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CarShield is the largest vehicle service contract company in the nation. We have a national TV and radio campaign. CarShield is endorsed By Ice-T, Glenn Beck, Mark Levin, Vivica A. Fox and many more celebrities. Our goal is to drive traffic to our affiliate website https://carshieldprotection.com/. We are open 7 days a week and our business hours are 7:00am CST to 9:00pm CST.
CarShield generally enjoys a positive reputation among customers, praised for its reliable coverage and the significant savings it provides on repair costs. Many users highlight the courteous and helpful nature of customer service representatives, noting smooth claims processes and effective communication. However, concerns persist regarding service delays, particularly in claims processing and the complexity of filing claims. Some customers express frustration with inconsistencies in coverage and support from repair shops. Overall, while CarShield is recognized for its value and customer service, improvements in claim efficiency and clarity of coverage would enhance customer satisfaction.
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Pans, not baking pans…
Under the motor, not in the oven.
Complicated to get to, quite a job
COSTS? COSTS? What did my car mechanic say?
Thousands of dollars to fix, mamn!
So, I asked for the car mechanic shop to call CarShield! They did and no better choice was made. Car Shield sent a car mechanic expert to check the workmanship and costs and, and once again, Excellence in Protection… Protection in COSTS and in Workmanship!
The individual I spoke with was pleasant and answered my questions.
Edward, thank you for sharing your experience and highlighting the positive interaction you had! It’s great to know your questions were answered clearly and pleasantly. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to assisting you again.
Just notified CS about fraudulent car shield phone calls.
Michael, we appreciate you taking the time to let us know about the fraudulent phone calls. Your awareness helps protect both you and other customers.
If you receive any additional suspicious calls or have concerns, please feel free to reach out to our Customer Service team. We’re here to help ensure your information stays secure.
I went to a shop for repairs that need to be address. Shop claims car shield is not getting back to them. You're saying shop hasn't called. Someone is not telling the truth. Shop is Don Beto transmission shop in Chicago area.
Thomas, we appreciate you bringing this to our attention, and we apologize for the frustration this situation has caused. Upon reviewing the claim, our notes show that the administrator has attempted to contact the repair facility on multiple occasions but has experienced difficulty reaching them.
Please contact our Customer Service team at 1-800-587-4162. We’ll be happy to look into this further for you and work toward a resolution. Your experience matters to us, and we want to help get things moving in the right direction.
We took Our car into Ford that usually deals with you, but our experience was very poor. We only got our axel that was broken done because you all wouldn't pay for us to get our shocks done unless they would use a piece of junk from the Japanese, and Ford wouldn't honor the Japanese piece of Junk you wanted us to take, why would we buy a warranty that doesn't meet our needs. This is America! And it stinks that you only paid 260.00 on one part. We trusted you and believed in you to take care of us! You took advantage of elderly people that has to live on medicaid and dosen't have a lot of money! We paid you 129.00 since 2022 and you paid 260.00 for just one thing to be done the first time we ever had to use it! We are canceling our contract with you!
Connie, we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. We’re sorry to hear about the difficulties you encountered at the repair facility and understand how disappointing this situation must have felt. Coverage decisions are based on the terms of the contract, including parts guidelines and repair procedures, but we never want a customer to feel unheard or unsupported.
We're committed to ensuring you have a clear understanding of your coverage. Our Customer Service Department is readily available to review your claim, explain how the coverage was applied, and address any concerns you may have. Please don’t hesitate to contact us at 1-800-587-4162 for further clarification or support.
We value your peace of mind and want to ensure you feel confident and informed about your coverage details. If you’d like to discuss this further, we’re here to help.
We added a car to a previous policy a few years ago. When this was done the Sales Rep asked about additional vehicles. I told him we had another car that already had a warranty. Due to mileage that warranty was due to expire. I called and asked about adding this car. Del/Sales Representative explained there was a discount rate for multiple vehicles. In addition, I was told because of the mileage we qualified for the best policy. A piece of mind for an investment, especially since repairs are expensive.
Shawn, we appreciate the time you took to share your experience! It’s great to hear that adding another vehicle to your policy was smooth and that our team was able to provide helpful information about multi-vehicle discounts and coverage options. Knowing you qualified for a strong policy and gained peace of mind is exactly what we aim for. If there’s anything else you need, please feel free to reach out.
Car Shield does not cover any of repairs or service from my recent failed battery and bent tie rod repairs made while on vacation. Nissan dealer that I used explained that in their experience with Car Shield none of the items that my 2022 Nissan Pathfinder would be covered and that they rarely had any repair items covered unless due to an accident.
Daniel, coverage decisions are based on the specific terms outlined in the contract, and while repair facilities may share their own opinions, we encourage you to contact our Customer Service team at 1-800-587-4162 so we can review your contract together and provide clarification.
We’re here to make sure you have accurate information about your coverage and benefits.
EVERY TIME I HAVE CALLED CAR SHIELD I HAVE BEEN PROVIDED QUICK AND VERY PROFESSIONAL SERVICE. THEY HAVE ALWAYS COVERED MY SERVICE AND INFORMED ME OF ANY ISSUES. I AM SO PLEASED TO HAVE THIS SERVICE AND THEIR AFFORDABLE MONTHLY CONTRACT PAYMENT. I'D LIKE A REDUCTION ON MY DEDUCTIBLE BUT THAT'S A DISCUSSION FOR ANOTHER TIME.
David, we’re thrilled to hear you’ve consistently received quick, professional service and that your coverage and monthly payments are working well for you! It’s great to know our team has kept you informed and that your services have been covered as expected.
If you have any questions regarding your coverage, please don’t hesitate to reach out — we’re always happy to help.
The complaint i had from the shop was the length of time the shop was on the phone for to justify the claim. They will not likely allow me to use car shield there again based on how much time car shield consumed unfortunately.
Andrew, we apologize for any inconvenience the shop experienced during the claims process. We understand how valuable their time is, and feedback like yours helps us identify where we can improve communication and efficiency with repair facilities. We would be happy to look into the claim and provide clarification. Please reach out to our Customer Service team at 1-800-587-4162 so we can assist you further.
The most important thing to myself is how much information given to me for clarity and understanding. If I had a question about anything we stopped and talked about my questions, that's most helpful for me. Thanks John
Johnny, we're so glad to hear that our team took the time to answer all your questions and make everything clear for you. Your comfort and confidence mean a lot to us—thank you for sharing such kind words!
I have been a customer for 4 years and under the impression that I was covered including electronic and powertrain. Well I found out differently today. My limitations were not explained to me at time of enrollment with CarShield. I was charged $300.00 today for diagnostic time only. Nothing was repaired because carshield did not honor what I thought I had coverage on. Very big disappointment after 4 years when I finally made a claim to be denied. I was not aware I will reevaluate my confidence with Car Shield.
Keven, to help you better understand your coverage, we’d be happy to provide a detailed breakdown of your policy, clearly showing what is covered, what is excluded, and any limitations that may apply. We encourage you to reach out to our Customer Service team at 1-800-587-4162 with any questions or concerns. Our representatives are here to assist you and make sure you feel confident and informed about your coverage.
Car shield and American Auto Sheild both promised me rental car reimbursement and they refused to give me the money back for my entire rental because they couldn't find a part on time.
Diane, we understand how frustrating it is to deal with rental costs during a repair, especially when parts delays are involved. The rental benefit is based on the terms of the contract, including daily limits and maximum coverage amounts, which can affect reimbursement when a repair takes longer than expected due to part availability.
If you’d like us to review your claim details and rental documentation, we’d be happy to take another look. Your satisfaction is important to us, so please feel free to reach out and we’ll work with you to address your concerns.
Well my truck went into the shop for an we call them an they like I would let u know what's goin on an that was a lie an I had to pay $2223. 43 to get my truck out the shop bc yall $#*! didn't won't to pay anything an why is I'm wasting money money on something that's nt help me?
Rodney, we apologize for the frustration you experienced with your recent repair. Upon further review, the information provided to us by the repair facility indicated that the work had already been completed on the vehicle. The contract does state that all claims must receive prior authorization before any repairs are performed.
We understand how upsetting this situation has been, and we apologize for any confusion surrounding the process. We encourage you to contact our customer service team so we can review the details and look further into the matter for you.
I had called car shield to find a local repair facility and they were very accomidating to me. I got an appointment with Firestone complete auto care in Wallingford right away, i am currently waiting for word on the time frame for repair. AL G.
Albert, our Customer Service representatives are available to answer any questions you may have and to help you navigate the claims process as smoothly as possible. We are committed to providing you with the support you need during this time. Should you require any assistance or have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're always here to help.
It's the smartest decision I've ever made to get Car Shield and worth every penny. I tell anyone who will listen if you keep your maintenance up the have no problem sending a inspector out to verify the repairs need and keep you updated with their findings. A lot of bad reviews have been posted about them. But if you do your part they will do theirs.
Debra, it’s wonderful to hear how well things have worked for you! We appreciate your support and are glad you’ve had such a positive experience with your coverage and the inspection process. If you ever need anything or have questions about your plan, feel free to reach out.
I had a financial problem of fraud where my bank account was put on hold. After contacting a CarShield representative they helped me and gave me time to correct the problem. Then when I got a new account I called and they took care of me.
Harold, we’re really glad to hear our team was able to be patient and supportive while you worked through the fraud issue with your bank. It’s great that everything was able to get sorted out and updated once your new account was ready. If you ever need anything or run into questions in the future, we’re always here to help!
I have the Diamond Coverage, overall it's a very good package. I had an electrical issue with my CTS, a taillight short circuit! It was not covered under my warranty. The Dealership took advantage of the opportunity to inflate the cost ( Commission Based)!, instead of a turn signal bulb for $5, it cost me $1905 out of pocket for a complete turn signal unit... Allegedly!
Eric, we appreciate your feedback. Electrical components and the specific parts involved in a repair are covered based on the terms of the contract, which can sometimes lead to certain items falling outside of eligibility. We understand how frustrating unexpected repair costs can be, especially when pricing varies by dealership.
If you’d like to review your coverage in detail or go over what is and isn’t included, feel free to contact our customer service team at 1-800-587-4162. We’re here to help with any questions you may have.
I am still waiting for a response. The place I took my truck to get fixed has told me they submitted the claim 2 times. I have spoken to Car Shield repasenitives 2 times my self and all they say is they don't know and it takes 2 to 3 days. The shop put the 1st claim in on 11-20-25 it is now 11-28-25 and still no answer from you.
Mark, we apologize for the frustration this delay has caused. To help move things forward, we recommend having the repair facility reach out directly to our claims department at 1-800-531-1925 so the claim can be reviewed and addressed as quickly as possible. If you need anything else or have additional questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
The party whom I had called and was told what was wrong with my vehicle was approved to be worked on. The inspector who we reached out to didnt even call the Les Schwab folks back until I got his number. I was told to go get a rental car and it was pricey. But the inspector was pushing it till after Thanskgiving for my vehicle to be serviced. Well he showed up on Monday then I get a call telling me we won't fix it. So im out of money first and foremost for rental expenses then get left in the cold with my car still not being fixed even though we checked before I took it to Les Schwab to see if it were coverable. Which it was stated to be. The inspector didnt return the calls made back to him by Les Schwab. I ended up calling cause I wanted to know because it was more money to rent the car I was in especially since I had it till Weds. This has left a sore taste in my mouth to make it worst Carshield hurriedly took their monthly payment from me after all this happening. I feel like the inspector basically screwed me on purpose to not pay because maybe someone got on him so he denied the work being done after the approval was already exclaimed. He basically said that it was leaking but their is air as well in the strut well how does that happen if the electronic part controlling the strut doesnt fail first which causes for the leak being done. But hey I feel ripped off and will be calling to cancel my plan. Such a dishearting thing to pay for monthly and be treated so poorly
Kenneth, we understand how frustrating this situation has been, especially with the rental costs and the delay in getting clear updates on your vehicle. Coverage decisions are based on the diagnostic findings and the terms of the contract, but we want to make sure you have a full understanding of how the determination was made and review the details with you directly.
Please reach out to our customer service team at 1-800-587-4162 so we can go through the claim together, address your concerns, and provide clarity on the process. Our team is here to help.
They covered most of the repair BUT there were some very weird exclusions like turbocharger pipes (they would cover the replacement of a turbo but not the related pipes and gaskets) and it took, in my opinion, too long for the evaluator to check out the requested repairs and OK them. Also, they will not pay for factory Ford parts but they will pay for cheaper third party parts. They will also provide genuine Ford parts for less than the dealer can get them for, but what dealer will allow that? That said, they did save me a decent amount of money.
Richard, thank you for your review. We’re glad to hear your coverage helped with the cost of your repair. The items covered and the types of parts authorized are based on the terms of the contract, which can sometimes lead to certain components being excluded or alternative parts being used. We understand how this can be unexpected, and we’re here to help clarify anything you’d like to review further.
If you have questions about your coverage or would like to discuss the details of your plan, please feel free to reach out at 1-800-587-4162. We’re always here to assist.
Answer: It's affordable, excellent customer service, and efficient claim precessing!
Answer: Great question! Please give us a call and we can answer any questions you may have!
Answer: Carchex & endurance. But beware if any car warranty!
Answer: Car Shield only SELLS the policies. American Auto Warranty is the company that administers is the warranty. BBB grades them an 'F' rating & I agree.
Answer: That depends on the level of coverage that your vehicle qualifies for at the time you set up coverage. Give us a call with your VIN and mileage and we would be more than happy to go over that with you!
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Diane, we appreciate the time you took to leave a review! It’s fantastic to hear how well everything came together for you. Knowing that the repair costs and workmanship were taken care of really makes a difference, and we’re thrilled that our team could step in and help make the process smooth and reassuring.
If anything comes up in the future or you ever want to go over your coverage, we’re always just a call away.