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Garmin warranty for GPS & navigation

21/100 Warranty ScoreRanked 5 of 13 brandsVaries by model line
The short version

Garmin covers GPS & navigation in full for 1 year, with no partial coverage after that. That full coverage is longer than most of the 13 brands we compared, which typically cover nothing in full. You don't need to register to get this coverage.

From Garmin'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: 1 yearNo partial coverage
  • Full coverageWhole product1 year
Varies by model line

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

  • GPS navigators, dash cams, watchesFull: 1 year. No partial coverage
  • Fish finders and chartplottersFull: 2 years. No partial coverage
The fine print, decoded

What it leaves out

  • Batteries
  • Normal wear and tear
  • Scratches, dents and looks
  • Water damage
Good to know before you buy
  • Claims are handled in the country where you bought the device.
  • Scratches, dents and worn-out batteries are not covered.
  • Damage from water, drops or accidents is not covered.
  • If you installed it yourself, you pay shipping and labor isn't covered.
  • Products not on Garmin's marine list get Garmin's 1-year warranty instead.

How other brands compare for GPS & navigation

Compare all 13 brands
Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for GPS & navigation.

  1. CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  2. REIOutdoor electronics (GPS, cameras, watches, headlamps with electronics, etc.)90 days
  3. ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
  4. West MarineMost items60 days
  5. B&H PhotoMost items30 days from delivery
  6. NeweggMost items30 days from delivery
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  1. PGA TOUR SuperstoreMost items30 days
  2. WalmartConsumer electronics and PC components30 days
  3. Nebraska Furniture MartMidwest and Texas storesMost items30 days
  4. Best BuyMost items15 days from delivery
  5. CuracaoSouthwest storesGaming consoles, video games and software, car stereo and GPS15 days
  6. Car ToysPacific Northwest, Colorado and Texas storesPortable navigation, radar detectors and portable video products5 days from delivery

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

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