When you invest in a Ram truck, you’re getting a vehicle known for strength, capability, and dependability. These warranties are factory backed coverage, officially supported by FCA US LLC, ensuring reliability and peace of mind. But what happens after the factory warranty ends? That’s where the Ram Extended Warranty, a type of ram warranty and one of several available warranties for Ram vehicles, also known as the Mopar Vehicle Protection Plan, comes in—offering Belvidere Ram drivers added peace of mind and long-term value.
Understanding the Ram Factory Warranty
When you purchase a new Ram vehicle, you’re backed by a robust factory warranty designed to deliver true peace of mind from day one. The Ram factory warranty is a comprehensive protection plan that covers your vehicle against unexpected repairs and manufacturing defects, ensuring your investment is safeguarded.
Here’s what’s included in the Ram factory warranty for brand vehicles:
- Basic Limited Warranty: This coverage protects your Ram vehicle against defects in materials or workmanship for a set period, typically covering most essential components and systems.
- Powertrain Limited Warranty: Focused on the heart of your Ram—engine, transmission, and drive systems—this warranty ensures that the most vital and costly parts are protected for an extended period.
- Corrosion Warranty: Ram brand vehicles are built tough, but this warranty adds an extra layer of vehicle protection by covering repairs for rust-through on sheet metal parts.
- Federal Emission Warranty: This plan ensures your Ram meets all federal emission standards, covering specific components related to emissions control.
All these protection plans are serviced by Mopar, the trusted name in vehicle protection for Ram vehicles. With the Ram factory warranty, you can drive with confidence knowing your vehicle is covered by a factory-backed limited warranty, and that any necessary repairs will be handled by certified technicians using genuine Mopar parts. This seamless coverage is designed to keep your Ram running strong and provide lasting peace of mind throughout your ownership experience.
Mopar Extended Warranty Coverage Tiers
Ram owners can choose between two main Mopar extended coverage options, with plan coverage that can be customized based on your vehicle's needs:
- Mopar Added Care Plus: Covers over 800 components, including essential systems. This plan includes powertrain care, focusing on the engine, transmission, and drivetrain, making it a key feature for those seeking reliable protection for critical vehicle parts.
- Mopar Maximum Care: Protects over 5,000 components and is often described as offering comprehensive coverage and extensive coverage for major vehicle systems, ensuring broad protection and peace of mind.
Coverage details and plan coverage can vary between these options, allowing customers to select the level of protection that best fits their needs.
Mopar Added Care Plus
- Covers over 800 components
- Protection for the engine, transmission, drivetrain, steering, brakes, suspension, electrical systems, and more
- Roadside assistance and car rental allowance included
Mopar Maximum Care
- Often referred to as the "bumper-to-bumper" plan
- Covers 5,000+ components
- Includes virtually all mechanical and electrical parts
- Includes roadside assistance, rental car allowance, trip interruption coverage, and key fob repair/replacement
Both plans can be purchased with various term lengths—up to 8 years/150,000 miles depending on your vehicle and coverage level.
Key Benefits of a Ram Extended Warranty
- Cost Protection: Avoid unexpected repair costs as your Ram ages.
- Certified Coverage: Factory-backed plans mean all work is done by certified Ram technicians using genuine Mopar parts.
- Transferable Plans: If you sell your Ram, the warranty can often be transferred to the new owner, boosting resale value.
- National Coverage: Enjoy the same coverage at any Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, or Ram dealership across the U.S., ensuring consistent service and protection wherever you travel—especially valuable for road trips.
- Unique Benefits: Extended warranty plans for Ram owners include unique benefits such as trip interruption protection, complimentary towing, and roadside assistance, enhancing your ownership experience and peace of mind.
- Roadside Assistance: Most plans include roadside assistance, with towing and complimentary towing services provided if your vehicle cannot be driven to a dealership due to breakdown or repair.
- Trip Interruption Protection: Certain plans offer trip interruption protection, providing support and reimbursement for expenses if your trip is delayed by a covered breakdown away from home.
- Service Contract: The extended warranty is a type of service contract, offering additional protection beyond the factory warranty. Service contracts can supplement your coverage with benefits like roadside assistance, trip interruption protection, and rental car benefits.
- Regular Maintenance & Oil Changes: While service contracts cover many repairs, regular maintenance and oil changes are typically not included, so routine upkeep remains your responsibility.
- Aftermarket Parts: Coverage may be affected by the use of aftermarket parts, so check your plan details if you plan to install non-OEM components.
- Mileage Limit & Warranty Period: Be sure to review the mileage limit and warranty period of your plan, as these determine how long and how far your coverage will protect you.
- Service Contracts: Extended service contracts are available for additional peace of mind, providing repair and maintenance services beyond the original manufacturer warranty.
Maximum Care vs. Added Care Plus
| Feature | Added Care Plus | Maximum Care |
| Components Covered | 800+ | 5,000+ |
| Roadside Assistance | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Rental Car Coverage | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Trip Interruption | Optional | ✔️ |
| Electrical Components | Partial | Full |
| HVAC, Tech, Safety Systems | Partial | Full |
For drivers in Belvidere who rely on their Ram for work, travel, or family, Maximum Care is often the best value due to its broader protection and fewer exclusions.
Is It Worth It?
Absolutely—especially when you consider the cost of out-of-pocket repairs on high-tech systems, advanced 4x4 drivetrains, or diesel engines. An extended warranty offers extended protection beyond the factory warranty, providing additional coverage for your vehicle's major components. This warranty protects your vehicle by helping to cover the costs of major repairs and unexpected breakdowns. If your vehicle breaks down unexpectedly, the warranty will cover eligible repair costs, reducing your financial risk. Purchasing an extended warranty ensures your vehicle's long-term reliability and value. Ram’s Mopar extended plans help ensure:
- Predictable ownership costs
- Professional service at certified facilities
- Long-term confidence in your investment
Local Warranty Support at Kunes Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM of Belvidere
At Kunes Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM of Belvidere, we make extended warranty planning easy. You can purchase extended warranties at your local dealership or any authorized dealer, including any ram dealer or alfa romeo dealer, ensuring your coverage is recognized nationwide. Our team will help you:
- Understand your coverage options
- Compare plan pricing
- Schedule your warranty consultation
- Access exclusive offers and discounts
Please note that a vehicle inspection may be required before activating certain warranty plans to confirm eligibility and vehicle condition. When considering warranty purchases, be cautious with third party vendors and always prioritize authorized dealers for genuine coverage and seamless service.
We also provide Mopar-backed service and maintenance, so your truck stays in peak condition whether you’re driving a Ram 1500, 2500, or ProMaster.
Protect Your Ram Today
Don’t wait until something breaks. Secure long-term protection and savings by speaking with our Belvidere warranty specialists. We’ll help you choose the right Mopar Extended Warranty for your lifestyle, budget, and truck.
