Warranty Glossary

Browse key terms, definitions, and concepts to better understand warranties, service contrancts, and related documentation.

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Aftermarket Extended Warranty

An extended warranty (service contract) offered by a company other than the product's original manufacturer.

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Auto Warranty

General term for any warranty related to a vehicle, either original manufacturer or extended.

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Certificate Of Warranty

A formal document confirming the existence and key details of a warranty.

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Corporate Warranty Deed

A warranty deed transaction involving a corporation as either the seller or buyer.

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Expired Warranty

Signifies the warranty coverage period has ended.

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Extended Auto Warranty

Purchased coverage for vehicle repairs after the original manufacturer's warranty ends; a type of service contract.

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Extended Warranty

A purchased service contract providing repair coverage after the manufacturer's original warranty has ended.

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Limited Warranty Deed

Guarantees property title only against claims originating during the seller's ownership; often synonymous with Special Warranty Deed.

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Redeem Warranty

The action of making a claim or utilizing the benefits provided by a warranty.

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Special Warranty Deed

A real estate deed guaranteeing the title only against claims arising during the seller's period of ownership.

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Statutory Warranty

Legally mandated or implied warranties ensuring basic standards like usability (merchantability), regardless of written terms.

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Statutory Warranty Deed

A warranty deed whose guarantees are defined by state law rather than explicitly detailed within the document itself.

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Vehicle Extended Warranty

A purchased service contract covering specified repair costs for a vehicle after the factory warranty expires.

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Vehicle Warranty

The guarantee provided by the manufacturer on a new vehicle, typically covering defects for a set period or mileage.

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Warranty Activation

The process, sometimes required, to officially initiate warranty coverage, possibly via registration.

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Warranty Agreement Format

The organizational structure and layout of clauses within a formal warranty contract document.

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Warranty And Maintenance Booklet

A combined guide detailing both warranty information and the required maintenance schedule for a product.

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Warranty Badge

A visual icon used on products or marketing to indicate the presence and sometimes duration of a warranty.

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Warranty Bill

An unclear term; could mean an invoice for a purchased warranty or documentation proving purchase date.

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Warranty Booklet

A printed guide accompanying a product, detailing the manufacturer's warranty terms and claim procedures.

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Warranty Brochure

Marketing material describing the features and benefits of a warranty plan.

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Warranty Card Format

The layout and information fields typically present on a physical warranty registration or information card.

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Warranty Certificate

Documentation providing proof of warranty coverage and outlining its basic terms, duration, and covered item.

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Warranty Claim

A formal request made to the warrantor for service (repair, replacement, refund) under the warranty's terms when a covered item fails.

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Warranty Cost

The price paid to acquire an extended warranty or service contract.

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Warranty Deed

A real estate deed where the seller guarantees clear title and the right to sell, promising to defend the title against future claims.

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Warranty Deed Document

The actual legal instrument (paper or electronic file) constituting the Warranty Deed.

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Warranty Deed In Lieu Of Foreclosure

Voluntarily transferring property title to a lender via a warranty deed to avoid a formal foreclosure process.

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Warranty Deed Transfer

The legal process of conveying property ownership using a Warranty Deed.

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Warranty Deed With Right Of Survivorship

A property deed providing title guarantees and automatic ownership transfer to surviving co-owners upon an owner's death.

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Warranty Expired

The status indicating the warranty's effective time limit has passed, ending the coverage.

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Warranty Extension

Lengthening the coverage period of an original manufacturer's warranty, typically initiated before it expires.

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Warranty Format

The structure and presentation style of warranty information within documents like certificates or manuals.

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Warranty Format Letter

A structured template for composing letters related to warranty matters, such as claims or inquiries.

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Warranty Guidelines

Instructions or rules outlining procedures for warranty claims or servicing.

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Warranty Issue

Any problem, dispute, or question arising concerning a warranty's coverage or application.

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Warranty Lapse

The premature termination or voiding of warranty coverage due to non-compliance with specified conditions (e.g., lack of maintenance).

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Warranty Notice

Formal communication regarding a warranty, such as an expiration reminder or dispute notification.

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Warranty Number

A unique identifier assigned to a specific warranty contract or registration for tracking purposes.

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Warranty Obligation

The duties the warrantor must fulfill under the warranty agreement, such as repair or replacement.

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Warranty Of A Product

A seller's or manufacturer's assurance regarding the condition, quality, or performance of a sold item.

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Warranty Period

The specific duration for which the warranty coverage remains effective.

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Warranty Plans

Different available tiers or options for warranty coverage, often varying in scope and cost, particularly for extended warranties.

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Warranty Protection

The security or coverage benefit provided by a warranty against specified failures or defects.

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Warranty Quote

An estimated price provided for the purchase of an extended warranty or service plan.

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Warranty Renewal

Purchasing an additional coverage term for an existing extended warranty or service contract nearing expiration.

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Warranty Repair

Service performed to correct a defect or malfunction on an item covered by an active warranty, usually at no cost to the owner.

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Warranty Survivorship Deed

Likely refers to a Warranty Deed with Right of Survivorship.

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Warranty Template

A pre-designed document structure used to create standardized warranty statements or certificates.

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Warranty Terms

The detailed conditions, limitations, exclusions, and obligations specified within a warranty agreement.

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Warranty Tracker

A system or tool (like an app or spreadsheet) for managing details of multiple warranties, such as expiry dates.