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Curt warranty for bike & roof racks

45/100 Warranty ScoreRanked 2 of 6 brands
The short version

Curt doesn't cover everything, but keeps workmanship and materials and components, parts and finish covered for life. That full coverage is the same as most of the 6 brands we compared, which typically cover nothing in full. You don't need to register to get this coverage.

From Curt's published warranty, checked October 2026.

What's covered

Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
Purchase5 yrs10 yrs+Full: NonePartial: to lifetime
  • Partial coverageWorkmanship and materialsLifetime
  • Partial coverageComponents, parts and finish1 year
The fine print, decoded

What it leaves out

  • Accidental breaks and misuse
  • Fading
  • Normal wear and tear
Good to know before you buy
  • Covers the original buyer only. Keep proof of purchase showing the purchase date.
  • Report a defect in writing within 30 days of finding it, with photos.
  • Get a return authorization before shipping anything back; labor and shipping are not covered.
  • Rust, fading and road or impact damage are not covered.

How other brands compare for bike & roof racks

Compare all 6 brands
Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for bike & roof racks.

  1. BackcountryOversized and freight items (bikes, kayaks, surfboards, car racks, indoor bikes)90 days from delivery
  2. BJ's Wholesale ClubE-bikes and e-scooters90 days
  3. Camping WorldMost items90 days
  4. REIMost items90 days
  5. WalmartMost items90 days
  6. ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
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  1. Bass Pro ShopsSome bikes60 days
  2. Cabela'sBikes60 days
  3. Sun & Ski SportsTexas and Southeast storesBikes and other oversized items30 days

From each store's published return policy, using its rule for bike & roof racks where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.

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