Boat Shield · Marine Warranty Center

When the factory warranty ends,
Boat Shield picks up.

NBOA's Marine Warranty Center is dedicated to helping boat owners eliminate excessive, out-of-pocket expenses from unforeseen breakdowns — with Boat Shield, our extended marine warranty package. Available in 49 states (CA excluded) for vessels up to 15 years old.

Get started

Start with a quote — or apply direct.

A Boat Shield quote takes about five minutes to request and is returned within 24 hours. You'll need your vessel's make, model, year, and engine configuration. A Warranty Center specialist matches you to the right plan tier and pricing from there.

Apply for a warranty quote
Or call the Warranty Center direct: (800) 991-9007
What it is

A service contract, not a policy.

Boat Shield is an extended marine service contract offered through NBOA's Warranty Center. It's designed to cover the unexpected repair costs that come with today's increasingly complex marine products — the steep, out-of-pocket bills that drive potential and existing boat owners away from the category.

Marine insurance covers accidents, theft, and storm damage. Boat Shield covers mechanical breakdowns: a blown head gasket, a failed trim pump, a shot lower unit. Two different products — most owners of out-of-warranty boats carry both.

What Boat Shield includes

Comprehensive engine + accessory protection.

Boat Shield plans are built around propulsion first and tailored to the equipment on your specific boat type — runabout, pontoon, ski boat, cruiser, and beyond. Key program benefits:

  • Covers expert service from any manufacturer-authorized facility nationwide
  • Long-term engine and accessory coverage, with major mechanical engine parts covered and entire assemblies replaced if necessary
  • Comprehensive engine package protection and major accessory protection throughout the vessel
  • Plans tailored to the equipment of your boat type
  • Available with or without engine protection, depending on remaining factory coverage
  • Up to 10 years total of transferable New Boat Coverage
  • Up to 5 years Pre-Owned Engine and Accessory Coverage
Types of coverage

Plans built around your boat.

  • Inboard, Stern Drive, and Jet Drive Engine Coverage
  • Outboard Engine Coverage
  • POD Drive System Coverage
  • Accessory Coverage
  • Cruising Coverage
  • Bass, Flats, and Bay Boat Coverage
  • Sport Fish Coverage
  • Runabout Coverage
  • Sailboat Cruising Coverage
  • Ski/Wakeboard Boat Coverage
  • Navigation Coverage
  • Generator Coverage
  • Trailer Coverage
Eligibility

Who qualifies.

  • Recreational vessels up to 15 years old at time of application
  • Inboard, sterndrive, outboard, jet, and POD-driven vessels
  • Available in 49 states — California is excluded
  • Plans offered with or without engine coverage, depending on remaining factory warranty
Why it matters

Marine repair bills aren't like car repair bills.

Parts are lower-volume, service rates are higher, and most jobs include haul-out and splash fees on top of labor. A failed outboard, a worn lower unit, or a generator that won't fire can turn a weekend on the water into a four- or five-figure repair with very little warning.

That's the math owners are running when they call the Warranty Center. A single covered claim on a major propulsion component typically exceeds the full cost of the contract — and the contract keeps paying out across its term.

Factory vs. Boat Shield

How they compare.

Factory warranty
Typically 1–5 years from original in-service date
Boat Shield extended
Up to 10 years on new boats, up to 5 years on pre-owned
Factory warranty
Void if you sell the boat to a second owner (most brands)
Boat Shield extended
Transferable to the next owner when you sell
Factory warranty
Covers manufacturing defects only
Boat Shield extended
Covers mechanical breakdown from wear and use
Factory warranty
Service at dealer of purchasing brand only
Boat Shield extended
Service at any manufacturer-authorized facility nationwide
Factory warranty
Expires — and repair costs hit your wallet at 100%
Boat Shield extended
Boat Shield pays the shop directly for covered repairs
How a claim works

The flow, step by step.

  • Boat breaks down — you haul to a manufacturer-authorized marine shop
  • Shop diagnoses the failure and calls the Warranty Center at (800) 991-9007
  • Warranty Center authorizes the repair on covered components
  • Shop performs the repair; Boat Shield pays the shop directly
  • You handle your deductible plus any non-covered items (wear parts, fluids, cosmetic)

Questions or changes to a quote are handled by NBOA's Warranty Sales Representatives — friendly, knowledgeable, and available 24/7. Claims aren't routed to a distant third-party administrator.

Getting a quote

Fast, with flexible payment.

Complete NBOA's Boat Shield Warranty Request Form and a specialist will return a quote within 24 hours. If you'd rather talk it through first, the Warranty Center answers direct at (800) 991-9007.

NBOA offers a variety of payment installment options so the contract premium doesn't have to land as a single up-front expense.

Frequently asked

Questions & answers

Is Boat Shield insurance?
No. Insurance covers accidents, theft, and storm damage — Boat Shield covers mechanical breakdown. Two different products. Most out-of-warranty boat owners carry both. If you're looking for insurance, start at /boat-insurance.
My boat is 12 years old. Can I still get covered?
Yes — vessels up to 15 years old at time of application qualify for Boat Shield. Pre-owned plans cover engine and accessories for up to 5 years from enrollment, so a 12-year-old boat can be continuously covered into its later teens.
Does the warranty transfer if I sell the boat?
Yes. Boat Shield contracts are transferable to the next owner, which often adds to resale value. The Warranty Center handles the paperwork.
Where can I get my boat serviced under the contract?
Any manufacturer-authorized marine service facility nationwide. You're not locked to the dealer who sold you the boat — useful if you bought used or if you've moved since purchase.
How fast will I get a quote?
Quotes are returned within 24 hours of submitting the Warranty Request Form. If you need to talk through coverage options first, call the Warranty Center direct at (800) 991-9007.
Can I pay for the contract over time?
Yes. NBOA offers a variety of payment installment options so you don't have to cover the full premium up front.
Next step

Start with a quote — or apply direct.

A Boat Shield quote takes about five minutes to request and is returned within 24 hours. You'll need your vessel's make, model, year, and engine configuration. A Warranty Center specialist matches you to the right plan tier and pricing from there.

Apply for a warranty quote
Or call the Warranty Center direct: (800) 991-9007

Extend coverage before the factory warranty runs out.

Plans cost less to enroll while your engine is still inside its factory-warranty window.