Ram Extends 10-Year/100,000-Mile Powertrain Warranty to 2026 Models
Key Points
- Ram is extending its 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty to include all 2026 models.
- The brand is continuing to offer the warranty as most of its customers have loan terms that exceed five years.
Ram made a pretty big commitment to its customers in mid-2025 when it announced it was going to offer a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty on every model it sold. The warranty was the best in the industry, eclipsing rival Ford and GM’s five-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranties. Unfortunately, the warranty was not meant to be long for this world. Ram said it would only run for buyers through Jan. 2, meaning any vehicle purchased after that date wouldn’t get the warranty.
If you’re beating yourself up for missing the opportunity, you’re in luck: Ram has announced the warranty will now be available for all 2026 models.
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You Can Thank Long Loan Terms for the Extension
The brand says that the warranty, which covers all model-year ‘26 pickup trucks and vans, even covers performance and workhorse models like the 1500 RHO, 2500 Power Wagon and all chassis cabs. The reason for the warranty extension is interesting and also a nod to how expensive vehicles have gotten: Ram knows most of its buyers are having to extend their loans to make them more affordable, so it’s offering shoppers longer warranty coverage. Ram says “80% of new truck loans now exceed five years.”
If this warranty makes you want to run down to a Ram dealer to pick one up, there are a few things about it that should be noted before you sign on the dotted line. First, the warranty only covers major drivetrain components, including the engine, transmission, transfer case, driveshafts, differentials and axles. Second, the warranty only expires after 10 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. Finally, it doesn’t transfer to the second owner of the vehicle in the event that it’s sold, and it’s not available to fleet buyers, either.
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