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CarShield has a rating of 4.3 stars from 3,697 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with CarShield most frequently mention customer service, repair shop, and great experience. CarShield ranks 1st among Auto Repair sites.

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Positive reviews (last 12 months): 80.1%
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Top Positive Review

“A Satisfied Customer”

Starr P.
12/19/24

I've been a member of Carshield's Warranty Program for quite a few years. During this time, I've had to do maintenance on several vehicle parts. When claims were called in for approval I must say the dealership handling all repairs have been received positively wit prompt and immediate responses for claim verification. I have been blessed to not have my price portions to be above what I felt was reasonable. All claims are received, quoted a price with repairer, and paid upon completion of work. Yes! I'm a satisfied and pleased customer with CarShield and my repair dealership, Firestone for excellent care and showmanship of service! Thank you CarShield for respecting the needs of your customer, Starr Paul

Date of experience: 12/9/24
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Top Critical Review

“The replacement part works perfectly, but I had to pay extra for programming it.”

Barry M.
12/28/24

The cost to replace the faulty touch screen on my car was covered by Car Shield. However, I was not expecting that Car Shield does does not cover the cost off programming it so it will function properly.

Date of experience: 12/18/24
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Thumbnail of user sandrab3876
Ohio
1 review
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March 6th, 2024
Verified purchase

My first experience with Car Shield couldn't have been better! They quickly approved my repairs on my transmission replacement. I'm so glad that I have the coverage I chose, as my Jeep is a 2002 but has only over 100,000 miles on it. So, I intend to keep it and enjoy it!

Reason I chose this business:

I looked into other companies and talked with my repair shop regarding the services Car Shield provides. That positive reaction made my decision for me.

Date of experience: March 6, 2024

Thumbnail of user jacko607
Arizona
2 reviews
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March 17th, 2024
Verified purchase

After subscribing to car shield for over 2 years we tried to use it at our dealership...they would not accept it...recently we tried to use it and were denied for several reason including wrong vin number and misspelled name.

Would not cover our repair

Reason I chose this business:

We were told we could use our dealership

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Date of experience: March 7, 2024

Thumbnail of user chrisn1300
Virginia
1 review
1 helpful vote
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March 4th, 2024
Verified purchase

I have not had to actually use the repair part of Car Shield, and I am grateful for that, but their customer service is top notch. During my sign-up phase and questions that I had after were addressed immediately, professionally and even though I couldn't see the rep I could tell they had a smile on their face and were happy to assist me. I am very happy so far.

Reason I chose this business:

They offered all the services I was shopping for and at a fair cost.

Date of experience: March 4, 2024

Thumbnail of user adama996
New Mexico
1 review
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March 1st, 2024
Verified purchase
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Car shield was there on the spot with assistance.they never once batted an eye to help me. They called the Cadillac dealership within less than an hour to approve coverage. I am very satisfied with my Car Shield Purchase.

Reason I chose this business:

I have always heard good things about Carshield and was impressed when I called to sign up.

Date of experience: March 1, 2024

Just purchased
August 18th, 2023
Verified purchase
• Previous review

I have not had to use them at this time. I really don't have any experience yet.

Reason I chose this business:

Because I have seen their commercials on TV

Date of experience: August 18, 2023

Thumbnail of user davidb11691
Oklahoma
1 review
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March 7th, 2024
Verified purchase

When you call, you talk to real people and they are professional. They walk you through process and give you what you need to protect your investment for a very reasonable monthly premium. I'm very pleased being on their team!

Reason I chose this business:

To protect my wallet from a major auto repair

Date of experience: March 7, 2024

Thumbnail of user kevinp2014
Vermont
1 review
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March 1st, 2024
Verified purchase

I have leased new Toyota Camrys 4 times now which is a total of 12 years ending in 2023. I didn't stop leasing due to disappointments, but because I decided to buy out the lease in November, 2023. I've been used to having all my service and parts taken care of under Toyota's excellent vehicle protection policies, however, I never had a problem with all 4 Camrys. Now that I financed my current car, I wanted to make sure I have peace of mind when it comes to protecting myself against potentially expensive parts and labor as time goes by. I looked into many of the top car protection plans from the top companies, and finally decided to look into more details from Car Shield. I feel like I'm in good hands should I have any hefty repair expenses to deal with down the road.

Reason I chose this business:

I chose Car Shield because they offer outstanding services with their own Administrators which would have been reason enough to go with them, but they were willing to negotiate my monthly (or annual if desired) bill in a friendly manor without any of the hard sell. The agent was patient with me as I took my time before settling on a reasonable monthly price that worked for both of us. I'm not talking about settling on that price within one phone call on a single day; I took my time over a few days and even included a couple of emails during the negotiation. I feel Car Shield allowed me to have the best of both worlds.

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Date of experience: March 1, 2024

Thumbnail of user carriew528
Alabama
1 review
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May 23rd, 2024
Verified purchase

I am not able to say anything bad about Car Shield.

Reason I chose this business:

I had a neighbor with Car Shield and I watched how concerned and careful they were with her car. Their form of treatment with her car made me choose Car Shield.

Date of experience: May 13, 2024

Thumbnail of user gloriab953
Florida
1 review
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April 12th, 2024
Verified purchase

From the first phone call to Car Shield to the last one made or received, the services was
Excellent. The representatives were: kind, polite and courteous.

Excellent!

Reason I chose this business:

Ice T! LOL!

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Date of experience: April 2, 2024

Thumbnail of user michaelr6917
Maryland
1 review
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April 11th, 2024
Verified purchase

Not much I can say about car Shield except they are absolutely awesome I needed a transmission one was provided I needed a whole new engine one was provided all through car Shield with a minimum expense of labor cost I am completely satisfied with car Shield

Very kind took time to answer all of my questions and put all of my worries to bed

Reason I chose this business:

As they say word of mouth is the best advertisement money cannot buy a friend told me about carshield

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Date of experience: April 1, 2024

Thumbnail of user deandres24
Michigan
1 review
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March 4th, 2024
Verified purchase

Carshield helped me out alot, the experience is stressful until you get approved, the only downside I see, is that they should try to give u a better part instead of one that almost have as many miles as your old one

Date of experience: March 4, 2024

Thumbnail of user roberte2560
Kentucky
1 review
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May 16th, 2024
Verified purchase

Our CV joints went out on our car took to repair shop. It was fixed and carshield paid the bill.

Reason I chose this business:

It’s the best on the market and very dependable!

Date of experience: May 6, 2024

Thumbnail of user davidz1214
Texas
1 review
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April 11th, 2024
Verified purchase

The lady I spoke with was nice and helpful. She answered all my questions, and was able to help find me additional credits to help reduce the monthly price.

Reason I chose this business:

It was a name that I had heard before. I wanted to deal with a reputable company that was nationwide.

Date of experience: April 1, 2024

Thumbnail of user charlesd2298
Indiana
1 review
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April 14th, 2024
Verified purchase

My vehicle is currently being worked on at Coleman Taylor Memphis I am satisfied that it will be done to the best of their ability and car shield has made that possible

Date of experience: April 4, 2024

Thumbnail of user billa924
Wisconsin
1 review
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April 11th, 2024
Verified purchase

So far, I haven't had a need to use the car shield. So, it would hard to judge it at this time.All the contacts that I have made have been satisfactory.

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Date of experience: April 1, 2024

Thumbnail of user deloresh118
Virginia
1 review
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April 12th, 2024
Verified purchase

I've been wanting to give it a try, and I'm so glad I did. The young man I talk to was very professional and he gave me a lo0cked rate something that I could afford. I so appreciate Car Shield.

Reason I chose this business:

The commercial. And Vivica Fox of course

Date of experience: April 2, 2024

Thumbnail of user lucretiab17
Wisconsin
1 review
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March 14th, 2024
Verified purchase

"Every time I call, I am told that a certain service is covered. However, when I call back after a couple of weeks, I am informed that it is not covered. This inconsistency makes me unsatisfied because I am unable to get accurate information."

Reason I chose this business:

My purpose for the car shield was to be able to provide me service when I least have the money and affordable cost to me for repairs

Date of experience: March 4, 2024

Thumbnail of user jayb1555
Florida
1 review
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March 11th, 2024
Verified purchase

I tried calling to stop my policy and was told I didn't have one, but you didn't mind taking $85 out of my checking account every month. So I called my back and had them make sure you can't take anymore out.

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Date of experience: March 1, 2024

Thumbnail of user jimmyt273
South Carolina
1 review
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March 14th, 2024
Verified purchase

Don't get want pay i thought day was good. Took my car to shop & they said it was the motor & they said no to the claim.I did everything I suppose 2 do. And they did not pay. They told me that the timing belt had to hit the motor. A lot of bull. & I still had to pay the man that checked the car

Bad

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Date of experience: March 4, 2024

Thumbnail of user bambim26
Pennsylvania
1 review
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April 11th, 2024
Verified purchase

The first person I spoke with didn't have all the information correct with what Car Shield covers.
The second person I spoke with was more knowledgeable and put me more at ease.

Reason I chose this business:

To cover my vehicle for break downs and roadside assistance.

Date of experience: April 1, 2024

Thumbnail of user stephenm3128
Maryland
1 review
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March 11th, 2024
Verified purchase

Car Shield presents itself as an extended warranty. Then has clauses in the fine print that allows the to not pay a claim. They also use pressure to get you to out a policy before you can read the fine print.

We understand that we took your money but our policy is written in a way so we don’t have to pay a claim. Had I been told Car Shield will not pay for moving engine part I would have never taken out a policy.

Reason I chose this business:

Thought it was a reputable company. Man was I wrong……

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Date of experience: March 1, 2024

Thumbnail of user karenp3054
Minnesota
1 review
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March 1st, 2024
Verified purchase

Needed to call CarShield to find out what I had signed up for when I would be getting my materials etc. representative was very knowledgeable helpful funny and explained everything to me. It was a great call.

Date of experience: March 1, 2024

Thumbnail of user alfredos77
Michigan
1 review
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March 4th, 2024
Verified purchase

I recently had to inquire about my CarShield account and the customer service was awesome.the agent was detailed and thorough and solved my issues. So thank you I hope every experience is like this one.

Reason I chose this business:

Because owning an older vehicle you have to consider these types of programs in no order to protect myself and my truck.

Date of experience: March 4, 2024

Thumbnail of user terrya940
West Virginia
1 review
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March 11th, 2024
Verified purchase

We've been waiting three weeks now for the adjuster to show up for the approval to get our transmission repaired. The other garages we went to wouldn't except Car Shield because of very slow payments. Now I can understand their not excepting Car Shield! Time is not on our side with this being our only vehicle. We paid our money up front to purchase this plan so it's time for Car Shield to honor their part!

They do their best to get you answers.

Reason I chose this business:

Because they’re very well advertised and I thought they would be an asset.

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Date of experience: March 1, 2024

Thumbnail of user andrewc2312
Washington
2 reviews
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March 14th, 2024
Verified purchase

From the time the claim started to getting my car back i had to keep calling to see what was being done contact from car shield it took over a month or close to a month to get my car back and with out a car i lost a hundred dollars a day out of pocket i know if our policy does't give a rental they should try to get our vehicle back as soon as they can

They picked up my car right away

Reason I chose this business:

Thought it would be a good safety net to have

Service

Date of experience: March 4, 2024

Thumbnail of user srickyw
Tennessee
1 review
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May 16th, 2024
Verified purchase

Very good and professional. And they respond right on time. I would recommend anybody to them.

Reason I chose this business:

Because they are known for great service.

Date of experience: May 6, 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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