You might assume most golf club brands provide a standard warranty against manufacturer defects. While each one does offer some form of coverage, it’s not as standardized as you might think. It’s definitely worth confirming before you make a club purchase.
Golf club warranty comparisons
We took a small sampling of golf club warranties and found they run the gamut in length.
| Brand | Length of manufacturer warranty |
| TaylorMade | 2 years |
| Titleist | 1 year |
| COBRA | 1 year from purchase date, 2 years from manufacturer release date |
| Callaway | 2 years |
| PING | “as needed” basis |
| Tour Edge | Lifetime |
TaylorMade
TaylorMade warranties its golf clubs to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the original date of purchase (assuming you purchased from an authorized retailer).
While the warranty does not cover paint scratches, normal wear and tear or cosmetic blemishes, it will provide a refund or replace it with a comparable product if TaylorMade deems your golf club has a manufacturing defect.
The major caveat to the TaylorMade golf club warranty (and what’s likely standard practice among most brands) is it only applies to the original owner. So when you purchase a barely used set from 2nd Swing or from your friend, the manufacturer warranty does not transfer.
Taylormade also allows “conventional” modifications, meaning updates such as regripping or reshafting (as long as the modification didn’t cause the actual damage you’re claiming).
Titleist
Titleist (owned by Acushnet) also offers a warranty for its golf clubs but unlike TaylorMade, the manufacturer warranty applies for one year. If you do think your club has a manufacturer defect, Titleist will either replace it with a comparable product or refund the purchase.
While the warranty language doesn’t mention whether or not it transfers to a new owner, most likely it will not. The best route with a Titleist club is taking it to an authorized dealer and let them assist you in starting a return authorization.
COBRA
COBRA offers slightly more nuanced language with its warranty in regards to length of time. You only have one year from the date of purchase or two years from the date of the manufacturer’s release.
Callaway
If you own any Callaway golf clubs and suspect a manufacturer defect, you will have two years to work with an authorized dealer or distributor to request a repair or replacement.
PING
What stands out with PING clubs is how ambiguous the warranty language reads. PING states their “policies protect your purchase from defect and are evaluated on an as needed basis.” Perhaps this is a sign of exceptional customer service, where they work with each potential return on an individual basis.
If you have questions about the product, you’ll need to reach out to PING before starting any reimbursement or replacement request.
Tour Edge
While most of these golf club warranties read about the same, there is one notable standout: Tour Edge. The Tour Edge clubs include a lifetime warranty, otherwise unheard of in the golf club industry.
While the lifetime warranty is quite impressive, it does have a major stipulation. Any adjustments made to the club including re-shafting, alteration of loft and/or lie, re-engraving of score lines or cleaning the clubs with abrasive cleaners, will void the warranty.
In other words, make sure any modifications you make are worth it if you think you might need to take advantage of the warranty at some point.
The bottom line
When it comes to golf club warranties, the best advice is to read through the warranty details at the time of purchase so you’re not facing surprises if you face a repair or replacement.
No matter which brand you go with, make sure you keep a proof of purchase. Not all brands require you have this, but some do, so the best practice is to hang on to the proof of purchase as long as you own your clubs.
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