What is Certified Pre-Owned?
What is a Ford Certified Pre-Owned?
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Every Ford Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicle comes with:
- 12-month/12,000 mile comprehensive limited warranty coverage*
- Seven-year/100,000 mile powertrain limited warranty coverage*
- A 172-point vehicle inspection.
- CARFAX® Vehicle History Report
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Can any Ford vehicle be certified?
No. To become Ford-certified, a pre-owned vehicle has to be less than six years old and have fewer than 80,000 miles on the odometer. It then has to pass a rigorous 172-point inspection. A CARFAX® Vehicle History Report™ is also run to identify any vehicle that does not meet our strict standards.
Who certifies these vehicles?
Ford factory-trained dealer technicians go through each vehicle, performing a rigorous 172-point inspection, including obtaining a CARFAX® Vehicle History Report.™ Any part(s) that doesn’t meet our standards is replaced with a factory-authorized part. For added peace of mind, each vehicle comes with comprehensive limited warranty coverage and powertrain limited warranty coverage backed by Ford Motor Company.*
*See dealer for warranty coverage details.
Which areas are inspected during the 172-point inspection for Ford-Certified Pre-Owned vehicles?
- Vehicle history
- Road test
- Exterior/Interior appearance and condition
- Diagnostics
- Underhood/Underbody components
- Hybrid system
- Convenience features
Why is a CARFAX® Vehicle History Report™ so important?
The CARFAX Vehicle History Report can identify any vehicle that does not meet our strict standards. The report is part of our 172-point inspection process, and it includes checks for:
- Flood vehicles
- Fire damage
- Frame damage
- Salvage vehicles
- Branded title
- Odometer issues
- Accident history
- Vehicle title history
What happens when an item does not pass during the 172-point inspection?
Any item(s) that does not meet Ford standards is repaired or replaced with a factory-authorized part(s).
Can I get a Ford-Certified Pre-Owned vehicle from a non-Ford dealer?
No. Only a Ford Motor Company-franchised Dealer can sell Ford-Certified Pre-Owned vehicles that were inspected and approved by Ford Motor Company standards.
Do Ford-Certified Pre-Owned vehicles come with warranty coverage?
Yes, every Ford Certified Pre-Owned vehicle comes with a comprehensive limited warranty backed by Ford Motor Company covering more than 1000 components for 12 months/12,000 miles* plus seven-year/100,000-mile powertrain limited warranty coverage.
*See dealer for warranty details.
What areas are included in the comprehensive limited warranty?
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- Engine
- Transmission
- Rear-wheel drive system
- Front-wheel drive system
- Steering components
- Brakes
- Front and rear suspension
- Electrical system
- Air conditioning and heating
- Technology components
- Emissions components
- Factory audio system
- Safety systems
What's included in the powertrain warranty?
Areas of coverage include the engine, transmission and more.
If I sell my Ford-Certified Pre-Owned vehicle and the buyer wants to transfer warranty coverage, how much will it cost?
It won’t cost the buyer a penny. Our manufacturer-backed limited warranty is fully transferable to future owners at no cost.
Why should I buy a Ford-Certified Pre-Owned vehicle?
Ford Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicles go through a rigorous172-point inspection process. Any item(s) that does not pass is replaced or repaired with a factory-authorized part. Something else you get with a Ford Certified Pre-Owned vehicle – warranty coverage. This includes comprehensive limited warranty coverage for more than 1000 components for 12 months/12,000 miles* and fully transferable powertrain limited warranty coverage for seven years/100,000 miles.* Another CPO benefit you won’t get with a used vehicle is complimentary 24-Hour Roadside Assistance available seven days a week, 365 days a year.
*See dealer for warranty details.
What happens if my Ford-Certified Pre-Owned vehicle gets a flat tire or I need a battery jump?
Another perk to a Ford-Certified Pre-Owned vehicle vs. used – complimentary roadside assistance. Just call us and we’ll change the tire or jump the battery at no cost to you. Other services include:
- Towing assistance of up to $100 for warranty and non-warranty problems, including accidents (excludes impound and repossession)
- Travel expense reimbursement of up to $500, for up to three days lodging, meals and rental vehicle for travel expenses accrued when the breakdown occurs more than 100 miles from home
- Destination expense assistance of up to $75 for emergency transportation to the immediate destination
- Rental car reimbursement of up to $30 per day for up to five days
- Fuel delivery if the vehicle runs out of fuel — up to two gallons at no charge
- Lockout assistance of up to $50 to unlock vehicle doors
- Service throughout the 50 United States and Canada
Can I get Ford Credit financing on a Ford-Certified Pre-Owned vehicle?
Absolutely. In fact, sometimes special financing is available.
How can I find out what Ford-Certified Pre-Owned vehicles are available at Leith Ford?
Simply do an inventory search.
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Leith Ford
5300 Rolesville Road
Wendell, NC 27591
- Sales: (919) 366-8000