Factory-backed protection that keeps your new Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, or Ram covered where it counts.

When you drive a new vehicle off the lot, true peace of mind comes from knowing you’re protected. The Mopar factory warranty isn’t just a piece of paper; it’s your essential first line of defense against unexpected manufacturing defects and those frustrating early-life mechanical failures. Understanding what this comprehensive warranty includes, what it specifically does not, and how it performs in real-world scenarios is crucial for every new Mopar owner.

This guide will walk you through the specifics, ensuring you know exactly how your investment is safeguarded.

What the Factory Warranty Covers in Detail

The Mopar factory warranty is comprehensive. Let’s delve a bit deeper into the major systems and components typically covered:

Engine, Transmission, and Drive Systems

This is the core of the Powertrain Limited Warranty. It includes everything that makes your vehicle move:

• Engine components: Cylinder block, cylinder head, crankshaft, pistons, camshafts, turbocharger, supercharger, and all internal lubricated parts.
• Transmission components: Transmission case, torque converter, all internal gears, bearings, and seals.
• Drive systems: Drive shafts, axles, differentials, transfer case, universal joints, and wheel bearings.

Steering, Suspension, and Braking Systems

Critical for safe and comfortable operation, this coverage includes:

• Steering: Power steering pump, steering gear, rack and pinion.
• Suspension: Control arms, ball joints, springs, and shocks/struts (against defects, not normal wear).
• Braking: Master cylinder, calipers, and hydraulic lines.

Electrical, Fuel, and Cooling Systems

From starting your vehicle to maintaining optimal temperature and delivering fuel, these vital systems are protected:

• Electrical: Alternator, starter, wiring harness, power windows, central locking, and key electrical modules.
• Fuel: Fuel pump, fuel injectors (unless clogged by bad fuel), and fuel lines.
• Cooling: Radiator, water pump, and thermostat.

Safety Components

Essential for passenger protection, this coverage includes:

• Airbags and their sensors.
• Seatbelt mechanisms.
• Other relevant safety system components.

Factory-Installed Infotainment and Driver-Assist Features

During the 3-year/36,000-mile Basic Limited Warranty period, advanced electronics are covered:

• Uconnect systems and navigation units.
• Rearview cameras and parking sensors.
• Blind-spot monitoring systems and adaptive cruise control.
• Other high-tech driver-assist technologies.

Emissions Components

Federal and state emissions warranties cover specific components related to your vehicle’s emission control system. These often have longer coverage periods, typically:

• 2 years/24,000 miles for most parts.
• 8 years/80,000 miles for major components like catalytic converters and onboard diagnostic (OBD) devices.

What the Factory Warranty Does Not Cover

While comprehensive, the factory warranty has specific exclusions, primarily revolving around maintenance and damage not related to manufacturing defects. Understanding these helps manage expectations and avoid unexpected costs:

Regular Maintenance Items

The warranty does not cover routine services or wear parts expected to be replaced over time. This includes:

• Oil and filter changes.
• Tire rotations.
• Brake pads, wiper blades, spark plugs, belts, and hoses.
• Light bulbs (unless failure is due to a defect within the basic warranty period).

Damage from Accidents, Misuse, Racing, or Environmental Events

Repairs resulting from external factors are not covered:

• Accidents: Collision damage.
• Misuse: Improper driving (e.g., off-roading beyond vehicle limits, overloading).
• Racing: Damage incurred during competitive events.
• Environmental Events: Damage from floods, hail, fire, or vandalism.

Normal Wear Items

Components that naturally wear out through normal use are generally excluded:

• Tires (typically covered by their own manufacturer’s warranty).
• Clutch linings.
• Interior trim (unless there’s a manufacturing defect causing premature failure).

Aftermarket Accessories or Modifications

Damage caused by non-Mopar or unauthorized modifications is not covered:

• Lift kits, custom exhaust systems.
• Unauthorized engine tunes or other performance modifications.
• Failure of, or damage caused by, any non-factory-installed parts. In some cases, such modifications could even void warranty coverage for related components.

Lack of Maintenance

Failure to perform scheduled maintenance as outlined in your owner’s manual can lead to warranty denial if a component failure is directly attributable to neglected service.

Real-World Protection Examples

To show how Mopar factory warranties work in practice, here are common scenarios and how they’d be covered:

Transmission Whine at 20,000 Miles

Coverage: Powertrain Limited Warranty
This type of mechanical issue falls well within the 5-year or 60,000-mile coverage window and would be repaired or replaced at no cost.

Power Steering Module Failure at 28,000 Miles

Coverage: Basic Limited Warranty
An essential electronic component like the steering module is covered under the 3-year or 36,000-mile basic warranty.

Rust Perforation at 4 Years / 45,000 Miles

Coverage: Rust-Through Protection
If corrosion creates a hole in the metal panel, the repair is covered by Mopar’s 5-year unlimited mileage rust-through warranty.

Infotainment Screen Goes Blank at 15,000 Miles

Coverage: Basic Limited Warranty
Factory-installed infotainment components are fully covered under the standard bumper-to-bumper warranty period.

Engine Overheat from a Leaking Water Pump at 4 Years / 50,000 Miles

Coverage: Powertrain Limited Warranty
Because the water pump is part of the engine system, it qualifies for coverage under the powertrain warranty.

Why the Factory Warranty Matters Beyond Just Repairs

Covers High-Cost Repairs

The Mopar factory warranty protects you from major repair costs on expensive components like the engine, transmission, and electronic systems during the early years of ownership when failures are most likely.

Genuine Mopar Parts

All covered repairs are made with original Mopar parts, ensuring they fit and perform to factory standards without compatibility issues.

Factory-Trained Technicians

Only certified technicians at authorized Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram dealerships handle warranty repairs, guaranteeing proper diagnosis and workmanship.

Peace of Mind on the Road

With included roadside assistance for towing, jump-starts, lockouts, and flat tires, you’re protected wherever you go.

Enhanced Resale Value

A vehicle with documented dealership service and valid remaining warranty coverage is more attractive to buyers and can command a higher resale price.

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It’s the simple, reliable way to secure peace of mind for the long haul.