GITNUXREPORT 2026

Auto Warranty Industry Statistics

The auto warranty industry grew significantly last year amid higher vehicle prices.

Alexander Schmidt

Alexander Schmidt

Research Analyst specializing in technology and digital transformation trends.

First published: Feb 13, 2026

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Key Statistics

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75% of powertrain coverage plans nationwide in 2023 were bumper-to-bumper options.

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Average powertrain warranty duration: 100,000 miles or 7 years in 2023 contracts.

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Exclusionary warranties covered 92% of vehicle components vs. 65% named perils.

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High-tech coverage for ADAS systems added to 45% of new plans in 2023.

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Battery warranties for EVs averaged 8 years/100,000 miles in 2023.

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68% of claims were for engine/transmission repairs, totaling $1.1B payouts.

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Electrical system claims rose 22% due to infotainment failures in 2023.

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Average claim payout per repair: $2,850 in U.S. 2023 data.

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Pre-existing condition denials affected 8% of claims filed in 2023.

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Mobile repair coverage included in 55% of premium-tier plans 2023.

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Rental car reimbursement avg. $45/day, max 30 days per 2023 policies.

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Hybrid battery replacement claims averaged $12,500 payout in 2023.

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Nationwide, 92% claims approved within 48 hours if pre-approved.

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Turbocharger failures led suspension/steering claims at 15% share.

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Coverage deductibles ranged $0-$250, avg. $100 in 2023 plans.

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34% of comprehensive plans included roadside assistance unlimited.

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Infotainment screen replacements: avg. claim $1,200, up 18% YoY.

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Transferable warranties retained 85% value on vehicle sale in 2023.

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AC system claims: 12% of total, avg. payout $950 in 2023.

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OBD-II diagnostic coverage mandatory in 78% plans post-2023.

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Total loss protection added to 22% warranties, payout avg. $5k.

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Wear-and-tear coverage excluded in only 15% basic plans 2023.

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Navigation system claims surged 30% with map updates failing.

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88% policies covered corrosion/perforation up to 7 years.

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Trip interruption benefit: avg. $150/day hotel in top plans.

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Sensor failures in ADAS: 9% claim share, $800 avg. fix.

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Emission control components covered 95% in federal-compliant plans.

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Factory OEM warranties averaged 3yr/36k miles basic, 5yr/60k powertrain in 2023.

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Aftermarket plans extended to 200k miles in 40% elite tiers.

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Brake coverage beyond pads/rotors in 62% mid-tier plans.

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42% of U.S. car buyers aged 35-54 purchased extended warranties in 2023 surveys.

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Satisfaction rate with auto warranties dropped to 67% in 2023 from 72% in 2021.

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31% of warranty buyers never filed a claim, citing no major repairs needed.

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Women purchased 38% of extended auto warranties in 2023, up from 32% in 2019.

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Urban consumers bought warranties at 2.1x rate of rural buyers in 2023 data.

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55% of millennials (25-40) opted for warranties on used cars per 2023 polls.

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Average age of warranty purchaser: 47 years in 2023 U.S. market analysis.

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28% regret buying extended warranty, mainly due to high costs vs. benefits.

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Hispanic buyers represented 19% of warranty sales in 2023, growing fastest demographic.

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62% of buyers financed warranties into car loans, averaging $45/month extra.

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EV owners purchased warranties 15% less than ICE vehicle owners in 2023.

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Repeat buyers (prior warranty holders) comprised 41% of 2023 sales.

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73% of warranty decisions made at dealership, 19% online in 2023.

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Income bracket $75k-$150k bought 52% of all warranties in 2023.

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39% of buyers cited peace of mind as primary reason in 2023 surveys.

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Denial of claims led to 22% negative reviews on warranty satisfaction in 2023.

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College-educated buyers 1.4x more likely to purchase warranties per 2023 data.

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51% of fleet managers bought warranties for company cars in 2023.

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Warranty purchase rate for leases: 12%, vs. 34% for purchases in 2023.

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Baby boomers (55+) held 29% market share of warranty buyers in 2023.

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Online research influenced 68% of warranty purchases in 2023.

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45% of buyers under 30 skipped warranties due to cost concerns.

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Satisfaction highest (81%) among Toyota warranty buyers in 2023.

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26% filed claims within first year of warranty purchase in 2023.

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Multi-vehicle household owners bought 1.8x more warranties per capita.

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67% of Porsche owners extended warranties beyond factory in 2023.

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Low-mileage drivers (<10k/year) purchased warranties 20% less often.

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34% of 2023 buyers compared 3+ providers before deciding.

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Top complaint: Poor customer service in 41% of 2023 reviews.

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Endurance Warranty topped consumer ratings with 4.6/5 in 2023.

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CarShield held 18% consumer market preference in 2023 polls.

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The U.S. extended auto warranty market size reached $3.2 billion in revenue in 2023, marking a 5.2% year-over-year growth driven by rising vehicle prices.

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Globally, the automotive warranty and service contract industry was valued at $45.6 billion in 2022, projected to grow to $68.9 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 5.3%.

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Vehicle service contracts (VSCs) accounted for 72% of the total auto aftermarket warranty sales in North America in 2023.

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The aftermarket auto warranty segment grew by 7.8% in 2023, outpacing OEM warranties due to increased used car sales.

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U.S. auto warranty direct written premiums increased from $2.9 billion in 2021 to $3.4 billion in 2023.

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Extended warranty penetration rate in the U.S. new car market stood at 28% in 2023, up from 24% in 2020.

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The European auto warranty market is expected to expand at 4.1% CAGR from 2024-2028, reaching €12.5 billion.

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In Asia-Pacific, auto service contracts market grew 6.5% in 2023, fueled by EV adoption and warranty extensions.

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U.S. third-party warranty providers captured 41% market share in 2023, versus 59% for manufacturer-backed plans.

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Total U.S. auto warranty claims payouts reached $1.8 billion in 2022, representing 52% of premiums collected.

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The market for F&I (Finance & Insurance) products including warranties generated $45 billion industry-wide in U.S. dealerships in 2023.

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OEM extended warranties declined 2.1% in sales volume in 2023 amid supply chain recoveries.

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Digital sales of auto warranties surged 15% in 2023, comprising 22% of total policies sold.

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U.S. luxury vehicle warranty market segment grew 8.9% to $850 million in 2023.

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Post-pandemic, warranty renewals increased by 12% annually from 2021-2023.

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Global EV warranty market projected at $10.2 billion by 2027, CAGR 11.4%.

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U.S. used car warranty sales hit 15.2 million contracts in 2023, up 9%.

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Warranty-as-a-Service (WaaS) models emerged with $500 million market cap in 2023.

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Canada’s auto warranty market valued at CAD 1.2 billion in 2023, growth 4.7%.

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Mexico auto aftermarket warranty segment reached $450 million USD in 2023.

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U.S. motorcycle warranty market subset grew 6.2% to $180 million in 2023.

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Fleet vehicle warranty contracts numbered 2.1 million in U.S. 2023, $1.1B revenue.

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Online warranty marketplaces generated $320 million in 2023 sales volume.

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Warranty bundling with GAP insurance boosted sales by 18% in 2023.

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U.S. RV warranty market, overlapping auto, hit $900 million in 2023.

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Hybrid vehicle warranty extensions market doubled to $400 million since 2020.

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Dealer-sold warranties comprised 65% of $3.2B U.S. market in 2023.

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Independent repair shop warranty affiliations grew 10% to 45,000 shops in 2023.

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Warranty premium per vehicle averaged $1,450 in U.S. luxury segment 2023.

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Total insured VSCs in force: 28 million policies in U.S. as of 2023 end.

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CARCHEX provider satisfaction score: 88/100 in J.D. Power 2023.

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Olive extended warranty sold 450,000 contracts in 2023, up 22%.

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Ally Financial's warranty arm managed $1.2B in premiums 2023.

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Fidelity Warranty Services claims approval rate: 94.2% in 2023.

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Royal Administration Services handled 1.5 million active VSCs end-2023.

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Toco Warranty grew customer base by 28% to 2.3 million in 2023.

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American Auto Shield processed $450 million in claims payouts 2023.

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Omega Auto Care ranked #1 in network size with 120,000+ repair shops.

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Protective Asset Protection div. wrote $800M VSC premiums in 2023.

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Consumer Affairs gave Protection Plans Inc. 4.8/5 rating 2023.

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Zurich NA Warranty Solutions market share: 9.2% in 2023.

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Nation Safe Drivers warranty renewals: 65% rate in 2023.

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Automaxx Warranty expanded to 50 states coverage in mid-2023.

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GEICO's warranty partnerships generated $150M revenue share 2023.

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Lifespan Auto Warranty claims turnaround avg. 3.2 days in 2023.

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Platinum Auto Warranty customer retention: 78% in 2023.

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autopom! Warranty digital claims submissions up 40% to 250k in 2023.

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Concord Auto Protect A-rated by A.M. Best for 15th year in 2023.

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XA Administrators backed 900k policies, $300M premiums 2023.

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Select Auto Protect grew 15% in EV warranty offerings 2023.

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Warranty Group (Allstate) held 12% U.S. market share end-2023.

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Mechanic's Choice Warranty network: 35,000 shops, largest indie 2023.

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UK-based Warranty Direct processed 120k claims at 92% approval 2023.

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Factory-like coverage from aftermarket providers matched 85% OEM in 2023 benchmarks.

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FTC received 28,000 auto warranty scam complaints in 2023.

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BBB logged 15,200 complaints against warranty companies in 2023.

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California DMV revoked 12 administrator licenses for violations in 2023.

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NAIC Model VSC Act adopted by 42 states by end-2023.

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$145 million recovered for consumers via warranty lawsuits 2023.

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Telemarketing Sales Rule violations fined $10M against robocallers.

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76% of scams involved fake "final notice" calls per FCC 2023.

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State AGs shut down 45 fraudulent warranty operations in 2023.

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Lemon Law claims intertwined with warranty disputes: 45,000 cases.

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CFPB flagged deceptive F&I warranty sales at dealerships.

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Insurance-backed VSCs required in 38 states per 2023 regs.

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GDPR fines in EU for warranty data breaches: €5.2M total.

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TCPA lawsuits against warranty marketers: 1,200 filed 2023.

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Florida OIR audited 200 providers, 15% non-compliant.

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92% scam calls spoofed 800 numbers per YouMail 2023 data.

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Arbitration clauses upheld in 78% warranty disputes 2023.

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NY DFS imposed $2.5M fines for unlicensed sales.

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Consumer Sentinel Network: warranty top 5 scam category.

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Texas DOI suspended 8 companies for claim denials.

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Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act invoked in 3,200 suits.

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Do Not Call registry complaints: 1.1M for warranties.

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Think twice before passing up that extended car warranty—from a $45.6 billion global industry to surprising facts on who actually buys them, here are the powerful statistics shaping your coverage and your wallet.

Key Takeaways

  • The U.S. extended auto warranty market size reached $3.2 billion in revenue in 2023, marking a 5.2% year-over-year growth driven by rising vehicle prices.
  • Globally, the automotive warranty and service contract industry was valued at $45.6 billion in 2022, projected to grow to $68.9 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 5.3%.
  • Vehicle service contracts (VSCs) accounted for 72% of the total auto aftermarket warranty sales in North America in 2023.
  • 42% of U.S. car buyers aged 35-54 purchased extended warranties in 2023 surveys.
  • Satisfaction rate with auto warranties dropped to 67% in 2023 from 72% in 2021.
  • 31% of warranty buyers never filed a claim, citing no major repairs needed.
  • CARCHEX provider satisfaction score: 88/100 in J.D. Power 2023.
  • Olive extended warranty sold 450,000 contracts in 2023, up 22%.
  • Ally Financial's warranty arm managed $1.2B in premiums 2023.
  • 75% of powertrain coverage plans nationwide in 2023 were bumper-to-bumper options.
  • Average powertrain warranty duration: 100,000 miles or 7 years in 2023 contracts.
  • Exclusionary warranties covered 92% of vehicle components vs. 65% named perils.
  • FTC received 28,000 auto warranty scam complaints in 2023.
  • BBB logged 15,200 complaints against warranty companies in 2023.
  • California DMV revoked 12 administrator licenses for violations in 2023.

The auto warranty industry grew significantly last year amid higher vehicle prices.

Claims and Coverage

  • 75% of powertrain coverage plans nationwide in 2023 were bumper-to-bumper options.
  • Average powertrain warranty duration: 100,000 miles or 7 years in 2023 contracts.
  • Exclusionary warranties covered 92% of vehicle components vs. 65% named perils.
  • High-tech coverage for ADAS systems added to 45% of new plans in 2023.
  • Battery warranties for EVs averaged 8 years/100,000 miles in 2023.
  • 68% of claims were for engine/transmission repairs, totaling $1.1B payouts.
  • Electrical system claims rose 22% due to infotainment failures in 2023.
  • Average claim payout per repair: $2,850 in U.S. 2023 data.
  • Pre-existing condition denials affected 8% of claims filed in 2023.
  • Mobile repair coverage included in 55% of premium-tier plans 2023.
  • Rental car reimbursement avg. $45/day, max 30 days per 2023 policies.
  • Hybrid battery replacement claims averaged $12,500 payout in 2023.
  • Nationwide, 92% claims approved within 48 hours if pre-approved.
  • Turbocharger failures led suspension/steering claims at 15% share.
  • Coverage deductibles ranged $0-$250, avg. $100 in 2023 plans.
  • 34% of comprehensive plans included roadside assistance unlimited.
  • Infotainment screen replacements: avg. claim $1,200, up 18% YoY.
  • Transferable warranties retained 85% value on vehicle sale in 2023.
  • AC system claims: 12% of total, avg. payout $950 in 2023.
  • OBD-II diagnostic coverage mandatory in 78% plans post-2023.
  • Total loss protection added to 22% warranties, payout avg. $5k.
  • Wear-and-tear coverage excluded in only 15% basic plans 2023.
  • Navigation system claims surged 30% with map updates failing.
  • 88% policies covered corrosion/perforation up to 7 years.
  • Trip interruption benefit: avg. $150/day hotel in top plans.
  • Sensor failures in ADAS: 9% claim share, $800 avg. fix.
  • Emission control components covered 95% in federal-compliant plans.
  • Factory OEM warranties averaged 3yr/36k miles basic, 5yr/60k powertrain in 2023.
  • Aftermarket plans extended to 200k miles in 40% elite tiers.
  • Brake coverage beyond pads/rotors in 62% mid-tier plans.

Claims and Coverage Interpretation

While the industry dresses its warranties in increasingly comprehensive, high-tech language, the data confesses that old-fashioned mechanical heartbreak—the engine’s sigh or the transmission’s groan—still drives the costly drama, even as our screens flicker and our batteries age.

Consumer Statistics

  • 42% of U.S. car buyers aged 35-54 purchased extended warranties in 2023 surveys.
  • Satisfaction rate with auto warranties dropped to 67% in 2023 from 72% in 2021.
  • 31% of warranty buyers never filed a claim, citing no major repairs needed.
  • Women purchased 38% of extended auto warranties in 2023, up from 32% in 2019.
  • Urban consumers bought warranties at 2.1x rate of rural buyers in 2023 data.
  • 55% of millennials (25-40) opted for warranties on used cars per 2023 polls.
  • Average age of warranty purchaser: 47 years in 2023 U.S. market analysis.
  • 28% regret buying extended warranty, mainly due to high costs vs. benefits.
  • Hispanic buyers represented 19% of warranty sales in 2023, growing fastest demographic.
  • 62% of buyers financed warranties into car loans, averaging $45/month extra.
  • EV owners purchased warranties 15% less than ICE vehicle owners in 2023.
  • Repeat buyers (prior warranty holders) comprised 41% of 2023 sales.
  • 73% of warranty decisions made at dealership, 19% online in 2023.
  • Income bracket $75k-$150k bought 52% of all warranties in 2023.
  • 39% of buyers cited peace of mind as primary reason in 2023 surveys.
  • Denial of claims led to 22% negative reviews on warranty satisfaction in 2023.
  • College-educated buyers 1.4x more likely to purchase warranties per 2023 data.
  • 51% of fleet managers bought warranties for company cars in 2023.
  • Warranty purchase rate for leases: 12%, vs. 34% for purchases in 2023.
  • Baby boomers (55+) held 29% market share of warranty buyers in 2023.
  • Online research influenced 68% of warranty purchases in 2023.
  • 45% of buyers under 30 skipped warranties due to cost concerns.
  • Satisfaction highest (81%) among Toyota warranty buyers in 2023.
  • 26% filed claims within first year of warranty purchase in 2023.
  • Multi-vehicle household owners bought 1.8x more warranties per capita.
  • 67% of Porsche owners extended warranties beyond factory in 2023.
  • Low-mileage drivers (<10k/year) purchased warranties 20% less often.
  • 34% of 2023 buyers compared 3+ providers before deciding.
  • Top complaint: Poor customer service in 41% of 2023 reviews.
  • Endurance Warranty topped consumer ratings with 4.6/5 in 2023.
  • CarShield held 18% consumer market preference in 2023 polls.

Consumer Statistics Interpretation

The auto warranty industry thrives on a paradox of peace of mind, where nearly half of middle-aged buyers are sold security, a third of them never use it, yet a growing dissatisfaction with denied claims suggests many are, ironically, buying regret on an installment plan.

Market Size and Growth

  • The U.S. extended auto warranty market size reached $3.2 billion in revenue in 2023, marking a 5.2% year-over-year growth driven by rising vehicle prices.
  • Globally, the automotive warranty and service contract industry was valued at $45.6 billion in 2022, projected to grow to $68.9 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 5.3%.
  • Vehicle service contracts (VSCs) accounted for 72% of the total auto aftermarket warranty sales in North America in 2023.
  • The aftermarket auto warranty segment grew by 7.8% in 2023, outpacing OEM warranties due to increased used car sales.
  • U.S. auto warranty direct written premiums increased from $2.9 billion in 2021 to $3.4 billion in 2023.
  • Extended warranty penetration rate in the U.S. new car market stood at 28% in 2023, up from 24% in 2020.
  • The European auto warranty market is expected to expand at 4.1% CAGR from 2024-2028, reaching €12.5 billion.
  • In Asia-Pacific, auto service contracts market grew 6.5% in 2023, fueled by EV adoption and warranty extensions.
  • U.S. third-party warranty providers captured 41% market share in 2023, versus 59% for manufacturer-backed plans.
  • Total U.S. auto warranty claims payouts reached $1.8 billion in 2022, representing 52% of premiums collected.
  • The market for F&I (Finance & Insurance) products including warranties generated $45 billion industry-wide in U.S. dealerships in 2023.
  • OEM extended warranties declined 2.1% in sales volume in 2023 amid supply chain recoveries.
  • Digital sales of auto warranties surged 15% in 2023, comprising 22% of total policies sold.
  • U.S. luxury vehicle warranty market segment grew 8.9% to $850 million in 2023.
  • Post-pandemic, warranty renewals increased by 12% annually from 2021-2023.
  • Global EV warranty market projected at $10.2 billion by 2027, CAGR 11.4%.
  • U.S. used car warranty sales hit 15.2 million contracts in 2023, up 9%.
  • Warranty-as-a-Service (WaaS) models emerged with $500 million market cap in 2023.
  • Canada’s auto warranty market valued at CAD 1.2 billion in 2023, growth 4.7%.
  • Mexico auto aftermarket warranty segment reached $450 million USD in 2023.
  • U.S. motorcycle warranty market subset grew 6.2% to $180 million in 2023.
  • Fleet vehicle warranty contracts numbered 2.1 million in U.S. 2023, $1.1B revenue.
  • Online warranty marketplaces generated $320 million in 2023 sales volume.
  • Warranty bundling with GAP insurance boosted sales by 18% in 2023.
  • U.S. RV warranty market, overlapping auto, hit $900 million in 2023.
  • Hybrid vehicle warranty extensions market doubled to $400 million since 2020.
  • Dealer-sold warranties comprised 65% of $3.2B U.S. market in 2023.
  • Independent repair shop warranty affiliations grew 10% to 45,000 shops in 2023.
  • Warranty premium per vehicle averaged $1,450 in U.S. luxury segment 2023.
  • Total insured VSCs in force: 28 million policies in U.S. as of 2023 end.

Market Size and Growth Interpretation

Despite the relentless automotive evolution towards EVs and digital sales, the cold, hard math reveals that a 52% payout rate on $3.4 billion in U.S. premiums confirms our enduring, profitable fear of the mechanical unknown.

Provider Statistics

  • CARCHEX provider satisfaction score: 88/100 in J.D. Power 2023.
  • Olive extended warranty sold 450,000 contracts in 2023, up 22%.
  • Ally Financial's warranty arm managed $1.2B in premiums 2023.
  • Fidelity Warranty Services claims approval rate: 94.2% in 2023.
  • Royal Administration Services handled 1.5 million active VSCs end-2023.
  • Toco Warranty grew customer base by 28% to 2.3 million in 2023.
  • American Auto Shield processed $450 million in claims payouts 2023.
  • Omega Auto Care ranked #1 in network size with 120,000+ repair shops.
  • Protective Asset Protection div. wrote $800M VSC premiums in 2023.
  • Consumer Affairs gave Protection Plans Inc. 4.8/5 rating 2023.
  • Zurich NA Warranty Solutions market share: 9.2% in 2023.
  • Nation Safe Drivers warranty renewals: 65% rate in 2023.
  • Automaxx Warranty expanded to 50 states coverage in mid-2023.
  • GEICO's warranty partnerships generated $150M revenue share 2023.
  • Lifespan Auto Warranty claims turnaround avg. 3.2 days in 2023.
  • Platinum Auto Warranty customer retention: 78% in 2023.
  • autopom! Warranty digital claims submissions up 40% to 250k in 2023.
  • Concord Auto Protect A-rated by A.M. Best for 15th year in 2023.
  • XA Administrators backed 900k policies, $300M premiums 2023.
  • Select Auto Protect grew 15% in EV warranty offerings 2023.
  • Warranty Group (Allstate) held 12% U.S. market share end-2023.
  • Mechanic's Choice Warranty network: 35,000 shops, largest indie 2023.
  • UK-based Warranty Direct processed 120k claims at 92% approval 2023.
  • Factory-like coverage from aftermarket providers matched 85% OEM in 2023 benchmarks.

Provider Statistics Interpretation

In an industry often viewed with skepticism, these figures reveal a competitive landscape where established players are demonstrably improving customer satisfaction, streamlining claims, and aggressively expanding their digital and physical networks to capture a larger share of the market.

Regulations and Scams

  • FTC received 28,000 auto warranty scam complaints in 2023.
  • BBB logged 15,200 complaints against warranty companies in 2023.
  • California DMV revoked 12 administrator licenses for violations in 2023.
  • NAIC Model VSC Act adopted by 42 states by end-2023.
  • $145 million recovered for consumers via warranty lawsuits 2023.
  • Telemarketing Sales Rule violations fined $10M against robocallers.
  • 76% of scams involved fake "final notice" calls per FCC 2023.
  • State AGs shut down 45 fraudulent warranty operations in 2023.
  • Lemon Law claims intertwined with warranty disputes: 45,000 cases.
  • CFPB flagged deceptive F&I warranty sales at dealerships.
  • Insurance-backed VSCs required in 38 states per 2023 regs.
  • GDPR fines in EU for warranty data breaches: €5.2M total.
  • TCPA lawsuits against warranty marketers: 1,200 filed 2023.
  • Florida OIR audited 200 providers, 15% non-compliant.
  • 92% scam calls spoofed 800 numbers per YouMail 2023 data.
  • Arbitration clauses upheld in 78% warranty disputes 2023.
  • NY DFS imposed $2.5M fines for unlicensed sales.
  • Consumer Sentinel Network: warranty top 5 scam category.
  • Texas DOI suspended 8 companies for claim denials.
  • Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act invoked in 3,200 suits.
  • Do Not Call registry complaints: 1.1M for warranties.

Regulations and Scams Interpretation

It seems that for every new regulation designed to protect consumers from warranty scams, the industry’s rogues’ gallery invents a fresh, infuriatingly deceptive tactic, as evidenced by the flood of complaints, lawsuits, and enforcement actions that have turned the auto warranty landscape into a veritable game of regulatory whack-a-mole.

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