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CarShield has a rating of 4.2 stars from 3,774 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with CarShield most frequently mention customer service, repair shop, and credit card. CarShield ranks 1st among Auto Repair sites.

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Positive reviews (last 12 months): 80%
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Top Positive Review

“Almost cancelled, glad I didn't.”

John L.
12/23/24

A couple of months after I signed up, I almost cancelled. Car shield reps worked with me to find the right coverage that better suited my needs that fit with my budget. I questioned my decision from time to time, all the way up until my transmission AND differential both gave out simultaneously. Over $8,000.00 that they covered. I had to pay almost $450.00 for the stuff that wasn't covered like fluids. Saved my A**! As long as you read your contract and know what to expect, Car Shield is a very good service.

Date of experience: 12/13/24
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Top Critical Review

“Phone call”

Jose D.
1/4/25

I was called twice about my bill not gone through my credit card when I had a email from my bank showing that went through OK. So by the third time I had to tell the operator to recheck because it was paid. So I don't know why I was called when it was paid on time so looks like one department didn't know what the other department was doing

Date of experience: 12/25/24
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Thumbnail of user gloriaf861
Oklahoma
1 review
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March 14th, 2024
Verified purchase

When calling service was not accepted. One laughed at what I was trying to find out why they didn't get organized on my service call. I still haven't heard from y'all to know if the work will be done

Very negative and disappointed

Reason I chose this business:

The commercial was always good to be interested and help for the customers. Which was not not what I received. Very very disappointed with the service

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Date of experience: March 4, 2024

Thumbnail of user nancyt2098
New Mexico
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August 22nd, 2023
Verified purchase

When I called CarShield I didn't have to wait a long period of time. The customer service person was very professional. I explained my problem with my 2021 Frontier Nissan truck, and she got me the help I needed with starting my truck by sending a Tow Truck service within 30 minutes.

Reason I chose this business:

I like the service CarShield provides too their customers.

Date of experience: August 22, 2023

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Carshield R. – CarShield Rep

Thank you for the kind words. We are pleased to hear you found our service helpful! If you have any other questions, don't hesitate to contact us.

Thumbnail of user johnn3122
Arizona
1 review
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March 4th, 2024
Verified purchase

Really pleased with the service fast and easy will recommend Carshield to other people and my friends no hassles at the place I took my truck to to get it serviced, and no paperwork that I had to fill out

Date of experience: March 4, 2024

Thumbnail of user lynnh927
Washington
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March 14th, 2024
Verified purchase

3 weeks after dropping off my car my mechanic says he's still received no parts. No one told me a thing. They're also willing to pay less than half the labor and won't pay for a safety issue.

Date of experience: March 4, 2024

Thumbnail of user afraf6
Georgia
1 review
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September 7th, 2023
Verified purchase

Well the claims I had there is always something so nothing ends up being paid mainly. Not sure what we buy this insurance for sometimes and that's why I don't have it anymore too many little loop holes and that is not fair for customers be straight up and not paint a great picture and then you get the run around. Same with the appliance insurance that I got through carshield which was homeshield then changed to homesafe but when you put in a claim it is Armis, what the world all these different names that sounds already fishy and if they don't do my claim this time I will take a attorney and go after them. Tired of paying to these places and then if you get the policy they don't tell you anything about age of appliances and then you don't get the paperwork in the mail after you pay month then something happens and the claim be denied either carshield / homeshield with some excuse ridiculous in my eyes!

Reps find all kinds of excuses, stuff that is suppose to go into the system ends up not entered then you call back have to say the same thing over and over. Need better employees or a better system either way it is annoying most times. The only thing all of them are good at is to change your credit card in the system so the payment loyally keeps coming makes me sick to my stomach.

Reason I chose this business:

Believed the lies from the policy seller on the phone

Service

Date of experience: August 8, 2023

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Carshield R. – CarShield Rep

We're definitely sorry to see you go and appreciate your time to leave a review. If you ever want a start back up with us, we're just a phone call away!

Thumbnail of user barbt114
South Carolina
1 review
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April 23rd, 2024

Currently, I have two active policies with CarShield for different vehicles which were taken out approximately five years. Recently (last two years) I began having issues, I reached out to confirm my policy coverage. After American Auto Shield confirmed I have convertible top coverage for the motor, they instructed me to have the dealership call for an authorization after the diagnosis. This is when the communication failed and the authorization was denied as not covered on my plan. American Auto Shield denied in error and ultimately it took almost two years to get a partial reimbursement. I was told by a supervisor to call the company who sold me the coverage because American Auto Shield has denied it and they will not change that decision regardless of who I speak with.
Often my experience is negative, rude customer service and transfers to departments that have no one available. A separate incident: Roadside misquoted my towing coverage because they confused the two policies and will only reimbursed a smaller amount of the paid receipt.
I have expressed concerns about service or lack of service, long list of repair shops that do not work on Mercedes, out of pocket expenses for covered parts grossly exceeding my deductible and unresolved claims for covered repairs.
The current CarShield commercials and CarShield sales are not deductible only for covered parts I has not been my personal experience. My out of pocket for covered parts have far exceeded my deductible.

Products used:
CarShield, American Auto Shield Extended Warranty

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Date of experience: April 13, 2024

Thumbnail of user suellenb10
Pennsylvania
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October 2nd, 2023
Verified purchase

I was scammed & had to get a new card. By the time I would receive my new card, the billing date went by. They were very understanding & waited for my call with my new card #. No overdue payments. Thank you carshield!

Very understanding & helpful. Reps are friendly & listen to your problem. They take care of every question & handle your questions very promptly. Very good service!!!

Reason I chose this business:

I am a widow & enjoy the peace of mind I have with car shield. Not everything is covered but I know most of any problems will be within my meager budget. Thanks…

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Date of experience: October 2, 2023

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Carshield R. – CarShield Rep

We appreciate your support and review. If you have any questions about your policy don't hesitate to give us a call!

Thumbnail of user michaelo2552
Tennessee
1 review
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April 12th, 2024
Verified purchase

I was called when I was waiting to truck fixed and car shield represenative told me what you were going to pay. Awesome service. Just hoping next experience will be the same. Thanks

Reason I chose this business:

No more warranty on truck and didn't want to get hit with a major breakdown. Also it's affordable. Thanks

Date of experience: April 2, 2024

Thumbnail of user keithh1324
Texas
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December 14th, 2023
Verified purchase

Approval given for repairs and then won't pay for the repairs. Won't pay for the rent car after approval. Weeks of a run-a-round, then told the check was on the way, GUESS WHAT no check and the stall starts all over again

Lies and more lies

Reason I chose this business:

They asked me for my business

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Date of experience: December 7, 2023

Thumbnail of user doloress220
Florida
1 review
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December 21st, 2023
Verified purchase

I would like to be inform by e-mail that my payment was made. I asked for it last month and received it. I think that when you make a payment you should send automatically to e-mails every momth. You take our money send and e-mail. We shouldn't have to beg for our receipt every month. You should have my e-mail on file.

Look at previous box.

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Date of experience: December 14, 2023

Thumbnail of user rodb220
New York
1 review
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February 1st, 2024
Verified purchase

While on a trip to San Diego my cars engine went haywire, I limped it to the shop and the mechanic diagnosed the problem. We contacted Carshield and sent the estimate and from there on everything went as planned and Car Shield took care of everything.

Reason I chose this business:

Their plan sounded great and it was.

Date of experience: February 1, 2024

Thumbnail of user teresah1387
Texas
2 reviews
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December 15th, 2023
Verified purchase

This was my second claim. First claim was on my windshield wiper motor. The second claim was for my transmission. They paid for my car rental as well as having my transmission REBUILT. I had to pay $73.00 for labor. I believe Car Shield should pay for ALL of the labor charges. However, I do APPRECIATE Car Shield!

Reason I chose this business:

Television ? advertisements for Car Shield.

Date of experience: December 15, 2023

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Carshield R. – CarShield Rep

We’re happy to help. Let us know if you need anything else.

Thumbnail of user johnm12721
Netherlands
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September 13th, 2023
Verified purchase

My 2001 Silverado's Alison transmission went out. It took over 7 weeks for Car Shield to locate a transmission (located one at a junkyard) took over a week to get it delivered. There was no idea what condition the transmission was in. There was one of the filters that Car Shield would not cover. The adjuster said it was a normal maintenance filter that was the owner's responsibility. I WAS NOT THE OWNER at this time. The automatic transmission selector was also not operational with the "new" transmission. Again, owner responsibility.

Read your contract, read your contract. PERIOD. I didn't even get a rental car to save Car Shield money. Total lack of customer service.

Reason I chose this business:

I thought it would do what the commercial said. Fix the vehicle.

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Date of experience: August 14, 2023

Thumbnail of user rogerw1204
New Mexico
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December 5th, 2023
Verified purchase

My car was getting hard to startup when i needed to drive it, so i thought i needed a tune-up. So i took down to the machanic, and i knew i had to come out of my pocket to pay for this.So the machanic check it out came and told me i had a Cam Shaft Sensor that played out, this is more than a tune-up i thought, to have this Sensor fix cost $600.00 after my $100.00 deductable... They called Car Shield and it was fixed, no problem, Thank You Car Shield...

Excellent Service

Reason I chose this business:

Somebody told me about Car Shield, then I say it on TV..

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Date of experience: December 5, 2023

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Carshield R. – CarShield Rep

We're happy to hear this. Let us know if you need anything else.

Thumbnail of user cynthiag1845
Arizona
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April 14th, 2024
Verified purchase

I was Supposed to call them at 7 AM this particular morning.They woke me up and called me now.How great is that? I got great customer service and they were concerned 💯

Awesome customer service

Reason I chose this business:

Because of the Commercial

Service

Date of experience: April 4, 2024

Thumbnail of user robertp3239
Washington
2 reviews
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September 16th, 2023
Verified purchase

When I called car shield and told him what was going on and told him I had to cut car towed to my mechanic then my mechanic told me the motor was no good it blew and car shield was the best because they put up five grand and that helped me out a lot I appreciate it car shield you are the best

The customer service with car shield is great again thank you car shield

Reason I chose this business:

I seen the TV ad I was a little skeptical at for us and then I said no I'm going to go for it I went for it and I'm glad I went for it and again car shield is the best

Date of experience: August 17, 2023

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Carshield R. – CarShield Rep

Thank you for the kind words. We are pleased to hear you found our service helpful! If you have any other questions, don't hesitate to contact us.

Thumbnail of user sheltony1
New Mexico
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January 1st, 2024
Verified purchase

Hear lots of complaints/just make sure b4 u sign up for car shield you have all records of maintenance & u don't have a existing problem that adjuster are very knowledgeable at what they do my parts they order weren't no used parts OME same as dealership parts my part arrived in 3 days after I made claim 2k dollars they approved me for another 4.500$ in work may be lil more if I'm off but I only pay outta pocket 1800$ for hoses and things that aren't covered it's no scam at all I have a 2014 s 550 they sent me text constantly up dating u on what's going on took 3/4 days to get approved all msg were via text

Reason I chose this business:

Had a car with no warranty so for over a year I paid cash for all services saw commercial on tv looked on line saw 2 other good car warranty places just decided go with Carshield it’s no scam at all

Date of experience: January 1, 2024

Thumbnail of user josephy586
New York
1 review
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November 6th, 2023
Verified purchase

Very poor service. They told me they will fix the car. The next day they said they are takung me off the contract. Because of the miles. Very unfair. I guess the price was to much. I have been with carshield a year. This is really sad. I will be filing a complaint

Not good

Reason I chose this business:

I throught it was the best.

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Date of experience: October 30, 2023

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Carshield R. – CarShield Rep

Even though we are sorry to see you go as a customer, we hope you keep us in mind for the future. If there is anything more we can do for you, please give us a call.

Thumbnail of user c.hrystalelainen
North Carolina
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January 11th, 2024
Verified purchase

I called CS and the woman told me to get my car repaired and call the 800# that she gave me. I had my car windows repaired, paid the mechanic, and called the 800#, and was told that they had NOTHING giving me permission to get the work done. The work needed to be done regardless of who paid, your company or me, but I lost money by paying the monthly payments.

I WAS TOLD THAT I WAS NOT GIVEN PERMISSION TO GET THE REPAIRS DONE.

Reason I chose this business:

I THOUGHT FOR SURE THAT YOUR COMPANY COULD BE TRUSTED.

Date of experience: January 4, 2024

Thumbnail of user sheliaw103
South Carolina
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January 11th, 2024
Verified purchase

I had Carshield over a year they are quick to say they will help when your car break down but they don't stand behind their word. They Have Vivca Fox and Ice T promoting Carshield they are full of $#*!!. My daughter needed a motor but they were quick to say it wasn't covered so why in the Hell had I been paying this coverage that they wouldn't cover. I would advise everybody to stay away from this company because they want pay for the big problems barley pay for the small ones. They are always looking for a way out not to pay. I believe I'm going to turn them over the better business bureau. Don't do it don't go with Carshield they want pay. After they didn't pay I dropped their $#*! like a bad habit.

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Date of experience: January 4, 2024

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Carshield R. – CarShield Rep

We apologize if you feel this way. We do go over what is covered with you on the initial phone call and also send you the policy.

Even though we are sorry to see you go as a customer, we hope you keep us in mind for the future. If there is anything more we can do for you, please give us a call.

Thumbnail of user corneliusw39
Texas
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April 11th, 2024
Verified purchase

I have tried several times to get my repairs done by Car Shield. Sometimes the repair is not covered and sometimes you want me to use your parts which delays the repair with no rental car.

I have tried several times to get my repairs done by Car Shield. Sometimes the repair is not covered and sometimes you want me to use your parts which delays the repair with no rental car.

Reason I chose this business:

I guess that I am a glutton for change.

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Date of experience: April 1, 2024

Thumbnail of user annas2248
North Carolina
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February 7th, 2024
Verified purchase

I have not had the opportunity to use this service yet! Hope it will be a long time. It's still satisfying knowing it's there if ever need it!
Anna Stockton

Date of experience: February 7, 2024

Thumbnail of user anthonyk1117
Texas
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January 2nd, 2024
Verified purchase

Carshield doesn't stand by the contract warranty. I had to go back an forth eith them to finally agree to pay for the part that my car needed to be repaired. Then they didn't want to pay for programming the part that my car needed. I was already frustrated about my car needing to be repaired then Carshield added to my frustration. I wouldn't recommend Carshield to anyone.

When talked to them about towing my vehicle everything went well but when it was time to cover the part that my car needed they didn't want to pay for the part. I had to talk to several customer service representatives and some of them were very rude and disrespectful. I pay for Platinum coverage but received harsh and disrespectful customer service. Shameful how they treat consumers.

Reason I chose this business:

I thought it was a good car warranty company. I was totally wrong, Carshield has another company (American Auto Shield) that handles the warranties when your car needs to be repaired.

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Date of experience: December 26, 2023

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Carshield R. – CarShield Rep

We apologize if you feel this way. We do go over what is covered with you on the initial phone call and also send you the policy. If there is anything more we can do for you, please give us a call.

Thumbnail of user johnb12820
Pennsylvania
1 review
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April 14th, 2024
Verified purchase

I purchased a new car and had no need for my current CarShield policy. The customer service representative was very accommodating in helping me to cancel my policy with no problems.

Reason I chose this business:

I did my research and found only good responses regarding this service.

Date of experience: April 4, 2024

Thumbnail of user estherw185
Arizona
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June 13th, 2024
Verified purchase

I never used car shield, I called about my engine light coming on. But they didn't tell me how to go about it. I needed more information

Reason I chose this business:

To be on the safe side

Date of experience: June 3, 2024

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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.

Business History

Since forming in 2005, CarShield has had the privilege of protecting over two million vehicles. With every vehicle, our goal is to provide exceptional experience by providing every owner of a vehicle with a dependable, reliable, and affordable solution to unexpected and costly repairs. CarShield is committed to being a financial shield in a time of need.

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