2020 US Vehicle Dependability Study^SM.

While JD Power’s study concentrated on three-year-old Dodge models, RepairPal’s statistics do not exclude vehicle reliability based on model age. According to RepairPal, Dodge ranks among the middle of the pack in reliability for automakers. The average RepairPal reliability ranking for Dodge vehicles is 3.5 out of 5 stars.

The reliability ratings and average annual repair costs for three popular Dodge models are listed below.

Dodge Model	RepairPal Reliability Rating	Average Annual Repair Cost
Dodge Durango	3.5 out of 5.0 stars	$675
Dodge Grand Caravan	3.5 out of 5.0 stars	$673
Dodge Charger	3.5 out of 5.0 stars	$652
Dodge Challenger	3.5 out of 5.0 stars	$650
Dodge Viper	3.5 out of 5.0 stars	$450
Dodge Grand Caravan	4.0 out of 5 stars	$673
Dodge Dart	4.0 out of 5.0 stars	$597

Dodge vehicles don’t often require expensive repairs. You’ll unlikely suddenly be stuck with an extremely high repair bill. But no matter how reliable they are, unexpected and costly repairs are possible with any type of car. If you can afford to save for repairs on your own, it may be more economical to forego a warranty.

Dodge Maintenance Cost

According to RepairPal, Dodge drivers pay an average of $634 in annual maintenance costs. That is slightly under the industry average of $652. However, this average includes luxury vehicles’ maintenance costs which can go as high as $850. Compared to similar brands, Dodge vehicles are slightly more expensive to maintain than companies like Toyota and Hyundai.

Above, we looked at the average cost of annual repairs. Now, let’s take a more granular approach. Below is a table that details the cost of standard maintenance and repair costs for specific Dodge vehicles and their component parts.

Dodge Model	Common Repair	Price Range
Dodge Ram 1500	Head gasket failure	$898 to $2,763
Dodge Avenger	Radiator fan motor replacement	$799 to $815
Dodge Intrepid	HVAC air door actuator replacement	$750 to $903
Dodge Ram 1500	Powertrain control module replacement	$637 to $1,194
Dodge Dart	Wheel hub assembly replacement	$619 to $746
Dodge Avenger	Air conditioning compressor replacement	$607 to $817
Dodge Ram 3500	Brake master cylinder replacement	$261 to $423
Dodge Grand Caravan	Window regulator replacement	$257 to $334
Dodge Ram 1500	Exhaust manifold gasket replacement	$249 to $305

The above price ranges include routine maintenance services and unexpected repairs, it’s important to remember that your Dodge maintenance cost may vary depending on your vehicle’s age, mileage, model, location and reliability.

Dodge Extended Warranty Reviews

Dodge extended warranty coverage may be available at a low cost relative to its competitors. The main reason to consider a Dodge extended warranty is that the factory warranty on your Dodge won’t last forever. Be aware that most new Dodge owners can only purchase manufacturer-backed coverage within a few years of the vehicle’s in-service date. Drives must purchase a Mopar^® plan before their vehicle reaches four years old or has 48,000 miles or less on the odometer. That adds a bit of pressure to decide on a Dodge extended warranty. In contrast, you can add a third-party plan almost anytime.

Aftermarket Warranty

You can purchase a Dodge extended warranty through Mopar^® or a reputable third-party extended car warranty provider. 

Plans from independent warranty companies offer some compelling benefits, including:

1. Repair location: With most third-party providers, you can have your Dodge repaired at any licensed repair shop rather than need to take it to a dealership.
2. More plan options: Some extended warranty companies provide more coverage options than Dodge. Endurance, for example, offers six plans from which to choose.
3. Similar coverage for a lower price: In order to compete with manufacturers like Dodge that have greater name recognition, third-party providers usually offer extended warranties at a lower price point.
4. Superior perks: Independent warranty companies can offer perks like free maintenance, tire replacement coverage, personal concierge services, and more.
5. Purchase period: Most third-party warranty companies allow you to purchase coverage at any point in your vehicle’s life, but manufacturers usually require you to purchase extended coverage before your car’s factory warranty expires.

Aftermarket warranties will often cover vehicles that the manufacturer warranties deem ineligible, whether they be higher-mileage or older cars. You can usually purchase a third-party warranty at any point, whether you’ve had your vehicle for six months or six years. These plans offer more flexibility than the manufacturer’s strict opt-in dates and eligibility requirements. When your car is old enough to be ineligible for a third-party plan, it might not be worth repairing. 

Best Extended Warranty For Dodge

Our review team conducted a comprehensive survey of all the industry-leading third-party extended warranty providers. Comparing our results with Dodge’s extended warranty coverage, we found that Endurance offers the best coverage for Dodge vehicles.

For a detailed comparison between the Dodge extended warranty and an extended warranty from top third-party provider Endurance below.

	Endurance Extended Warranties	Dodge Extended Warranties
Longest Term	200,000+ miles	125,000 miles
Start Date	Anytime	Before the factory warranty expires
Number of Plans	6	3
Deductible	$0, $50, $100, $200	$0, $100, $200
Approved Repair Facilities	Repair shops certifiedby the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE®)	Any Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, or Ram dealership
Added Benefits	1 year free of Elite Benefits, which includes:Roadside assistanceTotal loss protectionCollision discountTire repair/replacementKey fob replacementEndurance mobile app	Roadside assistanceRental reimbursementTrip interruption

Extended Warranty For Dodge: Conclusion

If you decide to purchase an extended auto warranty, the Dodge extended warranty will likely be the cheapest, most comprehensive option. However, consider an extended warranty from a third-party provider if you want higher coverage terms and flexible plan options with better benefits. You can get a few free, personalized quotes below.

Endurance: Best Overall

Our review team rates Endurance 4.6 out of 5 stars based on its customer service history, coverage options, and price. The company offers six extended warranty plans ranging from exclusionary coverage similar to a bumper-to-bumper warranty to base-level protection for a vehicle’s powertrain. One of the company’s plans combines an extended warranty with a maintenance plan. This is unique in the comprehensive warranty industry.

CARCHEX: Best For Used Cars

Third-party extended warranty contracts come in many different types, from basic powertrain to bumper-to-bumper exclusionary coverage. CARCHEX, one popular provider, offers these five plans from highest to lowest:

• Titanium
• Platinum
• Gold
• Silver
• Bronze

The Titanium plan is comparable to Mopar^® Maximum Care, and the Platinum plan is comparable to Mopar^® Added Care Plus. So, why would you need the Gold, Silver, or Bronze choices? Well, these just give you more ways to customize your coverage options. If you want to save some money and only cover the essential parts of your car, you could go with a Bronze or Silver plan. Mopar’s plans don’t let you do that.

Dodge Extended Warranty Reviews: FAQ

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Our Methodology

Our expert review team takes satisfaction in providing accurate and unbiased information. We identified the following rating categories based on consumer survey data and conducted extensive research to formulate rankings of the best extended auto warranty providers.

• Affordability: A variety of factors influence cost, so it can be difficult to compare quotes between providers. Our team performs ongoing secret shopper analyses for different vehicles, mileages, warranty plans, and locations to give this rating.
• Coverage: Because each consumer has unique needs, it’s essential that a car warranty company offers an array of coverage options. We take into account the number of plans offered by each provider, term limits, exclusions, and additional benefits.
• Industry Standing: Our team considers Better Business Bureau (BBB) ratings, availability, and years in business when giving this score.
• Customer Service: Reputable extended car warranty companies operate with a certain degree of care for consumers. We take into account customer reviews, BBB complaints, and the responsiveness of the customer service team.