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About First Extended Service Corporation
First Extended Service offers four auto warranty plans with coverage ranging from basic powertrain to exclusionary. First Extended Service has warranties offering up to 12 years or 200,000 miles of coverage. You can receive coverage in all 50 U.S. states and Canada. First Extended Service auto warranties are transferable.
Pros & Cons
- Available in every state and Canada
- Long coverage options
- Transferable plans
- Owner must cover maintenance
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Read full reviewWhat is First Extended Service?
First Extended Service is a car warranty company with four different vehicle service contract options. If your car has to undergo a repair for a component covered by your warranty, First Extended Service pays for the repair, minus a deductible. Typical deductibles range from $50 to $100.
First Extended Service cost
First Extended Service has no prices listed online. However, the average car warranty in the U.S. costs from $350 to $750 a year, so if you get a quote from First Extended Service, you can use this number as a benchmark. Compare First Extended Service’s Powertrain plan costs to the lower end of this average range and its Comprehensive plan costs to the higher end.
First Extended Service plans
First Extended Service has four car warranty plans. Certain details of the plans are customizable — you have some choice over the plan’s length of coverage and the deductible. The most basic plan is called Powertrain, while the Comprehensive plan offers the most coverage.
- Powertrain plan
- The Powertrain plan offers First Extended Service’s most basic coverage. It covers:
- Special hybrid/electric vehicle components
- Engine
- Transmission
- Front-wheel drive
- Rear-wheel drive
- Base plan
- The Base plan is a step up in coverage. It includes everything in the Powertrain plan plus:
- Steering
- Front and rear suspension
- Brakes
- Seals and gaskets
- Electrical
- Air conditioning
- High-tech plan
- The High-tech plan is the company’s second-most comprehensive plan. It covers everything in the Base plan plus:
- Specific high-tech items, such as anti-lock brake systems and power seat motors
- Miscellaneous items like heated back glass, radiator, radiator fan and fuel tank
- Comprehensive plan
- True to its name, the Comprehensive plan covers the most components of any First Extended Service car warranty. In addition to everything in the High-Tech plan, the Comprehensive plan covers:
- Convenience items like cigarette lighters, auxiliary power points and glove box lamps
- Entertainment systems
- Safety and security systems
- Additional miscellaneous items, such as outside mirror remote adjuster
First Extended Service coverage
To maintain coverage under First Extended Service, you must perform routine maintenance as outlined in the contract. This includes recurring tasks that First Extended Service isn’t responsible for, such as oil changes.
For repairs covered by your plan, it's fine if the dealer that sold you the vehicle cannot fix the problem. Your program administrator can make a payment to another car repair facility.
Some car warranty companies limit the number of covered repairs or how many claims can be made. With First Extended Service, there isn’t a limit. Every plan with First Extended Service is transferable, and it offers coverage in all 50 U.S. states and Canada.
First Extended Service benefits
First Extended Service car warranties come with benefits in addition to coverage for car part breakdowns. These benefits include:
- Rental reimbursement: If your car is in the shop and you need a rental, you can receive up to $35 a day for five days maximum.
- Roadside assistance: Service is available for towing, flat tires, lockouts and dead batteries. You can also get roadside water, fluid, oil and fuel delivery. The company pays up to $100 for covered emergencies.
- Travel interruption reimbursement: If a road trip is interrupted due to vehicle breakdown and you pay for unexpected food and lodging, First Extended Service can help. It provides up to $200 per day for five days to cover expenses. This only applies if you are 100 miles or more from home.
First Extended Service FAQ
What does First Extended Service cover?
First Extended Service coverage varies based on which of the four plans you choose. The most basic Powertrain plan covers just the engine, transmission, front-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive system and special hybrid and electric vehicle components. The Comprehensive plan covers just about everything besides what car insurance covers.
Where is First Extended Service available?
First Extended Service has coverage across all 50 U.S. states and Canada.
Can I transfer ownership of my First Extended Service car warranty?
Yes. If you sell your vehicle, you can transfer the warranty to a new owner so it stays with the same car.
Do we recommend First Extended Service?
First Extended Service offers four tiers of coverage to fit the needs of vehicle owners, but consumer reviews mention trouble getting First Extended Service to cover claims. This gives us pause in recommending them. It’s best to compare rates from several car warranty companies and find one with more positive consumer reviews, especially regarding the claims process.
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First Extended Service Corporation Company Information
- Company Name:
- First Extended Service
- Country:
- United States
- Website:
- www.assurant.com