Dodge has leaned heavily into heritage and brute power throughout the past decade. Rather than introduce electric vehicles or other efficiency-focused options, it has continued to build out its lineup of legendary nameplates like the Charger, the Challenger, and the Durango. That’s wonderful for those who think horsepower is the defining feature of a good car, but from a reliability standpoint, it means these vehicles are using parts that were designed ages ago.
In other words, they’re old. In some cases, old can mean dialed in, but in other cases, it can mean stagnated quality. That’s why it’s so important to check out Dodge’s warranty coverage, just in case something malfunctions or breaks. And trust us, something will happen.
Factory warranties are designed and offered to save you from the unexpected expenses of mechanical mishaps, and customers have the option to extend and expand that coverage, as well. We all like having options, but does that mean we like the Dodge warranty? Stick around to find out.
What is Dodge’s warranty situation?
Sure, Dodge is one of the legendary “Big Three” automakers, but that doesn’t mean its cars are invincible. Life happens, and things break, which is why people like warranties for peace of mind. Dodge’s factory and extended warranties offer you just that. You can get an extended warranty directly through Mopar, meaning you don’t have to risk dealing with a third-party policy provider.
The breakdown: What Dodge offers under its factory warranty
If you’re about to leave the dealership with a brand-new Dodge, you’ll have options beyond just the factory warranty. Extended policies aside, Dodge offers a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty, as well as a 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper package.
Powertrain coverage
The 5-year/60,000-mile Powertrain Policy is standard with any Dodge. This plan offers coverage of all major components, including the cylinder block, manifolds, supercharger, transmission case, and drivetrain parts.
Bumper-to-bumper
Dodge’s 3-year/36,000-mile Basic Limited Warranty, which is also standard, is far more comprehensive than the powertrain policy. This plan offers protection of literally thousands of components.
Additional coverage
Roadside assistance comes standard with Dodge’s Powertrain policy. As you could expect, this service covers roadside emergencies ranging from battery jumps to towing. It is also a 24/7 service policy, and you can lean on this on weekends and holidays. Furthermore, individual warranties made to protect against defects and poor workmanship apply to certain Mopar parts, including the batteries, collision parts, catalytic converters, gaskets and seals, powertrains, diesel parts, performance parts, brake pads and shoes, shocks and struts, mufflers, starters, alternators, and water pumps. View more in the full parts and accessories warranty.
The assessment of Dodge’s factory warranty
What’s our take on Dodge’s factory warranty? Well, there’s plenty to like and dislike. We’ll lay it all out so that you can determine whether or not it’s for you.
What’s solid
Despite its short lifespan, Dodge’s limited bumper-to-bumper policy is impressive. Having coverage of thousands of components does take the weight off your shoulders when investing in one of Dodge’s prized offerings. Furthermore, the standard powertrain policy is enough to protect you from the most significant expenses. We also do like the fact that Mopar offers extended policies to drivers that need something a little more substantial and don’t want to deal with an unknown third-party policy provider.
What isn’t
To be frank, the limited policy’s short term almost forces your hand to invest in an extended policy. Even if you can customize your plan to fit well within your budget, this is a practice you need to be aware of with any manufacturer. We should also mention that the bumper-to-bumper policy excludes coverage of major modifications, routine maintenance, wear and tear, weather damage, and damage from accidents, making it a little more limited than you may initially believe.
What’s the biggest factor in a car’s reliability?
Go to the bathroom, flip on the light, and look in the mirror. See that human staring back at you? Yeah, that’s the biggest factor in a car’s reliability. How you treat your ride, how you take care of its maintenance, and how you drive are the main elements of vehicle reliability. More so than make or model. Read more in our article, Everything You Should Know When Buying a Car After Deployment.
A POG’s FAQs about Dodge’s factory warranty (H2)
More questions? Here’s Task & Purpose’s additional brief.
Q. Do used Dodge vehicles come with a factory warranty?
A. That depends on the age and mileage of the vehicle. Any Dodge vehicle that’s more than four years old or has more than 48,000 miles, you will need to use Mopar’s Pre-Owned plan. Furthermore, you will need to discuss this with the dealer to determine what coverages the vehicle qualifies for.
Q. Are extended warranties available from Dodge?
A. Yes. Mopar actually facilitates both Dodge’s factory and extended policies. Through Mopar, you can choose between its Pre-Owned, Powertrain Plus, Added Care Plus, and Maximum Care plans when you’re searching for an extended warranty.
Q. Does the factory warranty transfer automatically to the new owner?
A. The factory warranty does not automatically transfer. You will need to apply to transfer through a certified dealer and can expect transfer fees to be tacked on.
Additional brief
Here are a handful of resources to help you better understand the intel above. Bullet point these and offer the manufacturer’s website, help email address, and phone number.
- Dodge’s Factory Warranty
- Dodge Recalls
- Mopar Extended Vehicle Protection Plans
- Phone Number: 1-800-992-1997
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