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Automobile Warranties and Other Buyer Protections<\/h1>\n
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\n By Natalie Moritz<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Melissa Bender, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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Most new vehicles come with some type of warranty protection. This means the dealership or manufacturer covers the repair costs of a vehicle defect or malfunction. Warranty coverage is for a limited amount of time or odometer mileage, such as five years or 50,000 miles.<\/p>\r\n

Warranty terms and coverages<\/a> vary, and the contracts can be difficult to understand. If you purchased a new vehicle under warranty, you’ll want to understand your consumer protections so you don’t get stuck with an expensive repair.<\/p>\r\n

This article will help you learn:<\/p>\r\n