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Are batteries in electric cars warrantied?
I’m thinking about buying an electric car, and I know the battery is the most valuable part of any electric vehicle. Are the batteries in an EV usually covered under a manufacturer’s warranty?
Andrew Koole · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Good on you for looking into this. Yes, electric car batteries are warrantied by the manufacturer, and federal regulation mandates that these
warranties
last at least eight years.
But that doesn’t mean every warranty is the same. The fine print changes from brand to brand. Some only cover the battery from complete failure, while others will replace it if its capacity drops under a certain percentage threshold, usually around 60-70%.
However, some manufacturers extend their batteries’ warranties beyond what the mandate requires. Hyundai
and its sub-brand Kia are the first two automakers to go this route. Hyundai even went so far as to offer an unlimited warranty for the battery in its new EV, the Kona Electric, in the event of complete failure (while degradation is covered for three years).
It’s always a good idea to ensure that your car is covered for any eventuality. One of the easiest ways to do this is by reviewing your car insurance policy regularly. To do this easily, check out the Jerry
app. We’ll get you customized quotes from top insurers in seconds, so that all you need to do is pick the plan that works best for you. And once you pick one, we’ll help with every step of switching over.View full answer
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