The Fiat-Chrysler group has reduced its 5-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty on its American brands in order to align to the industry standard.
According to Automotive news, FCA declared that, “Following changes already made by competitors, FCA US is adjusting powertrain warranty coverage for 2016 model year vehicles to be more consistent with industry practices”.
That translates into a new 5-year/60,000-mile initiative – as opposed to the outgoing 5-year/100,000-mile offer – for the 2016 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and RAM vehicles powered by gasoline engines.
This change is currently applicable in the United States and does not apply to Fiat, Alfa Romeo or diesel powered vehicles.
This reduced offer aligns with the ones offered by other car manufacturers and Chrysler’s direct competitors. For instance, in March, GM also reduced the warranty to 5-years/60,000-miles for GMC and Chevrolet vehicles. Fiat still retains the 4-year/50,000-miles powertrain warranty.
Right before Chrysler filed for bankruptcy, in 2009, the car manufacturer offered a lifetime limited powertrain warranty for its vehicles, which was eligible only for the original owner. After emerging from insolvency and things got a little better, Chrysler stepped back the offer to 5-year/100,000-mile. Now it seems the American car manufacturer is selling more and more cars.
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