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CARLOS VELASCO

Service Manager
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CARMEN A.
Temecula, CA
2014 SONATA
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
03/08/2023
verified customer Verified Customer
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Category: Service
Customer Service was good. However....
I scheduled my car to have a recall (fuel tube replacement) fixed on Friday 2/24/2023. It was done the same day and things appeared to be going well.
On Monday 2/27, my car didn't start. It turned out to be the battery. (I'll spear the details of the HUGE hardship this incident put me through )
On Thursday 3/2, I discovered that my A/C was blowing hot air. The cold air was not working at all. On Friday 3/3, I took it in during my lunch break (because the phone was continuously sending me to the voicemail and I didn't receive a call back for the message I left); I was told it was a normal wear/tear of one of the tubes and I needed to schedule an appt to confirm that's what it was. I had work schedule conflict and was unable to make the appt.
On Tuesday, March 7th, I filled my gas tank with 16+ gallons. I've always gotten over 425+ miles 'left to drive' (as shown on the dashboard); This time, when I filled my tank with 17+ gallons, it only showed 370 miles left to drive.
My car hadn't given me any warnings about battery issues, or A/C issues, or gas mileage issues.
I HAVE HUGE CONCERNS about what might've been done to my car. I've taken very good care of it. For some reason, and after the fuel tube replacement was done, in less than a week, I've had to deal with these issues.

Last year around this time, my car completely died. Come to find out, Hyundai had an extended warranty for the actual engine. I was grateful that it was replaced. I thought I was safe with trusting any work done to my car and didn't hesitate to take it in when I was notified of yet, another recall.
The explanations for my battery suddenly dying and maybe even the A/C as "normal" wear/tear???
AND, the fuel?? Why did my gas mileage change from a full tank at 425+ miles to 370 miles???? That's a HUGE difference!!

This is NOT ok. I'm afraid that if I take it back to the Service Center, something else will go wrong. I mostly worry that my explanation for this poor review will make things worse.

More importantly, I didn't appreciate random calls from sales reps trying to get me to trade it in and purchase a new one.
Can you see why I'm questioning the sudden unexplained breakdowns with with my car?

I CAN'T AFFORD a new car.
I was not prepared to expense a new battery or now look for ways to fix the A/C. I certainly did NOT expect the sudden horrible gas mileage after the Recalled fuel tube replacement.

Wouldn't it be great if these surveys actually made a difference?

Again,
Customer Service has been excellent. Carlos has been professional and friendly. I'm just super doubtful about what was done to my car for it to have such sudden breakdowns.
Charles S N., Director of Operations from Temecula Hyundai responded on 03/10/2023 07:15 AM

Please contact me @ 951 699 6807

Steve Nicholson
Director of Operations
(951) 699-6807
steve@temeculahyundai.com
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Terry D.
Temecula, CA
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
07/22/2019
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customer Verified Customer
Category: Service
Terry DeArmond
I feel they are not trust worthy
Not Recommended
CARLOS V., Service Manager from Temecula Hyundai responded on 08/05/2019 07:27 AM

I am very sorry for the sequence of events that followed the first visit. We tried to help in any way possible with the cost of the repairs. I am very sorry for the outcome of the check engine light being on.






                                         Carlos Velasco
                                        Service Manager
                                         (951)699-6807
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Banning, CA
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe S
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
06/14/2019
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customer Verified Customer
Category: Service
Not the closest Hyundai dealership - but has been the best until now.
This anonymous posting is for the benefit of the management of the TEMECULA HYUNDAI. For over 98,000 miles they have supported our purchase and maintenance of this 2013 Santa Fe. All contact was excellent until the approach to the 100,000 mile mark. Something evidently changed. We won't be back.
Not Recommended
CARLOS V., Service Manager from Temecula Hyundai responded on 06/14/2019 08:16 AM

Thank you for the feedback from your last service. We will definitely take this survey serious and see what we can do to fix this in the future. We appreciate you as a customer and will be more then happy to do whatever we can to keep you as a customer. I hope that we can resolve the issues that may have caused you dissatisfaction. Thank you again for being a loyal customer of Temecula Hyudai. I really do hope we can continue to see you for any future services needed. 






                                        
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George S.
Fallbrook, CA
2015 Hyundai Santa Fe S
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
04/21/2019
Service Type: Repair
verified customer Verified Customer
Category: Service
Messed up software upon recall.
Messed up software upon recall.
Not Recommended
CARLOS V., Service Manager from Temecula Hyundai responded on 04/22/2019 07:51 AM

I am so very sorry for how you feel about the recall and now the fuel miles. I know we did everything that we could to resolve the issue at hand but when doing the math it looks like the vehicle will get about 305-316 miles to the tank. 






                                         Carlos Velasco
                                        Service Manager
                                         (951)699-6807
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Tyler H.
Fallbrook, CA
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
05/18/2018
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customer Verified Customer
Category: Service
Unfair Pricing
The service team and technicians lack business ethics in pricing and customer service fundamentals. I was initially quoted a price $300 higher than other local dealerships, and when offered the opportunity to make it right, staff refused to match fair pricing. Customer service agents did not return phone calls as promised, the vehicle was not initially washed, and my vehicle keys were misplaced both times of service. Service was less than desirable and not worth the visit based on ethical grounds.
Not Recommended
CARLOS V., Service Manager from Temecula Hyundai responded on 05/18/2018 03:17 PM

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                                         Carlos Velasco
                                        Service Manager
                                         (951)699-6807
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Guido P.
Murrieta, CA
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
05/10/2018
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customer Verified Customer
Category: Service
Car Wash Sucked
$45 for an oil change and a badly done wash? No thanks. Go elsewhere get better service for lower prices.
Not Recommended
CARLOS V., Service Manager from Temecula Hyundai responded on 05/11/2018 11:16 AM

I am so sorry for the issues you had at the last service. I have contacted you to see if we can talk about what I can do to help the situation. Please feel free to contact me and we can see how we can resolve this issue in the future. Thank you for your time and hope to hear from you soon.                                          Carlos Velasco                                        Service Manager                                         (951)699-6807

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James S.
San Jacinto, CA
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
04/26/2018
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customer Verified Customer
Category: Service
Poor not worth one star. You have a terrible service manager, absolutely the worst
“0”
Not Recommended
CARLOS V., Service Manager from Temecula Hyundai responded on 04/27/2018 09:17 AM

I am so sorry you feel this way about our dealership. As I recall we never refused you bringing your vehicle in for the sunroof issue. We simply asked to have the vehicle towed in for inspections of the sunroof ( as per Hyundai guidelines) We do follow protocol as per Hyundai and that is step one. Unfortunately you did not choose to bring your vehicle in and for that we were not able to inspect the vehicle as needed to see if it was a warrant able repair. 






                                         Carlos Velasco
                                        Service Manager
                                         (951)699-6807
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Joyce L.
Temecula, CA
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
02/23/2018
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customer Verified Customer
Category: Service
sevice
not good service will be taking my car elsewhere
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CARLOS V., Service Manager from Temecula Hyundai responded on 02/23/2018 06:43 PM

Mr. lyons, 

 I'm sorry you are not happy with our service department. I have helped you and Joyce many times throughout the years and thought we had a GREAT relationship. I am sorry that you feel the price for labor was unacceptable. You had signed for the service being performed and authorized the additional repairs as well.  I made sure you were fully aware of the cost of the service. I know that you are not coming back to see us and am very sorry to end out 4 year relationship over a concern about labor. I have called you over the last couple of days to talk to you about any questions you may have and no answer. I wish you the best of luck with taking your vehicles elsewhere for maintenance. Hope you have a great night. 




                                         Carlos Velasco
                                        Service Manager
                                         (951)699-6807
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Nagazaki L.
Temecula, CA
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
02/16/2018
Service Type: Repair
verified customer Verified Customer
Category: Service
Poor
Place too busy to pay attention on quality.
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CARLOS V., Service Manager from Temecula Hyundai responded on 02/17/2018 06:26 AM

I am very sorry that you feel we did not perform quality work. Unfortunately there is nothing more to perform on this recall other then installing a label and making sure the latch on the seat belt was properly lined up. This recall was performed once before and Hyundai corporate advised to "inspect and install a lable only" I hope it was a clear enough explanation on the quick service we provided. I will be more then happy to send you the recall information to show you the process. 






                                         Carlos Velasco
                                        Service Manager
                                         (951)699-6807
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Sandra W.
Menifee, CA
ReScore Review™
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
01/20/2018
verified customer Verified Customer
Category: Service
2nd Chances Work!!!
Thank you Carlos for restoring our confidence in your service. We truly appreciated the personal home visit to complete the recall work. We will definitely continue business with you. Again, thank you!
Recommended

Original Review
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
01/20/2018
Service Type: Repair
Category: Service
2nd Chancs
I'm reserving my opinion to see if they can get the job done right the second time around.
Not Recommended
CARLOS V., Service Manager from Temecula Hyundai responded on 01/20/2018 05:03 PM

I am so sorry for what happened on your visit. I will make sure we take care of the recall without any more inconvenience. Thanks for the feedback as this is this is the only way to fix any issues and allows us to grow as a company. 






                                         Carlos Velasco
                                        Service Manager
                                         (951)699-6807
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Dan B.
Menifee, CA
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Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
01/17/2018
verified customer Verified Customer
Category: Service
It's nice to see people going above and beyond
Carlos Velasco went above and beyond to remedy my situation. It's refreshing to see people in the customer service industry take the initiative to make sure repeat customers are well taken care of. Thank you Carlos
Recommended

Original Review
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
01/17/2018
Service Type: Maintenance
Category: Service
Poor experience this time around
It's very disappointing to see people drop their car off after you have and pick up their completed service before your car is completed. This kind of makes the whole appointment process irrelevant and obsolete
Not Recommended
CARLOS V., Service Manager from Temecula Hyundai responded on 01/17/2018 12:58 PM

I do apologize for the inconvenience on the last service.  I do know that we performed different services that do require shorter time for repairs. We do try and get every customer serviced as soon as possible. Thanks for your understanding and we will see you on your next service. 






                                         Carlos Velasco
                                        Service Manager
                                         (951)699-6807
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Lorraine M.
Menifee, CA
ReScore Review™
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
01/05/2018
verified customer Verified Customer
Category: Service
Fixed
Called me after this review we had a misunderstanding got it fixed everything back to normal
Recommended

Original Review
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
01/05/2018
Service Type: Maintenance
Category: Service
Bad
Charge me for a service that was not done called have not heard nothing back
Not Recommended
CARLOS V., Service Manager from Temecula Hyundai responded on 01/05/2018 02:53 PM

Hello, I am so sorry for the miss-communication on your last service.  Thanks for the feedback as we are always looking to improve our service team. Thanks again and see you on your next service. 






                                         Carlos Velasco
                                        Service Manager
                                         (951)699-6807
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Sourav B.
Murrieta, CA
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
01/04/2018
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customer Verified Customer
Category: Service
Casual attitude of service
I already mentioned in the previous page.
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CARLOS V., Service Manager from Temecula Hyundai responded on 01/04/2018 01:31 PM

I am so sorry for the issues that occurred on your last service. Please feel free to contact me when you get a change, even though the issue has somewhat been resolved I would like to go over a few things. Please call or email me at Cvelasco@temeculahyundai.com or the phone number listed below.  






                                         Carlos Velasco
                                        Service Manager
                                         (951)699-6807
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Josephine M.
Temecula, CA
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
11/16/2017
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customer Verified Customer
Category: Service
It use to be the quality of work
Not happy at all
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CARLOS V., Service Manager from Temecula Hyundai responded on 11/17/2017 08:15 AM

        I wanted to apologize for the inconvenience we have caused you and the vehicle with a oil leak. We are more then happy to assist with anything you may need to compensate for the issues. Please feel free to contact us on what we can do to help. It is not normal practice for us and we are very sorry for how we returned your vehicle to you. Please feel free to call or email us to see what we can do to help the situation. Thanks and hope you have a great weekend.

                                                           Carlos Velasco
                                                          (951)699-6807
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Ricardo P.
Temecula, CA
ReScore Review™
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
10/09/2017
verified customer Verified Customer
Category: Service
2016 Hyundai Sonata
They worked on that vehicle inmediately and was able to wait to be completed, probably about 45 minutes. Great job with my 2016 Hyundai Sonata
Recommended

Original Review
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
10/07/2017
Service Type: Repair
Category: Service
They have no idea how to fix a car
Horrible experience from the agent at the counter, Manager of the department and Hyundai Customer Service department
Not Recommended
Charles S N., Director of Operations from Temecula Hyundai responded on 10/09/2017 08:33 AM

Ricardo,

Thanks for taking the time with me this morning to explain the situation.

Please  this survey and I already contacted Hyundai Corporate Office to let them know the service on your 2016 was good, it's the 2017 that you're concerned with.

Thanks again,


Steve Nicholson
Director of Operations
(951) 699-6807
steve@temeculahyundai.com
Charles S N., Director of Operations from Temecula Hyundai responded on 10/09/2017 12:08 PM

Ricardo,

Yes I spoke with theme about your payment situation and provided them additional information regarding your request.

Thanks again for re scoring your survey.


Steve Nicholson
Director of Operations
(951) 699-6807
steve@temeculahyundai.com
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Temecula, CA
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
08/02/2017
Service Type: Repair
verified customer Verified Customer
Category: Service
Poor customer service.
Very shady, not to be trusted. Stood in the service garage for 10 minutes without a single person acknowledging me as they walked by until I finally asked if I could get help. Told me I had a tire leak when I did not, and tried to sell me a new tire. Then tried to charge me $135 to diagnose my air bag light when there was an extended warranty. Will not be returning.
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Sandra P W. from Temecula Hyundai responded on 08/04/2017 04:30 PM

Thank-you for your feedback and please feel free to contact me if your would like.



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Mike Z.
Temecula, CA
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Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
07/13/2017
verified customer Verified Customer
Category: Service
HORRIBLE !! WASTE OF TIME AND MONEY !!!
SANDRA: YOU ARE TOTALLY NONSENSE WITH YOUR EXPLANATION, YOU MIGHT CONVINCE A CHILD NOT ME... SO YOU ARE SAYING THAT YOUR HYUNDAIS SOLD AC IS TO BE REPLACED AT 150k MILES... I HAVE NEVER HEARD OF SUCH COMMENT FROM A PRESSIONAL SERVICE DEALERSHIP. YOU ARE NOT EVEN COMPETENT ENOUGH TO GIVE A PRECISE DIAGNOSE ON THE TUCSON AC.
BEFORE THIS TUCSON, I DROVE A SANTA FE OVER 200K MILES... NEVER HAD A PROBLEM. NOW YOU ARE TELLING ME THAT IN THE LAST FOUR YEARS I HAVE USE THE AC ONLY TWO OR THREE MONTHS A YEAR... AND BECAUSE OF 164k MILES THE AC IS DONE >?? WOW !!
HEY SANDRA, YOU NEED TO GET SOME KIND OF TRAINING TO LEAD YOUR SERVICE DEPT.
POSSIBLE THE DEPT IS AS BAD AS YOU... THAT'S WHERE THE PROBLEM ORIGINATE.
I AM SORRY YOU SHOULD HAVE NEVER MADE THIS COMMENT.!!
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Mike Z.
Temecula, CA
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Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
07/13/2017
verified customer Verified Customer
Category: Service
HORRIBLE !! WASTE OF TIME AND MONEY !!!
SANDRA: YOU ARE TOTALLY NONSENSE WITH YOUR EXPLANATION, YOU MIGHT CONVINCE A CHILD NOT ME... SO YOU ARE SAYING THAT YOUR HYUNDAIS SOLD AC IS TO BE REPLACED AT 150k MILES... I HAVE NEVER HEARD OF SUCH COMMENT FROM A PRESSIONAL SERVICE DEALERSHIP. YOU ARE NOT EVEN COMPETENT ENOUGH TO GIVE A PRECISE DIAGNOSE ON THE TUCSON AC.
BEFORE THIS TUCSON, I DROVE A SANTA FE OVER 200K MILES... NEVER HAD A PROBLEM. NOW YOU ARE TELLING ME THAT IN THE LAST FOUR YEARS I HAVE USE THE AC ONLY TWO OR THREE MONTHS A YEAR... AND BECAUSE OF 164k MILES THE AC IS DONE >?? WOW !!
HEY SANDRA, YOU NEED TO GET SOME KIND OF TRAINING TO LEAD YOUR SERVICE DEPT.
POSSIBLE THE DEPT IS AS BAD AS YOU... THAT'S WHERE THE PROBLEM ORIGINATE.
I AM SORRY YOU SHOULD HAVE NEVER MADE THIS COMMENT.!!
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Original Review
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
07/10/2017
Service Type: Repair
Category: Service
I WENT FOR MY A/C TO BE CHECKED OUT... I PAY $136.00 FOR FREON? AND THE A/C NOT EVEN CLOSE WAS CHECKED BY AN A/C TECHNICIAN.
I HAVE A RESERVATION FOR TOMORROW TUESDAY AT 9:30 AM.... A/C IS NOT CLOSE TO BE RIGHT. IT WAS NOT THE GAS THEY PUT IN, BECAUSE A/C IS IDENTICAL AS WHEN I TOOK IT IN. HOT !!! CAN VERLY FEEL THE FRESH AIR COMING FROM THE VENTS.
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Sandra P W. from Temecula Hyundai responded on 07/13/2017 09:46 AM

We appologize that you needed more then just evacuate and recharge you system. We put dye in the system when we did this as a vehicle with 164k miles on may have additional issues. Once the system was filled and operating was when we were able to find the other issue. The charge was the same either way as we did not charge you for freon.
I hope this clears up some confusion and welcome a phone call if you have any other questions and or concerns.

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Michiyo H.
Wildomar, CA
2017 Hyundai Santa Fe S
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
03/09/2017
Service Type: Repair
verified customer Verified Customer
Category: Service
SUCKS
SUCKS
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Sandra P W. from Temecula Hyundai responded on 03/10/2017 09:51 AM

Michiyo,

I am so glad to hear that this was not you that filled this out !! 
I am trying to have this removed as the real customer had a Great experience with Temecula Hyundai !

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Lake Elsinore, CA
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
10/31/2016
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customer Verified Customer
Category: Service
Service sucks!
My new car didn't come with a spare
Instead we paid 100 for a new tire
Not Recommended
Sandra P W. from Temecula Hyundai responded on 11/01/2016 12:36 PM

I am sorry that you were not aware that there was no spare tire, alot of the vehicles these days are coming with the Tire Mobility kit , not just Hyundai's.
I know this was your first visit to our service department in 31,000 miles and I see that we got you in and out very quickley, I do hope that this is a reflection on your frustration reagrding the tire and not our Service Department.

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