EV warranties are different from standard car warranties. Here's what you need to know.
The Federal Mandate (US) & Market Standards
Most manufacturers offer an 8-year or 160,000km warranty on the battery and drive unit. This is distinct from the 3-5 year bumper-to-bumper warranty.
The Degradation Clause
Read the fine print! Most warranties only trigger if the battery drops below a certain SOH threshold—typically 70%. If your battery is at 71% after 7 years, you might be out of luck unless you can prove a specific cell failure.
Voiding Your Warranty
Be careful with modifications. Towing beyond rated capacity, ignoring recall notices, or physical damage to the battery pack can all be grounds for denying a warranty claim.
