This article’s writing was assisted by Claude AI
Below is a summary of your 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe warranty coverage and how long your coverage lasts. At the bottom of this article is the full 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe warranty PDF, if you wish to explore further.
Warranty durations listed below are in terms of the vehicle’s mileage or age. If a type of coverage is valid for three years or 36,000 miles, coverage lasts until the vehicle reaches 36,000 miles or until it’s three years old, whichever occurs first.
For more information about Auto Warranties, you can check out this directory containing everything you need to know about Auto Warranties arranged by system.
Here are the warranty durations for the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe:
| Warranty | Duration |
| Basic | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Powertrain | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Corrosion Perforation | 6 years/100,000 miles |
| Air Conditioning | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Battery | 1 year/12,000 miles |
| Federal Emissions | 2 years/24,000 miles |
| California Emissions | 3 years/50,000 miles |
If you need more detailed information about the warranties covered in this article, you can find the link to the original factory warranty PDF towards the end of this article. Alternatively, you can review the frequently asked questions (FAQs) section at the very bottom of the article which provides more warranty details. Please refer to the warranty PDF link if you would like to view the complete and official warranty terms from Chevrolet.
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe Factory Warranty 
The following warranties from the original 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe factory warranty have expired due to exceeding either the time or mileage limits:
- Basic/New Vehicle Limited Warranty – This expired in 2006 or at 36,000 miles.
- Powertrain Warranty – This also expired in 2006 or at 36,000 miles.
- Air Conditioning Warranty – Expired in 2006 or at 36,000 miles.
- Battery Warranty – Expired in 2004 or at 12,000 miles.
- Federal Emissions Warranty – Expired in 2005 or at 24,000 miles.
If you are confused about what each of the warranties covers for the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe, I recommend checking out our article “The Ultimate Guide to Car Warranties.” This guide explains in detail what is covered under the Basic, Powertrain, Corrosion Perforation, Air Conditioning, Paint, Battery, Tire, Federal Emissions, and California Emissions warranties that are part of the factory warranty offered by Chevrolet.
The factory warranty is the comprehensive warranty provided by Chevrolet on new vehicles. Our article breaks down each component, what is covered, duration, and other key details. Understanding the ins and outs of factory warranties can help you make informed decisions about purchasing extended warranties and knowing your rights as a consumer. Check out “The Ultimate Guide to Car Warranties” for a deeper dive into factory warranties.
Basic Warranty
The basic warranty, also known as the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, does not cover damage caused by accidents, misuse, alterations, lack of maintenance, and environmental factors. It also does not cover normal wear and tear items like brake pads, wiper inserts, and filters.
The basic warranty for the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe expired in 2006 or at 36,000 miles, whichever came first. Since we are currently in the year 2023, the basic warranty coverage has expired and any issues arising now would not be covered.
Powertrain Warranty
The powertrain warranty covers the engine, transmission, drive axles, and other components that generate and deliver power to the wheels. This includes the engine, transmission/transaxle, transfer case, drive shafts, differentials, and final drive components.
The powertrain warranty for the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe expired in 2006 or at 36,000 miles, whichever came first. Since it is now past the year 2006, the powertrain warranty coverage has expired and any powertrain-related issues would need to be repaired outside of the original factory warranty.
Corrosion Perforation Warranty
The rust perforation limited warranty covers sheet metal panels against corrosion and rust-through. It warrants that body sheet metal panels are free of rust-through (actual holes in the sheet metal) for up to 6 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first.
For the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe, the rust perforation limited warranty coverage expired in 2009, 6 years after the vehicle was first sold. Since it has been well over 6 years since the original sale date, the rust perforation limited warranty coverage has expired and any rust-related issues would need to be repaired outside of the original factory warranty.
Air Conditioning Warranty
The air conditioning warranty covers the major components that make up the A/C system against defects in materials and workmanship. This includes the compressor, condenser, evaporator, and factory-installed refrigerant lines.
For the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe, the air conditioning warranty coverage expired in 2006 or at 36,000 miles, whichever came first. Given that it is now past the year 2006, the air conditioning warranty has expired and any issues with the A/C system would need to be repaired outside of the original factory warranty coverage.
Battery Warranty
The battery warranty covers the original factory-installed battery against defects in materials and workmanship. It does not cover damage from improper maintenance, abuse, neglect, alterations, accidents, or environmental conditions.
The battery warranty for the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe was 1 year/12,000 miles, whichever came first. Given that it is now 2023, well past 1 year from the original purchase date, the battery warranty has expired and any battery issues would need to be repaired outside of the original new vehicle limited warranty coverage.
Tire Warranty
The tire warranty covers the original tires supplied with the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe against defects in materials and workmanship. It does not cover damage from road hazards, punctures, improper inflation, spinning, tire chains, racing, misuse, negligence, alterations, and environmental conditions.
The tire warranty expires at the same time as the new vehicle limited warranty, which was 3 years/36,000 miles on the 2003 Tahoe. Therefore, the tire warranty expired in 2006 or at 36,000 miles, whichever came first. Given that it is now 2023, the original tire warranty has been expired for more than 15 years. Any tire issues would need to be addressed under a separate tire manufacturer’s warranty if still applicable.
Federal Emissions Warranty
The federal emissions warranty covers the vehicle’s emissions control systems against defects in materials and workmanship that would cause it to fail an EPA-approved inspection and maintenance test. It does not cover conditions caused by tampering, abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, or use of improper fuel and fluids.
For the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe, the federal emissions warranty expired in 2005 or at 24,000 miles, whichever came first. Given that it is now 2023, the federal emissions warranty has been expired for more than 17 years on this vehicle. Any emissions control system issues would need to be repaired outside of the original factory warranty coverage.
The Clean Air Act
The Clean Air Act requires vehicle manufacturers to warrant emissions control components for the first 2 years or 24,000 miles of vehicle use, whichever comes first.
For the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe discussed in the warranty document, the Clean Air Act emissions warranty would have expired in 2005 or at 24,000 miles based on the 2-year/24,000-mile limit.
Since it is now 2023, the Clean Air Act emissions warranty on this vehicle has been expired for over 17 years. However, under the Clean Air Act, certain emissions-related parts like the catalytic converter and engine control module are covered for 8 years/80,000 miles on most vehicles. So while the main emissions warranty is expired, some components may still be covered on this 2003 Tahoe depending on the mileage.
California Emissions Warranty
The California emissions warranty covers repairs to emission control parts such as the catalytic converter, engine computer, oxygen sensors, and fuel injection system if they are defective. It does not cover damage from accidents, misuse, or lack of proper maintenance.
The California emissions warranty coverage was for 3 years/50,000 miles, whichever came first. Since the vehicle is now 20 years old, the 3-year time limit for the California emissions warranty has been exceeded. Therefore, the California emissions warranty that came with the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe expired in 2006 and is no longer valid.
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued several recalls in 2003 that affected the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. These included recalls for seat belt routing, brake valve compliance, rear door upper hinge welds, and running boards overheating.
The seat belt recall was to modify the routing for proper fit, especially for smaller occupants. The brake valve recall was to replace a valve that could require more brake pedal effort. The rear door hinge weld recall was to inspect welds and install bolts if needed for vehicle structure integrity. The running board recall was to replace wiring due to potential overheating and fire risk. Owners were notified and dealers provided remedies for these recalls to improve safety for the affected vehicles.
Extended Warranties
Extended Warranty Available Upon Car Purchase
When purchasing a new 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe, the manufacturer likely offered an extended warranty called the GM Protection Plan. This extended warranty provides additional coverage beyond the standard factory warranty for the engine, transmission, electrical, and other major components. The extended warranty protects against expensive repairs after the original 3-year/36,000-mile basic and powertrain warranties expire.
To find out if an extended warranty exists on a vehicle, the best approach is to contact the manufacturer’s customer service number listed in the owner’s manual. They can check the VIN number to see if an extended warranty is on record.
Extended warranties, sometimes called vehicle service contracts, can be purchased when a vehicle is new to continue coverages beyond the initial manufacturer’s warranty period, which for most vehicles is 3 years/36,000 miles, whichever comes first.
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2003 Chevrolet Tahoe Warranty Brochure/Booklet
If you want a more comprehensive look at the warranty coverage that has expired and what coverage may still be available, you can read {Make}’s warranty booklet. It provides detailed information about coverage, including exclusions.
Click here to download and read the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe warranty brochure.
FAQs
What is not covered by the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe warranty?
Based on the 2003 Chevrolet warranty booklet provided, there are several things not covered by the Chevrolet New Vehicle Limited Warranty:
- Damage from accidents, misuse, or lack of maintenance
- Damage from the environment, chemicals, or aftermarket products
- Damage from improper or dirty fuels and lubricants
- Extra expenses like rental cars, lodging, loss of time/pay
- Maintenance items like wiper blades, filters, brake pads
- Tire wear or damage from road hazards
The Chevrolet New Vehicle Limited Warranty covers the entire vehicle for 3 years/36,000 miles, whichever comes first, except for other specific coverages listed in the booklet. So any of the above exclusions would not be covered during that 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty period.
Does the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe warranty cover parts and labor?
Warranty repairs covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, including parts and labor, will be made at no charge during the warranty period. The bumper-to-bumper coverage is for 3 years/36,000 miles, whichever comes first.
The warranty booklet does not indicate if an extended warranty was purchased when this 2003 Chevrolet was originally sold. Extended warranties, also called vehicle service contracts, can sometimes be purchased from the manufacturer or third-party providers after the initial purchase of a vehicle, to extend coverages beyond the original warranty period. Eligibility would depend on factors like the vehicle’s age and mileage at the time of extended warranty purchase.
Does the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe Cover Replacement Exhaust Components?
The 2003 Chevrolet warranty booklet does not specifically mention coverage for exhaust components. It states the warranty covers repairs to correct any vehicle defect related to materials or workmanship occurring during the warranty period.
For vehicles certified for sale in California, the exhaust manifold is covered for 7 years/70,000 miles under the emissions warranty. Other exhaust components are covered if located between the catalytic converter and the exhaust manifold.
Based on the original delivery date of June 3, 2002, shown in this warranty booklet, the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage of 3 years/36,000 miles has expired, as has the 7-year/70,000 mile California emissions coverage for the exhaust manifold. The mileage at the original delivery was not provided to determine if the mileage limits were exceeded.
Can you add an extended warranty after purchase on a 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe?
No, it is not possible to purchase an extended warranty for a 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe at this time based on the warranty information provided in the owner’s manual. Here are the key reasons:
The new vehicle limited warranty coverage for the 2003 Tahoe was 3 years/36,000 miles, whichever came first. This coverage has expired, as the vehicle is now 20 years old.
The manual states that extended warranty plans can only be purchased “within specific time/mileage limitations” while the new vehicle limited warranty is still active.
It specifies that extended service contracts must have the GM Protection Plan emblem to be valid GM extended warranties. An aftermarket warranty purchased now would not meet this.
Eligibility is limited to new vehicles still in dealer inventory within certain mileage restrictions. A previously owned 2003 model does not qualify.
The booklet notes that extended warranties must be purchased within the original new vehicle warranty timeframe and mileage limits, which have long passed.
Resources
- General Motors Corporation. (2002). 2003 Chevrolet warranty and owner assistance information. Retrieved from https://my.gm.com/content/dam/gmownercenter/gmna/dynamic/manuals/2003/chevrolet/tahoe/2003_chevrolet_tahoe_warranty.pdf
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (2007, December 17). 07E106000 replacement wheel hub assemblies: Recall report. https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2003/CHEVROLET/TAHOE/4%252520DR#recalls
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (2006, May 19). 06E043000 aftermarket fuel filters/fuel leak: Recall report. https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2003/CHEVROLET/TAHOE/4%252520DR#recalls
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (2006, March 23). 06E026000 FMVSS 108/amber side reflex reflectors: Recall report. https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2003/CHEVROLET/TAHOE/4%252520DR#recalls
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (2005, April 22). 05V163000 seat belt routing: Recall report. https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2003/CHEVROLET/TAHOE/4%252520DR#recalls
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (2004, February 4). 04V045000 GM/FMVSS 135/brake valve: Recall report. https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2003/CHEVROLET/TAHOE/4%252520DR#recalls
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (2003, March 7). 03V094000 Southern comfort/running boards: Recall report. https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2003/CHEVROLET/TAHOE/4%252520DR#recalls
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (2003, February 6). 03V037000 GM/FMVSS 214/rear door upper hinge welds: Recall report. https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2003/CHEVROLET/TAHOE/4%252520DR#recalls
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