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Fossil warranty for watches

10/100 Warranty ScoreRanked 28 of 28 brandsVaries by model lineUnverified
The short version

That full coverage is the same as most of the 28 brands we compared, which typically cover nothing in full. You don't need to register to get this coverage.

From Fossil'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: NoneNo partial coverage
  • Partial coverageMovement, hands and dialNone
Varies by model line

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

  • Watches (analog/hybrid)Full: None. No partial coverage
  • Watches (analog)Full: None. Partial to 2 years
Good to know before you buy
  • Keep your receipt as proof of the purchase date.
  • Keep your receipt: Fossil asks for proof of purchase for any warranty repair.
  • Have the watch's style number and serial number (on the caseback) ready when you start a repair.
  • Repairs Fossil finds are not covered are charged after they inspect the watch.

How other brands compare for watches

  • 1. Longines65/100 · Full: 5 years
  • 2. Rolex65/100 · Full: 5 years
  • 3. Seiko43/100 · Full: 3 years
  • 4. Armitron40/100 · Full: None
  • 5. Coros32/100 · Full: 2 years
Compare all 28 brands
Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for watches.

  1. CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  2. NordstromMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  3. Kohl'sMost items90 days
  4. TargetMost items90 days
  5. WalmartMost items90 days
  6. JCPenneyMost items60 days
Show all 12 stores
  1. ZapposMost items60 days from delivery
  2. Nordstrom RackMost items40 days
  3. Bloomingdale'sMost items30 days from delivery
  4. Dillard'sMost items30 days
  5. Macy'sMost items30 days from delivery
  6. Saks Fifth AvenueMost items30 days from delivery

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

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