How long do I have to return a core battery to Walmart?

Walmart will accept car battery returns and exchanges within 90 days of purchase if that battery is faulty, unused, or doesn’t fit a battery mount. When returning a car battery to Walmart, customers should have the original packaging and receipt to receive a cash refund, exchange, or store credit.

Does Walmart give money back for battery core?

Walmarts battery core charge program is an initiative for customers to return old car batteries for recycling. If returning a car battery purchased from Walmart in-store, customers can receive a $5-$20 battery core charge refund received in cash or store credit.

How do I get my core charge back?

To receive your Core Charge refund, you can do either of the following:

1. Bring the part to any Advance Auto Parts store along with your receipt or packing slip.
2. Mail the part back to Advance Auto Parts following the directions on your packing slip.

Does Walmart charge car batteries for free?

Walmart will install your battery free of charge (that is at no extra cost to you, not without the battery being fully charged with electricity LOL) provided the battery was bought from Walmart at the time of fitting.

Will Walmart check my battery for free?

Does Walmart check car batteries for free? Walmart Auto Care Center will test and install a new battery for free. It is important to note that not all Walmart stores have Auto Car Care Centers. Typically Walmart Supercenters have auto care centers, so those will test your car battery for free.

How long does it take to get core charge back?

How long does it take to get my core deposit? Once the return is delivered back to the manufacturer for inspection and grading, it can take 7-10 business days for your credit to process.

Can you get a core charge back anywhere?

One local retailer will only give core refund if you have a receipt. A second retailer will give a core credit against the purchase of a new battery, no cash though. There is a wreck yard about an hour away that will give cash for a core no mater where it came from.

Does Walmart charge for car battery installation?

Walmart does not charge to install a new battery. If you buy it from a store with no auto service center, you will have to install the battery independently.

Why does Walmart charge a core charge on batteries?

If you purchase a new battery without exchanging an old one, Walmart will charge you a core fee (amount varies according to the state you live in but typically $5-$9), designed to encourage consumers to return their old batteries so they don’t end up in landfills. Also, why is there a core charge on batteries?

Does Walmart charge for bad batteries?

If a customer does not bring in a bad battery in exchange for their newly purchased one, there will be a Walmart battery core charge. This fee is charged anywhere batteries can be purchased and is done to keep them from ending up in local landfills.

Does Walmart take old batteries for a refund?

The short answer is: Yes, Walmart really wants you to bring your old heavy beat up ugly battery to the Customer Service Desk. That’s where Walmart does refunds and where they will give you a core refund on your old battery. I also strongly recommend putting the old battery in a shopping cart.

What is Walmart’s return and exchange policy for car batteries?

Now you know that Walmart offers a return and exchange policy for its batteries. They have three car battery types to choose from and each comes with a separate warranty. Returns may be completed within 90 days of purchasing for a replacement or refund. Be sure to bring in your old battery to take advantage of their disposal service.