As your vehicle ages and its manufacturer’s warranty expires, the risk of experiencing a breakdown increases. Our extended warranty program covers many components that can fail over time, so you’ll be protected from unexpected, and often high, repair expenses.
Mechanical Breakdown Protection
Protect your wallet from unexpected repair bills.
Eligibility
New, used and certified pre-owned vehicles
Electric and hybrid
vehicles
Up to 13
years
Up to
200,000 km
Repair costs can add up
Electric / Hybrid power
converter / Inverter
$3,200
Fuel pump replacement
$1,200
Four-wheel drive, transfer
case repair
$1,200
Airbag assembly
replacement
$2,500
Alternator replacement
$1,200
Air conditioning
repair
$1,200
Protect your wallet with flexible and comprehensive protection
Customizable coverage
With several coverage levels, term lengths, and deductibles to choose from, tailor your plan to suit your budget and driving habits.
EVs & hybrid friendly
Our plans include comprehensive coverage for hybrid and electric vehicles, covering key components such as batteries, chargers, and electric motors.
Repair anywhere
You choose where repairs are carried out – at your preferred franchised dealer or repair shop – anywhere in Canada or the continental United States.
Transferable
If you sell your vehicle, you can transfer your plan to the next private owner – which can result in a higher resale value.
Additional benefits included from day 1
24-hour roadside assistance
Services like towing, jump starting, flat tire changes, fuel delivery and lock-out service will get you back on the road as soon as possible.
Trip interruption
We’ll reimburse you for meals and lodging if your vehicle breaks down during a road trip and repairs last overnight.
Vehicle rental
You shouldn’t have to go without a car while yours is getting repaired. Let us cover the cost of a rental if this happens.
Choose the coverage that’s right for you
Basic Plan
Ideal for those who want coverage for critical powertrain components but can afford minor breakdown costs.
Level of coverage: basic parts that keep your vehicle moving.
Essential Plan
A great option for those who want more just than the basics covered.
Level of coverage: many critical components that can be expensive to repair.
Elite Plan
Ultimate protection for those who intend to keep their car past the factory warranty or drive more than average.
Level of coverage: all major vehicle components other than a list of exclusions.
Enhance your protection with optional add-ons
Save with claim-free reward:
If you reach the end of your contract without making a claim, get some or all of your money back as a refund or credit.
If you reach the end of your contract without making a claim, get some or all of your money back as a refund or credit.
Keyless remote mobile protection:
Damaging or losing your phone when you use it to open your car can be a major hassle. This added protection covers the cost of fixing or replacing it.
Damaging or losing your phone when you use it to open your car can be a major hassle. This added protection covers the cost of fixing or replacing it.
Multimedia software coverage:
Stay entertained without a glitch. This package covers the cost of upgrading your navigation and infotainment systems to their latest versions.
Stay entertained without a glitch. This package covers the cost of upgrading your navigation and infotainment systems to their latest versions.
Genuine OEM components:
When your vehicle needs a replacement part, you’re covered for genuine parts from the original manufacturer.
When your vehicle needs a replacement part, you’re covered for genuine parts from the original manufacturer.
Tire storage:
Store your out-of-season tires securely and conveniently with your retailer.
Store your out-of-season tires securely and conveniently with your retailer.
Frequently asked questions
Is my vehicle eligible for SecureDrive Mechanical Breakdown Protection?
We cover new, used and certified pre-owned vehicles up to 13 model years and 200,000 km.
Can I include SecureDrive Mechanical Breakdown Protection in my vehicle financing?
Yes! If you purchase your contract at the same time as your vehicle, your selling dealer will generally allow you to roll everything into your vehicle financing deal.
Can I buy SecureDrive Mechanical Breakdown Protection if I purchase my vehicle with cash?
Yes, you can purchase your contract with cash along with your vehicle.
Where can I get my vehicle repaired if I experience a breakdown?
We recommend that you take your vehicle to the dealership where you purchased your SecureDrive contract whenever possible.
How do I make a claim?
Simply locate your contract number. Visit your selling dealer, or any other repair shop of your choice, to get your claim started.
How long can I purchase coverage for?
If your manufacturer’s warranty is still in effect when you purchase your contract, you can get coverage for up to 10 years and 200,000 km. If your vehicle is used or certified pre-owned, you can get coverage for up to 4 years and 80,000 km.
Can I switch to SecureDrive if I already have another protection policy?
Maybe. It will depend on whether you are keeping your vehicle and whether you will be able to cancel your current protection plan. We suggest consulting your local SecureDrive dealer so they can talk you through available options.
