Hyundai Ownership Perks Explained: Warranty, Complimentary Maintenance and Blue Link

When you buy a Hyundai, you get more than the vehicle itself. Hyundai backs its new vehicles with long warranty coverage, roadside assistance, a complimentary maintenance program for eligible owners and connected services on equipped models. Many Libertyville drivers know the brand has a strong warranty but are not sure what it actually covers or how long each part lasts. This guide explains each ownership perk in plain language, so you know what you have and how to use it.

What Comes With a New Hyundai

Hyundai groups its new vehicle coverage under the name America’s Best Warranty. Here is a summary of the main coverage terms listed on Hyundai’s official site. Each term runs for the listed years or miles, whichever comes first.

These terms describe new vehicle coverage. The details for used and certified vehicles are different, and we cover those later in this guide.

Understanding the Hyundai Warranty

A warranty is a promise to repair covered defects in materials or workmanship. It does not cover normal wear items or damage from accidents. Here is how each piece works in everyday terms.

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

This is the broadest coverage, often called bumper to bumper. It runs for five years or 60,000 miles and covers most components of the vehicle against manufacturing defects. Think of things like power windows, infotainment screens, climate controls and sensors. If something covered stops working the way it should during this period, an authorized Hyundai dealer handles the repair.

Powertrain Limited Warranty

The powertrain is the engine, transmission and the parts that send power to the wheels. Hyundai covers these parts for 10 years or 100,000 miles for the original owner. That is a long time, and it is one of the reasons many shoppers choose the brand. Note the detail about original owners. According to Hyundai, coverage applies to the original owner only, and later owners receive five years or 60,000 miles of powertrain coverage from the original in service date.

Anti-Perforation Warranty

Northern Illinois winters bring a lot of road salt. Hyundai’s anti-perforation warranty covers rust that eats through a body panel for seven years with no mileage limit. Surface rust and damage from stone chips or accidents are a different matter, so wash the underbody regularly in winter and fix paint chips early.

Hybrid and EV Battery Warranty

If you drive a Hyundai hybrid, plug in hybrid or electric vehicle, the high voltage battery is covered for 10 years or 100,000 miles. Hyundai states that the battery will not degrade more than 70 percent of its original capacity during the warranty period. For shoppers worried about battery life, this coverage is an important part of the decision.

Roadside Assistance

Hyundai includes 24 hour roadside assistance for five years with unlimited miles. That can help with things like a flat tire, a dead battery or a lockout. Save the roadside number in your phone the day you buy your vehicle, so you are not searching for it on a cold night.

What a Warranty Does Not Cover

It helps to know the limits up front so there are no surprises. Warranties are written for defects, not for parts that wear out through normal use. Items such as brake pads, wiper blades, tires, filters and fluids are usually treated as maintenance. Damage from collisions, hail, flooding or road debris falls under your auto insurance instead. Problems caused by skipped maintenance or the wrong fluids can also be excluded. Your owner’s warranty booklet lists the exact terms for your vehicle, so keep it in the glove box or download it from Hyundai’s owner site.

Hyundai Complimentary Maintenance

Hyundai Complimentary Maintenance is a program that covers basic scheduled services for eligible new vehicles. Hyundai describes it as three years or 36,000 miles of limited maintenance. For the 2025 model year, Hyundai lists a total of four basic maintenance services in that window.

What It Covers

According to Hyundai, each basic service includes an oil and oil filter change, except on electric vehicles, plus a multi point inspection and a tire rotation. These are the routine visits that keep your vehicle healthy and your warranty records clean.

Who Is Eligible

The program is for original owners. Hyundai excludes certified pre owned, used, commercial and fleet vehicles. Hyundai’s program page lists eligible model years, so ask our service team to confirm whether your specific vehicle is enrolled and how many services remain. Do not assume. A quick check before your first visit avoids confusion at the service desk.

Making the Most of It

• Book your first service around the time your maintenance reminder appears.
• Keep each repair order. They show a clean history if you ever need warranty work or sell the car.
• Ask the technician to note anything they see during the inspection, even if it is not urgent.
• Use the visit to ask questions about features you have not figured out yet.

Bluelink Connected Services

Hyundai’s connected car service is now called Bluelink+. You may still see it written as Blue Link, including on our own website. On equipped vehicles, it connects your Hyundai to an app on your phone so you can use remote features and check on your vehicle from home. Available features vary by model and trim.

How Long It Is Included

According to Hyundai, Bluelink+ is available at no cost for the original owners of 2024 and newer Bluelink equipped Hyundai models, plus the 2023 IONIQ 6. That is a change from older trial periods, so owners of older Hyundais may see different terms. Hyundai also lists free map and multimedia updates for an initial three years.

Why It Matters in Winter

On a January morning in Lake County, warming up your vehicle from your kitchen is a real comfort. Connected services on equipped vehicles can also help you find your car in a big parking lot or check whether you locked the doors. Ask during delivery for help setting up your account. It takes a few minutes and saves frustration later.

What Changes for Used and Certified Hyundai Buyers

Coverage on a used Hyundai depends on its age, mileage and whether it is certified.

Buying a Used Hyundai

Any remaining new vehicle warranty transfers to the next owner. The powertrain warranty for later owners is five years or 60,000 miles from the original in service date, according to Hyundai. Ask for the in service date on any used Hyundai so you know what coverage is left. Hyundai also lists a three month trial of the Bluelink+ Advanced package for used buyers.

Buying a Hyundai Certified Used Vehicle

Hyundai’s certified program, now called Hyundai Certified Used Vehicles, is open to vehicles six model years old and newer with 80,000 miles or less. Each one passes a 173 point inspection, according to Hyundai, though hybrids and EVs may use a different checklist. Certified vehicles get a transferable 10 year or 100,000 mile powertrain limited warranty measured from the vehicle’s original in service date, when it was new. Hyundai also lists 10 years of roadside assistance with unlimited miles for certified vehicles. Certified buyers get the Bluelink+ Advanced package free for the first year and the Basic package free for life, according to Hyundai.

Questions to Ask on Any Used Hyundai

Before you buy, ask for the original in service date, the current mileage and the service history. Ask whether any recalls are open and whether the vehicle has been certified. If it is a hybrid or EV, ask how much battery warranty time remains. These answers tell you exactly what protection comes with the vehicle.

Which One Is Right for You

If long powertrain coverage matters to you but a new vehicle does not fit your plans, a certified Hyundai can be a strong middle ground. If you prefer a lower purchase cost and are comfortable with less coverage, a regular used Hyundai with a clean history may suit you. Either way, ask for the coverage details in writing.

How to Protect Your Coverage

Warranties come with responsibilities. Hyundai expects owners to maintain their vehicles according to the owner’s manual. Here are a few habits that protect your coverage:

• Follow the maintenance schedule. Your owner’s manual lists intervals for oil changes, filters and inspections. Some intervals change with severe driving, such as frequent short trips in cold weather.
• Keep records. Save every receipt, whether service was done at a dealer or elsewhere. Records show the work was done on time.
• Address warning lights quickly. A small problem can grow if you ignore it.
• Check for recalls. Recall repairs are performed at no charge by authorized Hyundai dealers. Ask about open recalls at every service visit.
• Be careful with modifications. Aftermarket parts that cause a failure may not be covered.

How a Warranty Visit Works

If you notice a problem, write down what happens and when. Does the noise appear only when the engine is cold? Does the screen freeze after a phone call? Specific notes help technicians reproduce the issue, which is often the hardest part of a repair. Book a service appointment, describe the symptoms and bring your notes. The service advisor will check your coverage, and a technician will diagnose the vehicle. If the repair is covered, the dealer handles it with Hyundai. If it is not covered, the advisor should explain why and give you an estimate before any work begins. You always have the right to ask questions before you approve anything.

Keep a Simple Ownership Folder

A single folder, paper or digital, makes ownership easier. Put your purchase documents, warranty booklet, every service receipt and any recall notices in one place. When it is time to sell or trade your Hyundai, a complete folder shows the next buyer that the vehicle was cared for. That can make the sale smoother and supports the value of your car.

Get the Most From Your Hyundai in Libertyville

Our service department at Libertyville Happy Hyundai can confirm your warranty status, tell you whether your vehicle is enrolled in Complimentary Maintenance and help you set up Bluelink. If you are shopping, compare coverage on new Hyundai models and our certified and used inventory to find the right balance for your budget. Schedule a visit and bring your questions.

Ownership Perks at a Glance

• Five years or 60,000 miles of new vehicle limited coverage
• Ten years or 100,000 miles of powertrain coverage for the original owner
• Seven years of anti-perforation coverage
• Five years of 24 hour roadside assistance on new vehicles
• Ten years or 100,000 miles of hybrid and EV battery coverage
• Complimentary Maintenance for eligible original owners
• Bluelink+ connected services on equipped 2024 and newer models for original owners

Knowing these terms helps you budget for ownership, plan your service visits and make a smarter choice between new, used and certified.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the 10 year powertrain warranty transfer when I sell my Hyundai?

Not in full. Hyundai states the 10 year or 100,000 mile powertrain coverage applies to the original owner, and later owners receive five years or 60,000 miles from the original in service date. Certified vehicles get a separate transferable powertrain warranty.

Is maintenance free on a new Hyundai?

Eligible new Hyundais include Complimentary Maintenance for original owners, covering basic services such as oil and filter changes, a multi point inspection and tire rotation for a set period. Other maintenance, such as brakes and tires, is not included. Ask our service team to confirm your vehicle’s eligibility.

What does Hyundai roadside assistance include?

Hyundai’s 24 hour roadside assistance covers common problems like flat tires, dead batteries and lockouts. New vehicles include five years with unlimited miles. Save the number in your phone so it is ready when you need it.

Can I get warranty work done at any Hyundai dealer?

Yes. Warranty repairs are handled by authorized Hyundai dealers, including our service department in Libertyville. Bring your vehicle and any records, and the team will check your coverage.

Does the anti-perforation warranty cover all rust?

No. Hyundai’s anti-perforation coverage is for rust that goes all the way through a body panel. Surface rust and corrosion from chips, scratches or accident damage are usually not covered. Washing off road salt during winter helps prevent problems.

Sources (as of October 20, 2026)

• America’s Best Warranty | Hyundai (as of October 20, 2026)
• Hyundai Complimentary Maintenance (as of October 20, 2026)
• Hyundai Certified Used Vehicles (as of October 20, 2026)