What’s Included in Your 2008 Honda Fit Warranty?

A Factory Warranty, also known as a Manufacturer’s Warranty, came with the 2008 Honda Fit. The Basic Warranty was good for three years or 36,000 miles. The compact car also came with an Emissions warranty and Powertrain Warranty among others. All of these warranties have expired.

If you own a 2008 Honda Fit, you might wonder what repairs or replacements that warranty still covers. Reviewing your warranties in detail can help you understand what is still active and what has expired. This inclusive guide will provide you with everything you need to know about your warranty coverage.

We’ll also list all the recalls that have been issued on the 2008 Honda Fit so you can keep up with important repairs or maintenance. Check out the FAQ section at the bottom to review answers to the most frequently asked questions about 2008 Honda Fit warranty coverage. We’ll also let you know where you can get coverage now.

Factory Warranty

Each warranty is measured in terms of time and mileage, expiring based on which limit you reach first. Here’s a brief overview of the 2008 Honda Fit’s warranty coverages:

2008 Honda Fit Basic Warranty

The New Vehicle Limited Warranty covered most bumper-to-bumper repairs for the 2008 Honda Fit for three years or 36,000 miles. This warranty has now expired. The warranty didn’t cover defective parts from abuse or misuse. 

The New Vehicle Limited Warranty also didn’t cover modified vehicles, odometers, or vehicles used for racing events. The New Vehicle Limited Warranty included wheel alignment and balancing for one year or 12,000 miles, but this has now expired.

2008 Honda Fit Powertrain Warranty

A Powertrain Warranty applied to the 2008 Honda Fit for five years or 60,000 miles. This warranty covered the engine, transmission and transaxle, and front-wheel-drive systems, but is expired now.

The Powertrain Warranty didn’t cover defective parts from abuse or misuse, normal wear and tear, or the replacement of expendable maintenance items.

Corrosion Perforation Warranty

The Rust Perforation Limited Warranty covered the replacement of corroded body panels on the 2008 Honda Fit for five years with no mileage limit. This warranty has now expired.

The Rust Perforation Limited Warranty didn’t cover surface rust or rusted parts besides the body panels. It also didn’t cover body panels that had been repaired or replaced previously. Rust from road hazards or vehicle immersion in water and paint-matching services weren’t part of the warranty coverage.

Air Conditioning Warranty

The 2008 Honda Fit didn’t come with a separate air conditioning warranty. Some air conditioning parts might have been covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, but this has now expired. The New Vehicle Limited Warranty included air conditioning refrigerant charging for one year.

Paint Warranty

A separate paint warranty wasn’t available on the 2008 Honda Fit. The New Vehicle Limited Warranty might have covered some paint defects for three years or 36,000 miles. This warranty is now expired for the 2008 Honda Fit.

Battery Warranty

The Original Equipment Battery Limited Warranty covered the 2008 Honda Fit’s original battery for three years, with no mileage limit. The Battery Warranty replaced a defective battery with a new one, but this coverage has now expired.

Tire Warranty

All 2008 Honda Fit original tires came with a separate manufacturer’s warranty. You can contact your Honda dealership for more information about your tire warranty. The specifications of the tire warranty depended on the manufacturer but included the repair or replacement of defective tires. 

The following companies held 2008 Honda Fit tire warranties:

• Yokohama Tires
• Michelin Tires
• Goodyear/Dunlop Tires
• Bridgestone/Firestone Tires

Emissions Warranty

The Federal Emissions Warranty covered emissions-related repairs and replacements on the 2008 Honda Fit for three years or 36,000 miles. The warranty covered parts of the emissions system, including the OBD and transmission control systems.

2008 Honda Fit drivers in California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont were instead covered under the California Emissions Warranty for three years or 50,000 miles. Some emissions parts might have been covered for seven years or 70,000 miles, but all coverage has now expired.

Additionally, the Clean Air Act requires manufacturers to cover the catalytic converter, engine computer, and onboard diagnostics for eight years or 80,000 miles.

For more information about Auto Warranties, you can check out this directory containing everything you need to know about Auto Warranties arranged by system.

2008 Honda Fit Warranty Extensions Available Upon Car Purchase

Honda Care was available when you first purchased your 2008 Honda Fit. Honda Care is an extended warranty program with coverage of up to eight years or 120,000 miles. You can no longer buy Honda Care for the 2008 Honda Fit, but you might be able to purchase additional coverage through a third-party policy.

2008 Honda Fit Extended Warranty Available Now

Purchasing an extended warranty for your 2008 Honda Fit can give you additional protection against repairs. Even if you didn’t purchase an extended warranty when you first bought your 2008 Honda Fit, you still have warranty options available today.

If you’re looking for affordable extended warranty coverage for your 2008 Honda Fit, check out the FIXD Vehicle Protection Plan. We’ve partnered with CARCHEX, the industry leader in extended warranties, to cover everything from the engine and other powertrain parts to air conditioning and electrical systems, all for one low monthly fee.

There are five levels of coverage available to suit all needs and budgets. Call now for a no-cost, no-obligation quote.

Recalls

Last updated on 12/15/2022. See NHTSA.gov for up-to-date information on recalls.