Preparing for Lease-End
Explore and compare your options below and learn what steps to take as you approach the end of your lease
Make the lease-end process easier and stay organized with our Inspection Checklist.
* Electric vehicles may not be eligible for purchase at lease-end, please refer to your contract for details.
Step 1: Self-Assess Wear and Use
Visit the Wear and Use page and download the Wear and Use Evaluator Card and Checklist to help you assess the condition of your vehicle.
Step 2: Lease-End Inspection
Once you have completed the self-assessment using the Wear and Use guidelines, you can schedule a complimentary pre-inspection within 60-days of your lease-end date.
If you are unable to schedule an inspection online, please call 800-727-7000 (8:00 am to 8:00 pm EST, Mon-Fri)
Step 3: Vehicle Repairs
If your vehicle needs any repairs, your Ford Dealer has expert techs and quality service along with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts to help ensure your vehicle is ready for return. Retain copies of all repair receipts to verify completed repairs when returning your lease vehicle.
Visit the online Ford Vehicle Showroom to find your next ride. It may be a good idea to contact your dealer to verify availability and order times.
Select your new vehicle
- Visit your local Ford Dealer and take a test drive
- Apply online to finance with Ford Credit
Return your current vehicle
- Contact your originating dealer* to schedule your vehicle return
- Discuss Excess Mileage charges with your originating dealer*
- Make any required repairs to avoid excess wear and use charges
- Remove all personal items from the vehicle
- Return all items that came with the vehicle (all key fobs, floor mats, cargo nets, Owner’s Manual, etc.)
- Bring any repair receipts
- Satisfy any remaining financial obligations
- Facilitate all lease-end requirements including reviewing and signing the Odometer Statement (required by federal law)
*If you have moved, and it is no longer convenient to return to your originating dealer (the dealership which originated your lease), you may return or purchase your lease vehicle through any participating Ford Dealer. Be sure to schedule an appointment in advance. If you are unable to locate a participating Ford Dealer, please contact Customer Support.
Under certain circumstances, you may be able to extend your lease. Sign in to Account Manager to see if this option is available to you.
How to find out if you are eligible for extension
- Log in to Account Manager to see if you’re eligible for a lease-end extension
- Or contact Customer Support for additional help with lease-end extension
To obtain your vehicle’s purchase price prior to lease-end, login to Account Manager or contact Customer Support. Discuss your vehicle purchase options and the final purchase price, including taxes and other charges, with your originating dealer*. Electric vehicles may not be eligible for purchase at lease-end, please refer to your contract for details.
Prepare to purchase your Ford lease
- Schedule an appointment with your originating dealer* to purchase the vehicle
- Satisfy any remaining financial obligations
- Facilitate all lease-end requirements including reviewing and signing the Odometer Statement (required by federal law)
- Complete lease-end transactions by your lease-end date to avoid additional charges as described in your Red Carpet Lease Agreement.
*If you have moved, and it is no longer convenient to return to your originating dealer (the dealership that originated your lease), you may return or purchase your lease vehicle through any participating Ford Dealer. Be sure to schedule an appointment in advance. If you are unable to locate a participating Ford Dealer, please contact Customer Support.
Complete lease-end transactions by your lease-end date to avoid additional charges as described in your Red Carpet Lease Agreement.
Prepare Your Vehicle Return
- Contact your originating dealer* to schedule your vehicle return
- Discuss excess mileage charges with your originating dealer*
- Make any required repairs to avoid excess wear and use charges
- Remove all personal items from the vehicle Return all items that came with the vehicle (all key fobs, floor mats, cargo nets, Owner’s Manual, etc.)
- Bring any repair receipts
- Satisfy any remaining financial obligations
- Facilitate all lease-end requirements including reviewing and signing the Odometer Statement (required by federal law)
*If you have moved, and it is no longer convenient to return to your originating dealer (the dealership that originated your lease), you may return or purchase your lease vehicle through any participating Ford Dealer. Be sure to schedule an appointment in advance. If you are unable to locate a participating Ford Dealer, please contact Customer Support.