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Are oxygen sensors covered under emissions warranty?

Are oxygen sensors covered under emissions warranty?

Under the “Federal Emissions Warranty,” oxygen sensors are covered for 2 years/24,000 miles whichever comes first. The only things covered for 8 years/80,000 miles on your car are your cats and PCM.

Is emissions covered under powertrain?

The Federal Emissions Warranty can cover emissions related component repairs for vehicles up to 8 years old or up to 80,000 miles, whichever comes first. These components include a vehicle’s Catalytic Converter, Transmission Control Module, and Powertrain Control Module and/or Engine Control Unit (PCM or ECU).

Is a catalytic converter considered part of the powertrain?

Federal emissions laws require carmakers to cover the catalytic converter and PCM/ECM (powertrain or electronic control module) under warranty for eight years or 80,000 miles, whichever comes first. The P0420 fault code could have causes other than a problem with the catalytic converter.

Is the O2 sensor covered under the powertrain warranty?

Sensors are considered wear and tear item and aren’t covered under most powertrain warranties. Generally the big one people ask about, the O2 sensor, is included. Your manufacturer warranty is likely the same, but some bumper to bumper warranties will cover your sensors if they expire during the manufacturer warranty.

Is the oxygen sensor covered by American auto shield?

American Auto Shield offers an emissions package add on which can be purchased in addition to one of their plans which do cover your oxygen sensor. I admit I’ve been the victim of this one more than once.

Is the transmission covered under a powertrain warranty?

Often, the wiring and sensors aren’t covered under a powertrain warranty. These are considered wear and tear items, which are replaced with normal use. Yes, your powertrain warranty DOES cover your transmission, which is good considering how expensive it is to fix!

What kind of insurance cover mass airflow sensor?

The Supreme policy covers all car repairs, minus the exclusions page. Plans that cover your mass airflow sensor: Comprehensive (With Emissions Add On Surcharge) Notes: With the emissions package your MAF sensor is covered – although you will pay additional money for it.

Is the O2 sensor covered under the powertrain?

They are not covered by powertrain warranties and are not covered by federally (or state) mandated extended emissions coverage. If you are out of the basic warranty period, you will have to pay for O2 sensor replacement.

Are there sensors covered under a powertrain warranty?

Are sensors covered under a powertrain warranty? Sensors are considered wear and tear item and aren’t covered under most powertrain warranties. Generally the big one people ask about, the O2 sensor, is included.

Is the O2 sensor covered by the extended warranty?

If it’s your O2 sensor that has failed, you won’t be looking at a hefty bill by any means, with the cost coming in at between $200-$300 dollars if you take the car to a mechanic. Notes: Your O2 sensor is part of your emissions system, which generally is not covered by most extended warranties contrary to what CBS has claimed.

American Auto Shield offers an emissions package add on which can be purchased in addition to one of their plans which do cover your oxygen sensor. I admit I’ve been the victim of this one more than once.

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Ruth Doyle