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Kicker warranty for car audio & electronics

18/100 Warranty ScoreRanked 8 of 16 brandsVaries by model line
The short version

Kicker doesn't cover everything, but keeps q-class speakers and speakers covered to 3 years. That full coverage is the same as most of the 16 brands we compared, which typically cover nothing in full. You don't need to register to get this coverage.

From Kicker'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 3 years
  • Partial coverageQ-Class speakers3 years
  • Partial coverageSpeakers2 years
Varies by model line

Kicker words its warranty differently for some lines. This page shows the least generous one.

  • car speakersFull: None. Partial to 3 years
  • subwoofersFull: None. Partial to 3 years
  • amplifiersFull: None. Partial to 3 years
The fine print, decoded

What it leaves out

  • Noise
  • Overheating
  • Water damage
Good to know before you buy
  • Keep the original receipt showing the purchase date; you also need a statement with your name, the dealer, the invoice number and the product.
  • Removal and reinstallation costs are not covered.

How other brands compare for car audio & electronics

Compare all 16 brands
Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for car audio & electronics.

  1. WalmartMost items90 days
  2. CrutchfieldMost items60 days
  3. PetSmartPet electronics (collars, fencing, training), grooming tools, filters and pumps, non-prescription medications and vitamins, calming products, and flea and tick products costing $10 or more60 days
  4. Nordstrom RackCar seats40 days
  5. Bloomingdale'sBaby gear (strollers, car seats, cribs, high chairs)30 days from delivery
  6. Car ToysPacific Northwest, Colorado and Texas storesMost items30 days
Show all 9 stores
  1. Best BuyMost items15 days from delivery
  2. O'Reilly Auto PartsCar batteriesNo returns
  3. Rural KingMidwest storesLivestock, trailers, golf carts, opened chemicals and consumablesNo returns

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

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