Maria Adams, Credit Cards Moderator
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Yes, USAA does offer extended warranty protection on some of its credit cards. With USAA extended warranty coverage, the original manufacturer’s warranty will last up to 1 extra year when you buy a covered item with an eligible USAA credit card.
USAA extended warranty coverage applies to warranties of 3 years or less. The maximum coverage amount per item under the USAA extended warranty policy is $15,000. The maximum coverage amount per year under this policy is $50,000.
Popular USAA Credit Cards with an Extended Warranty
- USAA® Rewards™ Visa Signature® Card
- USAA® Rewards™ American Express® Card
- USAA® Cashback Rewards Plus American Express® Card
- USAA Preferred Cash Rewards Credit Card
- USAA Rate Advantage Credit Card
- USAA Eagle Navigator® Credit Card
Keep in mind that not all USAA credit cards offer the extended warranty benefit. For information on covered items and exclusions, you can refer to the benefits guide that came with your credit card, or you can ask USAA customer service about these details before you apply.
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The best credit cards with extended warranty protection are offered by Citibank, Capital One, and American Express. However, a credit card’s benefits are up to the card issuer. For example, Citi has removed extended warranty benefits from nearly all its cards. Another major issuer, Wells Fargo, axed the benefit from all its cards, altogether.
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