Frequently Asked Questions
Can all Volkswagens be Certified?
No. A Volkswagen Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle (VW CPO) must be less than 6 model years old and have 75,000 miles or less on the odometer. Each Volkswagen dealer is required to order a full CARFAX® Vehicle History Report™ with results showing NO ineligible requirements. Then, each vehicle is subject to a 100+ multi-point DeaIer Inspection, which includes mechanical, functionality, and appearance standards. These standards help ensure that only our best vehicles receive the Volkswagen Certified Pre-Owned label.
Who certifies these vehicles?
Volkswagen certified level technicians go through each vehicle, performing a 100+ point inspection. All preventive maintenance is brought up-to-date, any part(s) that does not meet our standards is replaced with Genuine Volkswagen Parts, and all recalls and campaigns are addressed.
Where can I purchase a Volkswagen Certified Pre-Owned vehicle?
Volkswagen Certified Pre-Owned vehicles are sold exclusively through a participating Volkswagen dealer.
Is the Volkswagen Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty transferable?
Yes, upon resale of a Volkswagen CPO vehicle through a Private Party transaction, any remaining coverage under the Volkswagen Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty is transferable to the subsequent owner at no charge.
Are Volkswagen's Electric Vehicles (ID.4 and ID.buzz) eligible for the Volkswagen Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty?
Yes, Volkswagen Electric Vehicles are eligible for the VW CPO Program.
What happens when an item does not pass inspection?
Any non-working equipment must be replaced with original equipment and/or genuine VW parts or repaired. Any non-original equipment must be replaced. Any replacement tires installed on a CPO vehicle must meet the original factory installed size, safety, and speed rating specifications. VWoA requires that only brand approved OEM/OEA tires be used.
What does the Volkswagen Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty Cover?
Every VW CPO vehicle is backed by our Volkswagen Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty. This provides coverage for two years or 24,000 miles (whichever occurs first), after the expiration of the 4 year/50,000-mile Volkswagen New Vehicle Limited Warranty . Please see the VW CPO Warranty Manual for more information on what isn't covered.
There are also additional plans available to extend warranty coverage.