Glossary / Body

bumper to bumper warranty

9 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Think of it as a blanket insurance for your car: if anything inside the vehicle breaks or malfunctions because of a manufacturing fault, the warranty will pay to fix it. It’s usually valid for a set number of years or miles.

Technical Definition

A bumper-to-bumper warranty is a comprehensive coverage that protects the vehicle from defects in materials or workmanship for all parts and systems, except those specifically excluded. It typically covers repairs or replacements of any component that fails during the warranty period.

Hear It Discussed

"No, you're under warranty, and it's a bumper-to-bumper warranty you have, and that does include the light bulbs."
#2597: We're Part of the Solution The Best of Car Talk 05:19

"...All velocity vehicles come with a two-year bumper to bumper warranty. That's through us..."
Velocity Restorations turn-key classic trucks, Broncos, Mustangs and more. CarCast 13:04