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First of all if the timing belt  breaks it can hurt the engine. A value can be open when it should  closed and it can be hit by the piston. â¦ The serpentine belt  breaking and wrapping around the crank shaft is HIGHLY unlikely to  cause the timing belt to break. The crank shaft supplies the pull  and push to the timing belt not the cam shaft. You would have to  cause the crank to stop immediately to have any chance of it  breaking the timing belt.
The belt is in use every single time you start your engine, and it is used for as long as the engine is running. As you can imagine, that puts a lot of wear and tear on the belt. With that being said most serpentine/drive belts can last for a very long time before they need to be replaced. The lifespan of the belt will depend mostly on the type of material itâs made of. Older style belts generally last about 50,000 miles, while those made from EPDM can last up to 100,000 miles. The best option is to just ensure that your car receives regular maintenance and that the belt is inspected every time.