Extended car warranty in California
What California roads and weather do to a vehicle, and what to look for in coverage.
- ClimatePacific coast
- Major citiesLos Angeles, San Diego, San Jose
Pacific coast
Parts that work hardest in California
- Brake systemThe master cylinder, brake booster, calipers, wheel cylinders, hydraulic lines and the ABS pump and control module.
- TransmissionThe transmission case and internal parts, the torque converter, valve body and, on most plans, the transmission control module. Automatic, manual, CVT and dual-clutch units are all eligible.
- Infotainment and electronicsThe touchscreen and head unit, navigation, the instrument cluster, backup camera, parking sensors, and driver-assist radar and cameras.
Driving conditions in California
Long commutes and stop-and-go freeway traffic pile on miles quickly, so many California drivers pass their factory mileage limit well before the years run out. The state also has its own emissions warranty rules for certain parts.
Commuting traffic adds engine hours and heat cycles that the odometer understates, and hilly terrain adds brake and transmission wear. High local labor rates make any repair more expensive.
Where we help drivers in California
We take quote requests from anywhere in California, including Los Angeles, San Diego, San Jose, San Francisco and Sacramento. Enter your ZIP code and we check which providers and plans are offered at your address.
How service contracts are regulated
Vehicle service contracts are regulated at the state level, and the rules in California decide which providers can sell here, what a contract must disclose and how cancellation refunds work. Your contract will include a section of terms specific to CA. Read it before you buy.
Coverage levels
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.
Local guides
Cities in California
- Los Angeles
- San Diego
- San Jose
- San Francisco
- Fresno
- Sacramento
- Long Beach
- Oakland
- Bakersfield
- Anaheim
- Santa Ana
- Riverside
- Stockton
- Chula Vista
- Irvine
- Fremont
- San Bernardino
- Modesto
- Oxnard
- Fontana
- Moreno Valley
- Huntington Beach
- Glendale
- Santa Clarita
- Garden Grove
- Oceanside
- Santa Rosa
- Rancho Cucamonga
- Ontario
- Elk Grove
- Lancaster
- Corona
- Palmdale
- Salinas
- Hayward
- Pomona
- Escondido
- Sunnyvale
- Torrance
- Orange
- Pasadena
- Fullerton
- Thousand Oaks
- Visalia
- Roseville
- Simi Valley
- Concord
- Victorville
- Santa Clara
- Vallejo
- Berkeley
- El Monte
- Downey
- Costa Mesa
- Inglewood
- Carlsbad
- Fairfield
- San Buenaventura (Ventura)
- West Covina
- Richmond
- Murrieta
- Antioch
- Temecula
- Norwalk
- Daly City
- Burbank
- Santa Maria
- El Cajon
- Rialto
- San Mateo
- Clovis
- Jurupa Valley
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Can I buy an extended car warranty in California?
Yes, vehicle service contracts are sold in California, though the providers and plans on offer vary. Send us your vehicle details and ZIP code and we check what is available.
Will my coverage work if I travel outside CA?
Most plans cover repairs at licensed repair facilities anywhere in the United States, and many include towing and trip-interruption benefits.
Does a service contract cover rust or weather damage?
No. Corrosion, flooding, hail and other weather damage are excluded. Weather damage is handled by comprehensive auto insurance.