Legally reviewed by: Jessica Anvar Stotz, JD, MBA
A warranty serves as a promise from the manufacturer, ensuring that your vehicle is free from defects and will perform optimally for a certain period of time.
It provides peace of mind, knowing that if something goes wrong due to a manufacturing defect, the cost of repairs will be covered. This guide will walk you through the specifics of the GMC warranty for 2023 models, helping you understand what is covered, what isn’t, and how to get the most out of your warranty.
| Warranty Type | Coverage Duration | Coverage Details |
| Bumper to Bumper | 3 years or 36,000 miles | Covers the whole vehicle, including parts and labor |
| Powertrain | 5 years or 60,000 miles | Covers systems and components of the powertrain |
| Emissions | 2 years or 24,000 miles (certain components: 8 years or 80,000 miles) | Covers components related to emissions |
| Corrosion | 3 years or 36,000 miles | Covers all body and sheet metal components against corrosion |
| Restraint Systems | 6 years or 72,000 miles | Covers repair or replacement of seatbelt or airbag systems |
| Rust-Through | 6 years or 100,000 miles | Covers all rusted-through body and sheet metal components |
| Electric Vehicle | 8 years or 100,000 miles | Provides coverage for up to 1,500 parts |
GMC New Car Warranty: What’s covered?
A GMC factory warranty includes the bumper-to-bumper limited warranty, the powertrain limited warranty, emissions-related coverage, as well as corrosion/rust-through coverage. Here’s a summary of the coverage provided under the GMC manufacturer warranty:
GMC Bumper to Bumper Warranty
This warranty provides coverage for the whole vehicle, encompassing parts and labor, to correct any faults in materials or workmanship for a period of 3 years or 36,000 miles, depending on which milestone is reached first.
GMC Powertrain Warranty
This warranty covers the systems and components of the powertrain such as the engine, transmission, and drive systems. The duration of this warranty is typically 5 years or 60,000 miles.
GMC Emissions Warranty
For light-duty cars or trucks, components related to emissions are covered under warranty for either 2 years or 24,000 miles, depending on which limit is reached first. Certain specific emissions-related components have a warranty period of 8 years or 80,000 miles, again subject to whichever limit is reached first.
GMC Corrosion Warranty
This specific warranty provides coverage for all body and sheet metal components against corrosion. The coverage typically lasts for 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first.
GMC Restraint Systems Warranty
This warranty covers the repair or replacement of any seatbelt or airbag system supplied by General Motors that has flaws in materials or workmanship. The coverage lasts for either 6 years or 72,000 miles, depending on which limit is reached first.
GMC Rust-Through Warranty
The GMC frame rust warranty covers all rusted-through body and sheet metal components for the standard six years or 100,000 miles.
GMC Electric Vehicle Warranty
The GMC EV Protection Plan it provides coverage for up to 8 years or 100,000 miles, on up to 1,500 parts. Please note that these warranties are fully transferable to new owners.
What is NOT covered under the GMC Manufacturer Warranty?
The GMC Manufacturer Warranty does not cover the following:
- Damage resulting from these elements is not included in the warranty coverage.
- Wear-and-tear parts: Components such as brake pads, windshield wipers, and batteries are not covered under the warranty.
- Environmental damages: The warranty does not cover damage from hail, floods, or other environmental conditions.
- Damage due to bedliners, collision, fire, theft, freezing, vandalism, or objects striking the vehicle: These types of damages are typically covered by car insurance, not the manufacturer’s warranty.
Please refer to the warranty manual for a full list of what is and what is not covered. Other exclusions may apply.
What is covered under the GMC CPO Warranty?
The GMC Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Warranty provides the following coverage:
- CPO Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty: This warranty is for 12 months or 12,000 miles, whichever comes first. It is fully transferable with a $0 deductible. This is in addition to any remaining original factory Bumper-to-Bumper warranty.
- CPO Powertrain Limited Warranty: This warranty extends the original 5-year or 60,000-mile powertrain warranty to 6 years or 100,000 miles, calculated from the vehicle’s original in-service date. There is a $0 deductible for warrantable repairs that are required as a result of defects due to material and/or workmanship to the powertrain components.
- CPO Scheduled Maintenance Program: All Certified Pre-Owned Chevrolet, Buick, and GMC vehicles come with the CPO Scheduled Maintenance Program. It provides peace of mind by covering the following routine maintenance services:
- Oil and Oil Filter Changes
- Tire Rotations
- Multi-Point Vehicle Inspections
Please note that items that are normally considered “Maintenance and Wear” are excluded from warranty coverage. For a full list of what is and what is not covered, you should refer to the CPO Owner’s Guide.
What is a GMC Extended Warranty?
A GMC Extended Warranty, also known as the GMC Protection Plan, is an optional coverage plan that you can purchase in addition to your vehicle’s manufacturer’s warranty. It offers comprehensive coverage endorsed by GMC and backed by General Motors. Key features of the GMC Extended Warranty include:
- Three coverage options: Powertrain, Silver, and Platinum.
- Depending on the plan you choose, your vehicle could be covered for as many as 1,500 parts.
- The Plan coverage runs concurrently with any relevant manufacturer warranties.
This extended warranty helps protect your investment by covering unexpected repairs that can be costly.
GMC Warranty Customer Service Information
If you have any questions or need assistance with your GMC Warranty, you can reach out to GMC’s customer service through the following channels:
| Contact Method | Details |
| Phone | Call GMC’s Warranty customer service at 1-800-462-8782. For the hearing and speech impaired, call the Telecommunication Relay service at 711. |
| Hours of Operation | Monday – Saturday: 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. (EST). Sunday: Closed. |
| Online Messaging | Reach out to GMC’s customer service via messaging. Use the ‘message us’ button at the bottom of the page on their website. The messaging service is available from Sunday to Saturday, 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. EST. |
Please note that these contact details are subject to change. Always check the website for the most current information.
GMC Latest Vehicles Line Up
GMC is a division of the American automotive manufacturer, General Motors. GMC is known for making trucks and utility vehicles. GMC currently manufacturers pickup trucks, SUVs, vans, and light-duty trucks. Some of their recent vehicles include:
| TYPE | MODEL | AVERAGE PRICE |
| SUV | Terrain | Approximately $29,000 |
| SUV | Acadia | Approximately $37,000 |
| SUV | Yukon | Approximately $58,000 |
| SUV | Yukon XL | Approximately $65,000 |
| SUV | Hummer EV | Approximately $98,000 |
| Truck | Canyon | Approximately $36,000 |
| Truck | Sierra | Approximately $70,000 |
| Truck | Hummer EV Pickup | Approximately $97,000 |
| Vans | Savana Cargo | Approximately $40,000 |
| Vans | Savana Passenger | Approximately $42,000 |
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