Smittybilt warranty for winches
The short version
Smittybilt doesn't cover everything, but keeps mechanical parts and electrical parts (x20 / xrc gen3) covered for life. That full coverage is the same as most of the 4 brands we compared, which typically cover nothing in full. You don't need to register to get this coverage.
From Smittybilt'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 coverageMechanical partsLifetime
- Partial coverageElectrical parts (X20 / XRC GEN3)5 years
- Partial coverageElectrical parts (other winches)3 years
The fine print, decoded
What it leaves out
- Accidental breaks and misuse
Good to know before you buy
- Covers the original buyer only. Keep your receipt as proof of purchase.
- Covers replacement parts only; labor and installation are not paid.
- Smittybilt may ask for photos or for the faulty part to be sent back.
How other brands compare for winches
- 2. Warn45/100 · Full: None
- 3. Kfi Products15/100 · Full: None
- 4. Superwinch10/100 · Full: None
Where you buy it matters
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for winches.
- Harbor FreightMost items90 days
- Lowe'sMost items90 days
- The Home DepotMost items90 days
- WalmartMost items90 days
- Blain's Farm & FleetUpper Midwest storesMost items90 days
- Theisen's Home Farm AutoUpper Midwest storesMost items90 days
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- Northern Tool + EquipmentMost items60 days from delivery
- Family Farm & HomeGreat Lakes storesMost items60 days
- Ace HardwareMost items30 days
- Do it BestMost items30 days
- Tractor SupplyMost items30 days
- Murdoch's Ranch & Home SupplyMountain West storesMost items30 days
- Rural KingMidwest storesMost items30 days
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for winches where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.
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