About Certified

HOW CERTIFIED PROTECTS YOU

When you purchase an Acura Certified Pre-Owned vehicle, you can expect the same uncompromising standards of a brand-new Acura. All vehicles are under six years old with less than 80,000 miles and have a 12-month/12,000-mile Certified Limited Warranty. Each vehicle must also pass a 150-point vehicle inspection and is covered by an extensive Roadside Assistance program.

CERTIFICATION PROCESS

Every vehicle must pass stringent measures before it can become a Certified Pre-Owned Acura. Only well-maintained, late-model Acura vehicles are considered, and each one must pass a comprehensive 150-point inspection and a Vehicle History Report review. Virtually every mechanical system-from the engine to the door locks-is checked and serviced to meet precise specifications, and a thorough appearance inspection scrutinizes fit and finish-inside and out-to ensure that every vehicle upholds the luxury and sophistication of the Acura name. The Acura Dealership technicians also inspect all placements of the Vehicle Identification Number to ensure that the VIN plates match. In addition, the VIN is researched for open service campaigns.

Click on the image for a visual demonstration of the 150-point vehicle certification process. Or take a quick look at the same list that is used on the vehicles themselves.

View the complete 150-point vehicle certification checklist.

A Complete Vehicle Dossier in Every Glove Box

Each Certified Pre-Owned vehicle comes with a full set of required manuals and documentation. Our inspection checklist ensures each manual is placed in the glove box or provided at delivery.

  • Owner's Manual
  • New Car Warranty Manual
  • Certified Warranty booklet
  • CARFAX Vehicle History Report (full history / title check report)
  • Copy of 150-point inspection checklist (once completed)
  • Radio security code
  • Navigation code (if applicable)
  • Maintenance Journal (2003 and newer models)

WARRANTY COVERAGE

An extended factory warranty and three-day exchange policy (where applicable) provide unparalleled peace of mind with any Acura Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle purchase. Every buyer receives a 12-month / 12,000-mile Limited Warranty plus a 7-year / 100,000-mile Powertrain Limited Warranty, and coverage is honored nationwide at all Acura dealers.

View the Acura Certified Warranty for additional details.

Warranty Coverage

  • Acura will repair or replace any part that is defective in material or workmanship under normal use.
  • All repairs or replacements under this warranty will be made free of charge with no deductible.
  • The repaired or replaced parts are covered until the Acura Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty expires.
  • See your dealer for full program details.

Start of Coverage

  • 12-month / 12,000-Mile Limited Warranty extends the new car non-powertrain coverage by 12-month / 12,000 miles (whichever comes first) and starts after new car warranty expires.
  • The 7-year / 100,000 mile Powertrain Limited Warranty starts from original date of new car warranty registration.

ADDITIONAL WARRANTY BENEFITS

(During the 12 month/12,000 mile limited warranty period)

  • 24-hour toll-free Roadside Assistance (valid in U.S. and Canada)
  • 24-hour emergency towing services
  • Computerized trip routing map services
  • Emergency fuel delivery
  • Emergency lock-out service
  • 24-hour Acura dealer locator
  • Trip-Interruption Benefits
  • Acura Concierge service (hotel referrals, trip planning, urgent message relay, etc.)

EXTENDED WARRANTY

The optional Acura Care Certified Additional Coverage provides the highest level of customer protection available. Owners should inquire about additional coverage at the time of purchase or lease of the Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle.

Eligible Vehicles

All Acura Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles

Highlights Include:

  • Coverage up to 7-year/100,000 miles (from the original Acura New Vehicle Limited Warranty in-service date).
  • Extends the same coverage provided in the Acura 12-month/12,000-mile limited warranty.
  • Acura Care Certified Additional Coverage is transferable.
  • Acura Care Certified Additional Coverage can ONLY be purchased from the dealership at the time the Acura Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle is purchased or leased.
  • Acura Customer Care Benefits after 12-month/12,000-mile limited warranty period (see Program Benefits).

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE

Acura Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles are covered by an extensive Roadside Assistance program. Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, anywhere in the U.S. or Canada.

The Roadside Assistance program covers emergency fuel delivery, battery jump start, emergency lockout assistance, flat tire change (with good spare), and if the vehicle is mechanically disabled, emergency towing to the nearest Acura dealership or qualified repair facility (Emergency towing will be provided for covered component failure anytime during the 7-year/100,000-mile Powertrain Limited Warranty period). Service is on a "sign and drive" basis at no cost to you (up to $100 per disablement).

Additional Program Benefits:

  • Computerized trip routing and map services
  • Trip interruption benefits
  • Rental reimbursement benefits
  • Hotel privileges directory
  • 24-hour Acura Dealer Locator