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About Fidelity Warranty Services
Fidelity Warranty Services (FWS) provides a variety of vehicle protection plans, including vehicle service contracts (VSCs) and tire and wheel protection plans, that are accepted at over 6,000 service centers across the U.S. and Canada. The company has been in business for over 45 years and claims to have over 70 million contract holders. FWS’s plans can be purchased through more than 3,000 dealers nationwide.
Visit www.fidelitywarrantyservices.com- Five main plans, plus add-on coverage
- Electric vehicle coverage
- VSCs come with additional benefits
- Available in the U.S. and Canada
- Transferable warranties
- Only available at some dealerships
- Certain exclusions may apply
- Customer reports of slow or denied claims
- Customer reports of unreachable customer service
Fidelity Warranty Services plans
Fidelity offers five main plans for gas-powered vehicles. Its Powertrain, Gold and Platinum vehicle service contracts come in three coverage levels and offer protection for up to 150,000 miles, while its Drivetrain Plus and Owner Select plans are for high-mileage vehicles.
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Electric vehicle plans
Fidelity also offers vehicle service contracts for electric vehicles (EVs) called EV+ Protect plans. While it doesn’t disclose its specific range of EV coverage options online, it states that some plans include mechanical breakdown coverage for EV batteries and charging systems.
Fidelity Warranty Services add-on coverage
Fidelity Warranty Services offers several add-on coverage options, including:
Term Care Select
The Term Care Select plan comes in Platinum Plus and Platinum Plus Rotors coverage levels. Its Platinum Plus plan covers wear-and-tear items like brake pads, batteries, headlamps, windshield wiper blades, belts, hoses, electrical components and wheel alignment, while its Platinum Plus Rotors plan covers all of that plus brake rotors and drums. It doesn’t have a deductible.
Road Hazard Tire & Wheel
The Road Hazard Tire & Wheel plan comes in Deluxe and Premium options. It offers up to $5,000 in lifetime benefits for repairing and replacing damaged tires. It includes reimbursement for alternate transportation, towing and roadside assistance.
Road Hazard Tire & Wheel Protection Bundle
The Road Hazard Tire & Wheel Protection Bundle comes in Deluxe, Premium, Superior and Superior Plus coverage levels. It provides repairs or replacements for damage to tires and wheels, including cosmetic damage to wheels.
Prepaid Maintenance
The Prepaid Maintenance plan comes in Standard or Plus options. The Standard option pays for routine maintenance like oil changes, multi-point inspections and brake adjustments. The Plus option includes all that’s covered under the Standard plan, plus tire rotations.
Total Loss Protection
Also known as guaranteed asset protection (GAP) coverage, the Total Loss Protection plan covers your vehicle if it’s stolen or declared a total loss in an accident.
Excess Wear & Tear
The Excess Wear & Tear plan is for leased vehicles that need repairs due to wear and tear. It covers tires, exterior damage, glass, interior wear and factory audio and electronics.
Theft Deterrent System
The Theft Deterrent System plan uses advanced technology to identify your vehicle if it’s stolen.
Appearance Protection
The Appearance Protection plan provides enhanced interior and exterior protection for your car. It covers damage related to interior spills and stains, exterior bird and bug damage, UV exposure and temperature extremes.
Fidelity Warranty Services costs
Fidelity Warranty Services’ costs aren’t published on its website, but customers on our site have reported that their car warranties cost around $2,500 to $3,500. However, some reviewers, such as Anthony, a reviewer from Texas, have reported spending up to $5,000 for a monthly plan.
Fidelity’s deductibles are $0, $50, $100 or $250. If you choose a plan with a lower deductible, you’ll pay more for a plan upfront but less (or nothing) when you file a claim for covered repairs.
Fidelity Warranty Services benefits
Each Fidelity vehicle service contract comes with the following benefits:
- 24/7 roadside assistance, which includes up to $100 in towing coverage for covered mechanical breakdowns
- Travel protection
- Alternate transportation
- Mechanical breakdown coverage
Its high-mileage plans come with all of the above benefits except travel protection.
How to purchase a Fidelity warranty
You can purchase a warranty from Fidelity Warranty Services through a participating auto dealer. To find a participating dealer near you, call Fidelity. The dealership will walk you through purchasing a plan. You can pay for the plan up front or roll the cost into your auto loan.
Before signing up for a VSC, be sure to talk through eligibility, deductible options, transferability and repair requirements with the finance manager.
Fidelity Warranty Services exclusions
Fidelity Warranty Services’ exclusions vary by plan. Its plans generally exclude:
Damage from misuse, abuse, negligence (including repair facility negligence), improper towing or improper maintenance
Damage from overheating, insufficient coolant or lubricants, sludge or restricted oil flow
Environmental damage, such as from salt, rust or chemicals
Repairs without a mechanical breakdown, such as reduced engine efficiency
Powertrain and Gold plan exclusions
For Powertrain and Gold plans, any part that isn’t explicitly listed as covered is excluded.
Platinum plan exclusions
For Platinum coverage, the following is excluded:
Brake shoes, drums, rotors and pads
Manual clutch components, such as discs, pressure plates, pilot bearings and throw-out bearings and arms
Air bags, glass, lenses, body panels and parts, trim, moldings, weather stripping, trim and moldings
Tires and wheels
Most batteries (except specified high-voltage electric vehicle (EV) and hybrid batteries)
Light bulbs, upholstery, paint, bright metal and freeze plugs
Filters (unless tied to a covered breakdown), heater and radiator hoses, exhaust systems and catalytic converters
Shock absorbers, alignments or balancing (unless tied to a covered breakdown)
Non-factory audio or security systems
Safety restraint systems
Convertible or vinyl tops
Solar-powered devices
Fidelity Warranty Services FAQ
How can I file a claim with Fidelity Warranty Services?
You can file a claim with Fidelity Warranty Services by taking your vehicle to the dealership where you purchased the Fidelity contract, if possible. Otherwise, follow the instructions on your contract and call Fidelity at the number listed on your contract to speak to a claims analyst. All repairs must receive prior authorization before work can begin.
When are Fidelity claims analysts available?
Fidelity claims analysts are available from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern, Monday through Friday, and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday.
How do you cancel a Fidelity car warranty?
To cancel a Fidelity car warranty, you can request a cancellation at the dealership where you purchased your contract. Alternatively, you can go to its “Help Center” page on its website. Under “Cancellation,” click on the “Vehicle Coverage Cancellation" button under the question “How do I cancel my contract?” to start the cancellation process.
Can you transfer a Fidelity Warranty Services warranty?
Yes, you can transfer a Fidelity Warranty Services warranty to a new owner, but not to a person or a business that sells or leases cars.
Still have questions?
Is Fidelity Warranty Services worth it?
Fidelity Warranty Services is best suited for consumers purchasing a new or certified pre-owned vehicle through a participating dealership who want dealer-administered coverage with multiple plan tiers. It's best for high-mileage vehicle owners, EV owners and consumers who prefer dealer-managed claims.
Fidelity has five main plans to choose from for gas-powered vehicles, including two options for high-mileage vehicles. It also offers add-on coverage and electric vehicle coverage options.
However, Fidelity customer reviews on our site tend to be negative. Many customers have reported that they have experienced claim denials, slow claim approvals, confusion about what components are covered and poor communication during the repair process.
For example, Jennifer, a reviewer from Ohio, said: “My concern is not that my claim was denied. My concern is what happened after the denial. My [...] claim was verbally denied, and despite four written requests, multiple telephone calls, and more than a week of waiting, Fidelity Warranty Services has still not provided me with a written claim determination identifying the contractual basis for its decision or the documentation supporting that decision.”
Some repair shops have also reported a poor experience with Fidelity.
“Repair shop owner here,” said Wayne, a reviewer from Idaho. “Unethical attempts to deny coverage to the customer, finally satisfied after we jumped through an unreasonable level of hoops. Slow payout. Very long hold times for my service advisors to process claims. Ridiculous paper trails demanded to prove we actually purchased the parts required to complete the repairs.”
Generally, the value you’ll get from a vehicle service contract often depends on your coverage level, the dealership administering the contract and the type of repair(s) you need. Make sure to carefully review a contract's covered components, exclusions, deductible options and claims procedures before purchasing it so you know what to expect if a breakdown occurs.
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