How Long Do Car Batteries Last?

The average vehicle battery life is about three to four years, although that may vary depending on the make and model. It is important to ensure that your Honda battery is always in good condition, and if you suspect your battery is on its way out, plan on having it replaced as soon as possible. Learn more about your Honda car battery from the experts at Weir Canyon Honda, and schedule your next battery change with our Service Center in Anaheim. 

Average Vehicle Battery Life 

Your Honda car battery starts your vehicle, so you’ll want to make sure it is free of corrosion and always fully charged. Scheduling a battery change every three to four years is a good way to avoid issues. 

As with oil changes, tire rotation, and brake service, car battery replacement is a crucial part of your Honda maintenance schedule. At Weir Canyon Honda, our service team will regularly inspect your Honda battery as part of your routine maintenance service. Additionally, there are several factors that can negatively affect battery life. These include:

• Driving Habits: If you don’t do a lot of driving, or if you leave your vehicle sitting for long periods of time, it can decrease the effectiveness of your car’s battery.
• Lights: One of the most common ways to deplete the power in your car battery is leaving the headlights on after you have stopped and parked the vehicle. While you can jump-start the battery to recharge it, frequent jump starts can shorten battery life. 
• Climate and Location: Driving in a hot climate year-round will weaken your battery more than if you drive in a cooler climate. 

What Are the Signs Your Car Battery is Low? 

Here are some of the warning signs that indicate your Honda car battery may be failing: 

• Check engine light is on 
• The engine is slow to start 
• Car lights are dim
• Electric issues (cell phone charger, heated seats, etc. aren’t working) 
• The battery terminals are corroded 
• The battery case looks warped or misshapen 

The safest way to avoid dealing with a dead battery is to schedule a battery change every three to four years. Luckily, your Honda battery is covered by a warranty:

• The original battery that is installed in your new Honda vehicle is covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 3 years or 36,000 miles. 
• A replacement battery purchased from an authorized Honda dealer like Weir Canyon Honda comes with a warranty that provides coverage for 100 months. This includes free replacement and installation in the first 36 months if the battery is found to be defective. For the remaining 64 months, you are entitled to receive a credit towards the purchase of a new battery based on current retail prices at the time.

Schedule a Car Battery Change at Weir Canyon Honda! 

Looking for a new Honda car battery near Irvine? Visit our Parts Center. Need battery service or replacement in the Yorba Linda area? Our certified service technicians are here to help. Make sure to check out the savings offered in our current parts specials and service coupons, and if you have any questions, please contact our Service Center. Our technicians are dedicated to keeping your Honda running smooth and safe on Tustin-area roads and beyond!