Volkswagen extended warranty
Coverage for Volkswagen vehicles after the factory warranty: what the terms are, what tends to cost money, and which plan level fits.
- Models17
- Bumper-to-bumper4 years or 50,000 miles
- Powertrain4 years or 50,000 miles
17 models
Pick your Volkswagen
JettaSedan · turbocharged engine
PassatNo longer sold new · turbocharged engineGolfNo longer sold new · turbocharged engine
Golf GTIHatchback · turbocharged engine
Golf RHatchback · turbocharged engine
TiguanSUV · turbocharged engine
AtlasSUV · turbocharged engineAtlas Cross SportSUV · turbocharged engine
TaosSUV · turbocharged engine
ID.4SUV · electric drivetrain
ID. BuzzVan · electric drivetrain
ArteonNo longer sold new · turbocharged engineBeetleNo longer sold new · turbocharged engine
CCNo longer sold new · turbocharged engine
TouaregNo longer sold new · gas engine, diesel engine
EosNo longer sold new · turbocharged engine
RoutanNo longer sold new · gas engineHow much factory warranty is left on your Volkswagen?
Estimate only, assuming the car was first sold early in its model year. Your in-service date is on your registration or available from a dealer.
Volkswagen factory warranty
New Volkswagen vehicles typically come with basic coverage for 4 years or 50,000 miles and powertrain coverage for 4 years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. Coverage starts on the date the vehicle was first sold. Terms can differ by model year, so confirm yours in the warranty booklet or with a Volkswagen dealer.
What to know about covering a Volkswagen
Volkswagen uses small turbocharged engines across its range, often with a dual-clutch automatic. Basic and powertrain coverage end together at 4 years or 50,000 miles.
Choose your coverage
Plan levels for Volkswagen vehicles
The parts that make the car move, and the most expensive to replace.
Powertrain plus the major named systems.
Exclusionary coverage: everything except a short list of exclusions.
From the blog
Reading for Volkswagen owners
- Brand guidesVolkswagen Factory Warranty ExplainedHow Volkswagen's factory warranty works, what its 4-year or 50,000-mile coverage includes and excludes, and how to plan for repairs after it ends.4 min read
- Repairs and costsTiming Chain Problems: Symptoms and CausesLearn the warning signs of a stretched or failing timing chain, what causes it, why repairs are labor-heavy, and how service contracts may treat it.4 min read
- Repairs and costsHead Gasket Failure ExplainedWhat a head gasket does, the warning signs of failure, why it happens, what repairs involve and how extended warranties often treat it.4 min read
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Can I buy an extended warranty for a used Volkswagen?
Usually, yes. Eligibility depends on the vehicle's age and mileage, and each provider sets its own limits. Used vehicles normally have a waiting period before claims can be made.
Can I take my Volkswagen to any repair shop?
Most plans let you use any licensed repair facility in the US, including a Volkswagen dealer. The shop gets authorization from the plan administrator before starting work.
What does Volkswagen extended coverage cost?
It depends on the model, year, mileage, coverage level and where you live. Request a quote with your vehicle details for an actual price.