Kia offers some of the best warranty coverage on new vehicles of any automaker. It’s a key selling point for Kia dealers, as it shows customers that Kia stands firmly behind the quality of its products.
If you’re in the market for a new Kia, you may have questions about the warranty and what it covers. Check out these commonly asked questions and answers about Kia’s warranty:
What Is Kia’s Warranty Program?
Kia offers a 10-year, 100,000-mile warranty program for vehicles manufactured after 2008. This program provides a:

• 10-year, 100,000-mile limited powertrain warranty
• 5-year, 60,000-mile limited basic warranty
• 5-year, 100,000-mile limited anti-perforation warranty
• 5-year, 60,000-mile roadside assistance plan

What Does the Powertrain Warranty Cover?

The powertrain warranty covers the most important parts of the vehicle that keep it running properly. The engine, transmission, axles, transaxles, propeller shafts, and differentials are all covered under the powertrain warranty.

What Does the Basic Warranty Cover?

The basic warranty covers all components of your vehicle up to five years or 60,000 miles. This coverage is fairly comprehensive – pretty much anything that breaks which shouldn’t break will be covered under this warranty.

Does the Powertrain Warranty Transfer to the Next Owner of the Vehicle?

No, the 10-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty only applies to the original owner of the vehicle.

Can My Warranty Be Voided?

It’s important to have regular maintenance performed on your vehicle to keep the warranty in force. Be sure to keep records of your maintenance in case you need warranty coverage.

Is My Warranty Valid if I Take My Car Out of the U.S.?

Warranty coverage is available only to vehicles registered and normally operated in the U.S. Kia owners who plan to take their vehicles out of the country need to contact 1-800-333-4KIA to determine how their travels will impact their warranty.

How Do I Get My Warranty Coverage?

If you have a problem with your Kia that you believe falls under your warranty coverage, bring it in to your Kia dealer, and the dealer’s service department will help determine what the problem is and whether its covered by warranty. Be sure to have maintenance and other records for your Kia when you visit and also provide the service department representative with a detailed explanation of your problem.

Does My Warranty Cover Towing?

Yes. If a mechanical problem makes your Kia inoperable, Kia’s roadside assistance is there to help. All you need to do is contact 1-800-333-4KIA. A Kia representative will arrange transport of your vehicle to a nearby Kia dealer or another service location.

Kia is rapidly becoming an auto industry powerhouse, as word about the company’s quality vehicles becomes more widely known. Car consumers interested in learning more about the dependability of new Kia vehicles should visit their local Kia dealer for a consultation and a test drive.

Bill Barth Kia is a Mandan auto dealer offering new and pre-owned Kia vehicles. The dealership prides itself on having a friendly and helpful service department that can help customers with any questions about maintenance or their warranty.

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