What Makes a Hyundai Certified Pre-Owned?

Pre-Owned Certification Vehicle Process at Bob Brady Hyundai

A Hyundai vehicle becomes a Hyundai Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle by meeting Hyundai’s initial eligibility requirements, completing a 173-point inspection, addressing items that do not meet program standards, and satisfying the requirements for certification. At Bob Brady Hyundai in Decatur, IL, shoppers can explore Certified Pre-Owned Hyundai models that have completed this process and include eligible factory-backed ownership benefits.

Understanding each step can help you see what separates a Hyundai Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle from a standard pre-owned vehicle. From determining initial eligibility to completing the inspection and receiving certification, Hyundai establishes specific requirements a vehicle must meet before it can qualify for the program. Visit Bob Brady Hyundai to explore our Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle inventory and learn more about the certification process.

What Hyundai Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Certification Means

Hyundai certification is the manufacturer’s official Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle program. A vehicle does not become certified simply because it is a newer Hyundai with lower mileage. It must meet program eligibility requirements and successfully complete Hyundai’s inspection process.

The process evaluates the vehicle’s condition, major mechanical systems, safety equipment, and other components before certification. Here is how a qualifying Hyundai moves through the process.

Step 1: Confirm the Vehicle Meets Eligibility Requirements

Before the inspection begins, the vehicle must first qualify for consideration under Hyundai’s Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle program. This initial step prevents vehicles outside Hyundai’s established age or mileage limits from moving forward in the certification process.

• Vehicle must be six model years old or newer
• Vehicle must have fewer than 80,000 miles
• Vehicle must meet Hyundai Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle program requirements

Meeting these initial qualifications does not automatically make a vehicle certified. Instead, it allows the vehicle to move forward to the detailed inspection process.

Step 2: Complete Hyundai’s 173-Point Inspection

After meeting the initial eligibility requirements, a qualifying Hyundai undergoes Hyundai’s 173-point inspection. This evaluation goes beyond a basic walk-around by examining mechanical components, safety equipment, interior and exterior condition, and vehicle operation.

• Engine performance, transmission operation, and electrical systems
• Steering, suspension, brakes, tires and wheels
• Lighting, safety equipment and HVAC operation
• Interior features and exterior condition
• Overall road performance

Electric, hybrid and plug-in hybrid Hyundai models may follow a slightly different inspection checklist designed to account for components specific to their powertrains. The purpose of this inspection is to determine whether the vehicle satisfies Hyundai’s standards throughout the areas included in the certification checklist.

Step 3: Address Items That Do Not Meet Hyundai Standards

Completing the 173-point inspection does not automatically mean a vehicle passes it. If technicians identify an item that does not satisfy Hyundai’s certification standards, that issue must be addressed before the vehicle can qualify as a Hyundai Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle.

Necessary repairs or corrections are completed so the vehicle can meet applicable program requirements. A vehicle that does not satisfy those requirements cannot simply be labeled certified and offered as part of the Hyundai Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle inventory.

This step is an important distinction between certification and a basic vehicle inspection. The process is not simply about identifying the condition of the vehicle. It requires the vehicle to meet Hyundai’s established standards before moving forward.

Step 4: Verify the Vehicle Meets Certification Requirements

Once the inspection has been completed and necessary items have been addressed, the vehicle must satisfy Hyundai’s program requirements before certification is approved.

• Met applicable age requirements
• Remained within the program’s mileage limit
• Completed the required inspection process
• Addressed applicable items identified during inspection
• Satisfied Hyundai’s certification standards

Only after completing the applicable requirements can the vehicle become a Hyundai Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle.

For shoppers, this means the word “certified” represents a defined manufacturer program rather than simply a dealership description of a vehicle’s condition.

Step 5: Receive Hyundai Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Benefits

Certification does more than indicate that the vehicle completed Hyundai’s eligibility and inspection requirements. Hyundai Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles also include factory-backed ownership benefits.

• Remaining 5-year/60,000-mile Comprehensive Limited Warranty
• Remainder of Hyundai’s 10-year/100,000-mile Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Powertrain Limited Warranty
• 10-year/unlimited-mile Roadside Assistance
• Complimentary CARFAX® Vehicle History Report
• Available hybrid and electric battery warranty coverage on eligible models

Eligible vehicles may also include a complimentary SiriusXM® trial and complimentary Bluelink® services depending on the model and model year.

Warranty coverage and other program benefits are subject to applicable Hyundai terms, conditions, and eligibility requirements. Ask the Bob Brady Hyundai team for details about the coverage included with the specific Certified Pre-Owned Hyundai you are considering.

Why the Hyundai Certification Process Matters

The step-by-step certification process gives shoppers additional information about what a vehicle must complete before receiving Hyundai Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle status. Instead of relying solely on age, mileage or appearance, certification requires qualifying vehicles to progress through Hyundai’s established process. That includes determining initial eligibility, completing the inspection, addressing applicable issues and satisfying program requirements.

For buyers comparing a Certified Pre-Owned Hyundai with a standard pre-owned vehicle, understanding these steps can make it easier to determine which option fits their priorities.

Shop Hyundai Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles in Decatur, IL

Shopping for a Certified Pre-Owned Hyundai starts with finding a vehicle that fits your driving needs and understanding what its certification includes. At Bob Brady Hyundai in Decatur, IL, our team can help you compare available Certified Pre-Owned Hyundai models, review applicable warranty coverage, and answer questions about the Hyundai certification process.

Browse our Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle inventory, compare available models, and schedule a test drive to experience your preferred vehicle in person. Visit Bob Brady Hyundai today and let our team help you find a Certified Pre-Owned Hyundai that fits your needs and budget.

*Disclaimer: This content was drafted with AI assistance for initial drafting, reviewed by a subject-matter expert for accuracy, and edited by our team of writers and editors.