Honda Manufacturer Certified Program Information

With a solid reputation for styling, performance, safety and value,
a Honda Certified Used Car is truly a great opportunity.

The Honda certification process includes an exhaustive 150-point mechanical and appearance inspection to ensure that each vehicle meets the highest possible standards. Plus, all Honda Certified Used Cars come with a 7-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty and a 12-month/12,000-mile non-powertrain warranty. With all this, it's no wonder IntelliChoice. has named the Honda Certified Used Car Program "Best in its Class" for five years running. Dependability, quality and value. Make the smart choice, and find a Certified Honda that's right for you.

Why is Honda's Certified Used Cars Program the Best in its Class?
Every Honda built is a product of innovative engineering and quality manufacturing. Only well-maintained, late-model Hondas are eligible for certification. The Honda certification process includes an exhaustive 150-point mechanical and appearance inspection to ensure that each vehicle meets Honda Certified Used Cars standards. Honda-trained technicians scrutinize all major vehicle systems, including brakes, engine, drivetrain, steering, suspension, tires, wheels, exhaust system and vehicle interior and exterior.

The Honda reconditioning process includes up to date scheduled maintenance services. In addition Honda reconditions any component that does not meet standards or replaces it with Genuine Honda parts.

Honda takes pride in each step of the certification process so you'll be completely satisfied with your Honda Certified Used Car.

Honda dealers perform a history check to make sure that a "lemon" or salvaged vehicle will not be registered as a Honda Certified Used Car. Utilizing the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Vehicle History Reports (VHRs) can also verify the following:

  • That the correct mileage is on the odometer
  • The emissions readings over the life of the car
  • That the car was never stolen
A copy of each car's Vehicle History Report will be kept at the Honda dealership and will be available for you to see.

What is Covered ?
Major engine and transmission components, except for standard maintenance items, body glass and interior.

Honda will repair or replace any covered part that is defective in material or workmanship under normal use. There is a $0 deductible, and the following major systems/components are covered: Powertrain
Covered for 7 years or 100,000 miles (whichever comes first) from the vehicle's original in-service date.

  • Engine
  • Drive System
  • Transmission
Non-Powertrain Equipment
Covered for 12 months or 12,000 miles (whichever comes first) from the original warranty expiration date or, if the original warranty has expired, from the Honda Certified Used Cars purchase date.

  • Brakes
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Electrical
  • Air Conditioning
  • Doors
  • Heating and Cooling
  • Fuel System
  • Switches
  • Audio Repairs (Honda audio systems only)
  • Sensors
If the new-car limited warranty has already expired upon delivery, the 12-month/12,000-mile coverage starts on the day you buy or lease the car.

For the most detailed and up-to-date information on this manufacturer's certified program, please visit http://www.honda.com.