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Can you buy a refurbished hybrid battery?
After my fuel economy dropped off on my Honda Civic Hybrid, I took my car to the mechanic, and he said that the battery is on its last leg. After doing some research, I found that hybrid batteries are outside of my budget. Can I buy a refurbished one?
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
If your
Honda Civic Hybrid
has a battery that’s on the outs, you can buy a refurbished hybrid battery. However, most experts agree that this is a risky purchase.The only way to limit your risk is to buy from a reputable dealer. That said, Honda doesn’t certify any second-hand refurbishing companies, so you’ll still be rolling the dice.
Only buy a refurbished battery if it’s a stop-gap measure because you can’t afford a new one. The only safe way to ensure the battery you buy works is to buy a new one from Honda.
But before you drop between $2,000 to $5,000 for a replacement, see if your battery is still under warranty. Honda hybrids come with an eight-year, 100,000-mile warranty, so if you’re still within this timeframe, go to the dealership to get a free repair or replacement.
If you need some more cash to pay for your new battery, use the
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