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How Extended Warranty Repairs Work (and How We Help)

An extended warranty (vehicle service contract) can save you a lot on a big repair — if the claim is handled correctly.

You can usually choose your shop

Most service contracts let you use any licensed repair facility. Check your contract or call the administrator.

The usual process

  1. Bring the car in with your contract number.
  2. The shop diagnoses the problem.
  3. The shop contacts the warranty administrator with the diagnosis, photos and estimate.
  4. The administrator approves covered parts and labor (sometimes after an inspection).
  5. The shop repairs the car; you pay your deductible and anything not covered.

Common reasons claims get denied

  • Missing maintenance records
  • Pre-existing conditions
  • Parts not listed in the contract
  • Repairs started before approval

Keep your records

Save oil change and service receipts. They're often the first thing an administrator asks for.

We handle the paperwork

NewGen Auto Repair works with extended warranty and service contract companies. We diagnose the problem, submit the claim and keep in touch with the administrator.

FAQ

Do I pay for diagnosis on a warranty claim?

It depends on the contract. Some cover diagnosis when the repair is covered; others don't. We'll tell you before we start.

This article is general information, not legal or insurance advice. Rules and policies change — check your policy and the official source, or ask us.

*Deductible assistance of up to $1,000 is available only on insurance claims where your insurance company has approved a repair amount of $8,000 or more and the repair is performed in accordance with that insurer-approved estimate (California Penal Code § 551(b)). We never increase a repair estimate to cover a deductible. Not available on customer-pay repairs. Ask us for details before your repair begins.

**Free computer diagnostic scan: we read and explain your vehicle's trouble codes at no charge, no purchase required. If the problem needs in-depth testing (labor), we give you a written estimate and get your approval before any paid work, as California law requires.

†Warranty: limited lifetime warranty on our collision, body and paint workmanship for as long as you own the vehicle; 24 months / 24,000 miles (whichever comes first) on mechanical repairs, parts and labor. Not covered: normal wear, new damage, abuse or neglect, rust or chips from road debris, and customer-supplied parts. Warranty terms are written on your invoice.

‡Accident towing: you pay nothing out of pocket when you have collision coverage or the other driver is at fault — we pay the tow and bill the insurance company. If no insurance covers the tow, we tell you the price before the truck is sent.

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