Are Lift Kits Covered Under Your Truck’s Extended Warranty? Key Info for Lifted Trucks

For truck enthusiasts who love modifying their rides with lift kits, understanding how these modifications affect warranty coverage is essential. Lift kits can dramatically change the look, feel, and performance of a truck, but they can also impact coverage provided by both factory and extended warranties.

In this post, we’ll explore what you need to know about lifted truck warranty coverage, including exclusions, how modifications like lift kits affect your warranty, and how Noble Quote's Lifted Option can still protect your investment.

What is a Lift Kit?

A lift kit is an aftermarket modification that raises the height of a truck. There are two main types of lift kits:

• Suspension Lift Kits: Increases the distance between the vehicle's axles and chassis, providing better off-road capability and a more rugged look.
• Body Lift Kits: Raises the truck's body off the frame, enhancing appearance without altering suspension geometry.

While these kits improve your truck’s off-road performance and style, they can also raise questions about your warranty coverage. If you’re considering a lift, it’s important to understand the impact on your truck's warranty claims and coverage options.

Will Installing a Lift Kit Void My Warranty?

One of the most common concerns among truck owners is: "Does a lift kit void my truck's warranty?"

In general, a lift kit installation does not automatically void your entire warranty, but it may affect specific components of your coverage. Factory warranties often exclude coverage for failures caused by non-factory modifications, such as lift kits. This means if the lift affects your truck’s suspension, steering, or other systems, repairs might not be covered.

At Noble Quote, our standard coverage excludes lift kits and any damage related to modifications beyond factory specifications. However, we offer a Lifted Option, which allows trucks with suspension or body lifts up to 6 inches to still be covered. This option provides peace of mind to lifted truck owners, ensuring they can maintain warranty protection for many critical components.

The Lifted Option: Coverage for Modified Trucks

Noble Quote recognizes that many truck owners want to modify their vehicles without losing warranty protection. That’s why we offer a Lift Kit Warranty Option, which provides coverage for trucks with modifications within certain limits.

Here’s what you need to know about our Lifted Option:

• Lift Kit Coverage: While the lift kit itself is excluded from coverage, trucks with body or suspension lifts up to 6 inches are eligible for warranty protection under this option.
• Tire Size Limits: Modifications to tire size are allowed, but the increase cannot exceed six percent in overall diameter compared to the manufacturer’s original specifications.
• Exclusion of Aftermarket Parts: Any damage caused by the lift kit or other aftermarket modifications (beyond the approved limits) is not covered.

This option helps ensure that truck owners with modified vehicles can still enjoy extended warranty benefits for components like the engine, transmission, and electronics, without voiding coverage due to the lift.

Factory Warranty vs. Extended Warranty for Lifted Trucks

It’s essential to understand the difference between your truck’s factory warranty and an extended warranty when making modifications like adding a lift kit.

1. Factory Warranty: Most factory warranties offer coverage for a limited time (e.g., 3 years/36,000 miles) for various parts of your truck, including a bumper-to-bumper warranty and a powertrain warranty. However, modifications such as lift kits often void parts of this coverage.
2. Extended Warranty: After your factory warranty expires, an extended warranty can offer ongoing protection for your truck. Noble Quote's Lifted Option is designed specifically for trucks with modifications, so you can extend coverage for vital components like the engine, drivetrain, and electrical systems.

Choosing an extended warranty with a Lifted Option ensures that, while your lift kit may not be covered, other essential parts of your truck remain protected.

How Do Lift Kits Affect Warranty Coverage?

Lift kits can impact various aspects of your warranty coverage, especially if the modification affects specific components:

• Suspension and Steering: Lift kits directly alter the suspension and steering system. Any issues related to these systems may be excluded from coverage unless your truck is within the approved lift limits (up to 6 inches under the Lifted Option).
• Brakes and Tires: Larger tires and additional strain on the braking system caused by lift kits could lead to exclusions from warranty coverage.

However, Noble Quote's Lifted Option allows for some modifications without voiding coverage, provided the lift height and tire size stay within the approved limits.

Tips for Maintaining Warranty Coverage on Lifted Trucks

To keep your lifted truck protected under warranty, here are a few tips:

1. Adhere to Lift Limits: If you opt for a lift kit, ensure that the lift doesn’t exceed the 6-inch limit for body or suspension lifts. This ensures you stay within the guidelines of NobleQuote’s Lifted Option coverage.
2. Monitor Tire Size: Keep your tire size modifications within the approved six percent increase over the manufacturer’s specifications. Exceeding this can void certain areas of coverage.
3. Keep Records: Document all modifications, repairs, and maintenance. This can be crucial when filing a warranty claim.
4. Use Quality Parts: High-quality lift kits and professional installation can minimize the risk of future issues that might be excluded from warranty claims.

5. Stay on Top of Maintenance: Regular maintenance is critical to preserving your truck’s performance and preventing issues that might lead to warranty exclusions.

    

Get Coverage for Your Lifted Truck with Noble Quote

If you’re considering lifting your truck, protect it with Noble Quote’s Lifted Option, which provides coverage for trucks with lifts of up to six inches. While the lift kit itself isn’t covered, our extended warranty ensures that vital factory-installed components, such as the engine, transmission, and electrical systems, are still protected.

Don’t let modifications leave your truck unprotected. Visit Noble Quote today to get a quote for your lifted truck and learn more about our warranty options that fit your needs!