
X-ray viewF-150 Lightning Extended Warranty
2022-2026
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See what a Ford extended warranty from XCare covers and costs, with the common ownership risks and repair trends for Ford owners.
An XCare Ford extended warranty picks up where the factory warranty ends. Hover a model to see inside it. Each price is for one sample vehicle, driven 12,000 miles a year, with a $100 deductible.

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See Focus Electric coverageWhy coverage matters
Understanding the ownership journey beyond the factory warranty.
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Many Ford owners keep their vehicles well beyond the factory warranty, making long-term repair planning an important part of ownership.
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While routine maintenance is generally low, certain high-value components can become expensive to repair as vehicles accumulate mileage.
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Once factory coverage expires, unexpected repairs become the owner’s responsibility. Many owners explore coverage options before reaching that point.
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Ford EVs combine advanced battery systems, electronics, software, and mechanical components. Specialized coverage can help protect many of these components throughout long-term ownership.
Ford covers most of your EV for 3 years or 36,000 miles and the battery for 8 years. XCare covers what comes after, and the gaps in between. What Ford covers, and for how long. XCare runs alongside it and keeps going after it ends.
5 yrs / 60,000 mi
Ford powertrain
Up to 10 years
XCare Premium, alongside the factory warranty
XCare is new to Ford claims, so these figures cover every EV we protect, with claims paid since 2019. Claims climb once vehicles pass the factory warranty and peak between 50,000 and 70,000 miles.
4,979
Claims paid to date
$7,463,713
Total claims paid to date
$1,499
Average repair cost covered to date
In their own words: XCare members on filing a claim and getting repairs paid.
Easy to work with. Both from an end user and from Tesla's end per the Supervising tech. Called XCare gave them my list of issues, scheduled appointment via app. Took vehicle in. Tesla determined faults, sent estimate and received approval same day. Tesla did repairs. Notified XCare and received corporate CC number, remaining balance due was $100. No issues.
I was unaware that the Tesla service department in Orland Park was honoring XCARE and submitting the repair claim on my behalf. I was so happy when they said, "Don't worry, we'll take care of the paperwork." I only had to pay my deductible, and they said XCare pays us fast.
I bought an XCare warranty for my Tesla. The guys were great. Buying was easy, as expected. I had no problems with claims. Had two door issues with my Model X and both times I just emailed the claims team, sent them the invoice, and they paid. I have to admit I always have some trepidation dealing with insurance companies but they were very communicative and helpful. Good product, good people, good service.
In my case, the overall experience was great. Tesla was willing to work with me to follow the XCare process, and XCare was able to get in touch with the Tesla Service Center directly to make the payment during service hours.
I’m so appreciative Brent helped purchasing XCare after my Tesla warranty expired with my 2017 model X because there were not too many trustworthy warranty companies unless you extend Tesla warranty at Exorbitant premium when I was shopping around. More over Brent has been helping me with claims every single time , probably more than five times and if he was not available he would connect me to other representative. No other warranty company has that kind of service I cannot thank Brent enough as he was extremely professional, didn’t mind going extra miles to help me Whether I had flat tire or mechanical issues with my Tesla . If XCare offers extended warranty after 100,000 miles I’m definitely buying it. Now that there are lots of Tesla drivers out there they should consider extended warranty and I highly recommend XCare.

79% of the EV claims filed with XCare arrive after 50,000 miles, past most factory bumper-to-bumper warranties. Ford's ends at 36,000.
Why XCare
Here’s how XCare compares to traditional providers when it comes to coverage, flexibility, and real human support.
| Features | Legacy providers | |
|---|---|---|
| Coverage | Covers battery, drivetrain, electronics, more | Often excludes key EV parts like battery |
| Eligibility | Covers new & used EVs | Usually only newer vehicles |
| Benefits | Trip interruption, rental car, 24/7 roadside | Basic coverage, fewer extras |
| Towing | Up to $500 to the selling dealer or nearest qualified repair shop | Limited to authorized centers |
| Payment | One-time or payment plan. No subscription | Monthly or annual, non-refundable |
| Transferable Coverage | Included | Not included |
| Customer Support | Dedicated team of human EV experts | Chatbots, Call Centers |
Warranty guide
See what your Ford factory warranty covers, what happens when it ends, and how Ford Protect compares with XCare Premium.
Your Ford’s bumper-to-bumper warranty from Ford ends at 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. The high-voltage battery and other EV-unique components have separate coverage for 8 years or 100,000 miles. Your battery can still be under warranty when you’re responsible for a failed touchscreen, control arm, or A/C compressor.
Ford Protect and XCare Premium both offer repair coverage after the factory warranty. They differ on the high-voltage battery, where you can get a repair, and how long you can keep coverage on a used vehicle.
| Factory warranty | What it covers | When it ends |
|---|---|---|
| Bumper-to-bumper | Qualifying defects across most of the vehicle | 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first |
| Powertrain | Qualifying defects in powertrain components | 5 years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first |
| Electric vehicle unique components | Qualifying defects in components unique to electric vehicles, including the high-voltage battery, plus excessive battery capacity loss | 8 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first |
| Other limited warranties | Certain corrosion and other components | Separate terms apply |
Check your Ford Warranty Guide or ask a Ford dealer for the dates on your vehicle. The warranty issued for your vehicle controls.
| System | Factory component | XCare Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | Control arm | Included |
| Suspension | Shock absorber | Included |
| Suspension | Air suspension compressor, where equipped | Included |
| Steering | Steering rack | Included |
| Steering | Electric power steering motor | Included |
| Infotainment | Center touchscreen assembly | Included |
| Infotainment | Infotainment computer | Included |
| Infotainment | Instrument display, where equipped | Included |
| Climate | A/C compressor | Included |
| Climate | Cabin blower motor | Included |
| Charging | Onboard charger | Included |
| Charging | Vehicle charge port assembly | Included |
| Charging | Mobile connector, wall connector, and external adapters | Not included |
| Brakes | ABS control module | Included |
| Brakes | Brake pads and rotors | Not included |
| Doors and windows | Window regulator and motor | Included |
| Doors and windows | Powered liftgate motor, where equipped | Included |
| Propulsion | Drive unit | Included |
| Battery | High-voltage battery pack | Included for eligible vehicles |
| Battery | Low-voltage battery | Not included |
| Other | Tires and wheels | Not included |
| Other | Windshield and other vehicle glass | Not included |
This table shows the XCare Premium base contract. Included means the factory part is within the plan’s scope for a qualifying failure. A failed touchscreen assembly is different from cracked glass, and a failed A/C compressor is different from an excluded hose. The agreement issued for your vehicle, including state amendments, controls.
XCare does not cover cosmetic defects. That includes paint, body panels, bumpers, door seals, weather stripping, and glass.
At purchase, the vehicle must be within the current model year or the seven preceding model years, have fewer than 100,000 miles, and have a battery thermal management system. The claim must meet the contract’s battery breakdown and capacity requirements. A Ford can qualify for Premium without qualifying for high-voltage battery coverage.
If you only want battery and drive unit protection, ask about XCare Battery & Drive Unit Only.
| Ford Protect | XCare Premium | |
|---|---|---|
| Plan type | Ford Protect extended service plan, backed by Ford Motor Company | Fixed-term vehicle service contract |
| Coverage starts | New plans start from the original warranty start date. Used plans start at signing, at the current mileage | After the 30-day waiting period for a new contract |
| Coverage ends | At the earlier of plan years or miles: up to 10 years or 150,000 miles on new plans, and 6 months or 6,000 miles up to 6 years or 75,000 miles on used plans | At the expiration date, mileage limit, or liability limit in the agreement, whichever comes first |
| Used vehicle eligibility | Used plans are offered. Ask a Ford dealer about your vehicle. | Eligible vehicles can qualify after factory coverage ends, including vehicles bought from a dealer or private seller. |
| High-voltage battery | Not covered under any Ford Protect plan, per Ford’s brochure | Included in the Premium contract price for vehicles that meet battery requirements. |
The expiration mileage in an XCare quote is the odometer limit for that contract. It is separate from the mileage at which you can buy the contract and from the purchase mileage requirement for high-voltage battery coverage.
If Ford’s factory warranty should pay for a repair, start with Ford. XCare excludes costs that should be covered by a manufacturer warranty, recall, or dealer assistance program.
For example, if your Ford’s bumper-to-bumper warranty has expired but its battery warranty is still active, take a qualifying battery issue to Ford first. A failed touchscreen is a separate repair: if no Ford warranty applies, it can be evaluated under your XCare agreement.
If you plan to keep your Ford past its bumper-to-bumper warranty, check your options while it’s newer and has fewer miles. That can mean more plan options or a lower price, depending on your quote. Buying early does not change which repairs Ford is responsible for. Compare the XCare start and end dates with your remaining Ford warranties so you can see how much protection extends beyond what you already have.
| Ford Protect | XCare Premium | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford or Lincoln dealership | Allowed | Allowed, subject to claim authorization |
| Eligible independent EV repair shop | Ford’s brochure lists service at Ford and Lincoln dealerships | Allowed, subject to shop eligibility and claim authorization |
| Before repairs start | Arrange service through your dealer. | Start your claim with XCare and follow its instructions before approving repairs. |
Confirm that an independent shop can diagnose and repair the specific system, especially for high-voltage work. You may be responsible for inspection or teardown charges if the repair is not covered.
| Ford Protect | XCare Premium | |
|---|---|---|
| Roadside assistance | 24-hour roadside help, with towing up to $100 per occurrence, per Ford’s BaseCARE EV brochure | Included, subject to contract limits. |
| How to request help | Call the number in your plan. | Follow your contract’s roadside instructions. Different limits apply to dispatched service and reimbursement for service you arrange. |
XCare lists towing, portable EV charging, flat-tire changes, fluid delivery, and lockout assistance. It also provides reimbursement for qualifying meals or lodging when a covered breakdown leaves your vehicle inoperable more than 100 miles from home, subject to contract terms. A tow gets your Ford to a shop; the repair agreement determines whether the failed part is covered.
| Ford Protect | XCare Premium | |
|---|---|---|
| Plan price | Set by plan, term and miles. Ford’s brochure describes an installment payment plan | Total quoted price for the selected term and mileage |
| Deductible | Your deductible, if any, per covered repair visit | Amount and per-visit rules in the XCare agreement |
| Drive unit | See the plan’s own terms | Included in the Premium contract price. |
For one breakdown, the base contract caps payment at the lowest of the vehicle’s actual cash value just before the breakdown, the equivalent J.D. Power valuation, or the repair cost calculated using national labor and parts guides.
Across the full contract, the cap is the lowest of the vehicle’s actual cash value at sale, the equivalent J.D. Power valuation, or the vehicle sale price shown in the contract, excluding tax, title, and license fees. These caps are calculated before any applicable deductible.
Pay for XCare in full or apply to pay over time through Affirm. Affirm payments repay the purchase of a fixed-term XCare contract. Your loan payment schedule and coverage term are separate.
Affirm financing is subject to eligibility. Review the cash price, APR, payment schedule, and total amount payable. Compare plans over the same ownership period, including financing charges.
| Ford Protect | XCare Premium | |
|---|---|---|
| When coverage ends | See the plan’s own terms | On the effective cancellation date under the contract. |
| Future payments | See the plan’s own terms | Cancellation ends the service contract. If financed, check how any refund is applied and what balance remains. |
| Early refund | See the plan’s own terms | XCare publishes a full refund during the 30-day waiting period, subject to applicable contract and state terms. |
| Later refund | See the plan’s own terms | A prorated refund is available when the contract’s refund terms are met. |
| Selling the vehicle | Transferable, and a transfer fee applies | The contract determines eligibility, paperwork, deadlines, and any fee. |
Canceling XCare does not by itself settle an Affirm balance. Confirm who receives any refund and whether anything remains due. If you want the buyer to keep coverage, check transfer eligibility before canceling.
Start your claim online with the XCare claim form. You can also call 877-302-6721 before repairs begin. Have your contract number, current mileage, and a short description of the problem ready.
Once the shop identifies the failed part, the administrator reviews the diagnosis and estimate. Wait for authorization before approving the repair. If the repair is covered, you’re responsible for your deductible and any charges the agreement doesn’t cover.
Yes. Eligible vehicles can qualify after factory coverage ends, including vehicles bought from a dealer or private seller. Vehicle age, mileage, title, and use restrictions apply.
A drop in estimated range alone doesn’t establish a covered battery breakdown. Ford’s factory warranty covers excessive battery capacity loss. XCare applies its own eligibility, breakdown, and capacity terms.
No. A new contract excludes breakdowns that occurred before or during its 30-day waiting period.
No. XCare excludes routine maintenance and items such as brake pads, rotors, tires, and wheels.
No. XCare does not cover cosmetic defects of any kind, including paint, body panels, bumpers, door seals, weather stripping, and glass.
Ford’s BaseCARE EV brochure says the battery comes with the 8-year, 100,000-mile manufacturer warranty and isn’t covered under any Ford Protect plan. XCare Premium includes it for vehicles that meet the battery requirements.
Eligible new and used Fords can qualify, including vehicles purchased from a dealer or private seller. Start with your model year and current mileage. Title and vehicle use restrictions also apply. Purchase eligibility is separate from high-voltage battery eligibility and from the mileage at which coverage ends.
Enter your model year, model, and current mileage to see the XCare plans, coverage limits, and pricing available for your vehicle.
Check My Ford Coverage OptionsXCare Premium is a vehicle service contract separate from Ford’s factory warranty and service agreements. The agreement issued for your vehicle, including applicable state amendments, governs eligibility, covered failures, exclusions, deductibles, and benefits.
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