JL

JAE LEE

SERVICE ADVISOR
Overall Rating
Overall Rating 4.8/5Overall Rating 4.8/5Overall Rating 4.8/5Overall Rating 4.8/5Overall Rating 4.8/5
4.8
(519 reviews)
84

KB
gravatar
Kelly B.
Whittier, CA
ReScore Review™
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
12/01/2020
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Expert service, clean waiting room.
I find the service department personnel, Mr. Jae Lee, professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and trustworthy. He talked to me and not at me with respect to the car issues. He delivered on all the things he said PHH would do. I would recommend PHH repair services to anyone.
Recommended

Original Review
Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
11/30/2020
Service Type: Repair
Category: Service
The dealership is aesthetically appealing and clean.
I am a woman, all my friends are women. I have a life-long history of being cheated by mechanics/community service shops. My brother, RIP, had to advocate and intervene for me when it came to car repairs. I have experienced unfair treatment That drove my decision to lease and never buy another car. It's too bad Hyundai did me wrong on this new contract. Next time I'm going to get my car from anywhere but Hyundai.
Not Recommended
SEAN K., Service Director from Puente Hills Hyundai responded on 11/30/2020 04:13 PM

  It’s unfortunate the sales experience did not meet your expectations.  But this particular review is only for service department experience and Jae Lee's professionalism. Jae Lee will contact you soon.  We do not want to lose the loyal customer like you.  Please accept my sincere apology and give us  chance to make up the things that went wrong with your sales experience.
Thank you for filling out the survey.

Sean Kim
Service Director
626-581-5353
seank@phhyundai.com
SEAN K., Service Director from Puente Hills Hyundai responded on 12/03/2020 05:09 PM

Thank you for the re scoring.  Please continue to come back for service.  Jae and I will do our best to give you a pleasant experience here at Puente Hills Hyundai Service Department.^^

Sean Kim
Service Director
626-581-5353
seank@phhyundai.com
Employees worked with

JM
gravatar
Jenny M.
Pomona, CA
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
11/01/2020
Service Type: Repair
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
WILL TAKE YOUR MONEY AND NOT PERFORM THE JOB
I dropped of my car to get an oil change and have the spark plugs replaced. Well, they charged me a total of $400 but they never performed the job. I noticed they emptied the coolant reservoir but never bothered to fill it back up. They also were supposed to do a 110 point inspection, well if they did, they would of noticed that my wiper fluid was low. So since We noticed all these other issues, we decided to take a look at the spark plugs. Well to my surprise! The original spark plugs were never replaced, yet they charged me! Going forward, I make sure I ask for my old parts to insure they were able to get the job done.
Not Recommended
SEAN K., Service Director from Puente Hills Hyundai responded on 11/02/2020 08:33 AM

   We appreciate your input.  Please accept my sincere apology for the inconvenience we caused... It is under investigation and Jae will contact you soon afterwards.
Thanks again for taking your time and fill out the survey.

Sean Kim
Service Director
626-581-5353
seank@phhyundai.com
Employees worked with

SV
gravatar
Stephanie V.
Whittier, CA
ReScore Review™
Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5Overall Rating 4.0/5
06/30/2020
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Took care of my recall
I came in for an ABS recall on my Hyundai, service tech took care of my appointment quickly and without any issue. In the process, I asked about the steering coupling recall from a year prior. The service tech took a look to see if it needed changing and he recommended that it did. If it goes on without changing it could further damage the steering column. I understand this is a job that needs to happen as part of maintenance on my car, even though it wasn't broken, my husband went ahead and changed it out himself. If you are not handy with car repairs, then I recommend you let the pros handle it. The service here is good, they pay attention to any needs that arise and are quick to make you feel valued and cared for.
Recommended

Original Review
Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5
06/27/2020
Service Type: Repair
Category: Service
Always trying to sell you something else
Came in for a recall on my Hyundai, and I asked about the steering coupling recall from a year prior. The service tech said, “let me take a look see if it needs changing.” He came back in and said, “yes, you want to replace it, specially before it causes more damage to your steering column, it’ll only be $400.” I passed on it, bought the part myself for $9 and went to change it, only to find out the coupling was perfectly fine. Hmmmm Saved myself those $400.
Not Recommended
SEAN K., Service Director from Puente Hills Hyundai responded on 06/29/2020 10:16 AM

   We appreciate your input.  Please accept my sincere apology for the inconvenience we caused... Jae will contact you soon.
Thanks again for taking your time and fill out the survey.

Sean Kim
Service Director
626-581-5353
seank@phhyundai.com
Employees worked with

Verified Customer
La Habra Heights, CA
Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
01/22/2020
Service Type: Repair
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Major Inconvenience
I brought my car in for a scheduled maintenance appointment on Friday the 27th of December. I was told this would take 2 hours. I had arranged to have a somebody pick me up and drop me back off at the dealership when my car would be ready since I would have no car for that amount of time. About 3 hours after I dropped my car off, the person helping me told me that there was a knock in my engine, they tried running a test, and (because of a defect of the engine) they flooded the engine with carbon and it is broken. He told me that they will get me a rental on Monday, the 30th. Around the afternoon on Monday, after not hearing anything from the person who was helping me, I tried reaching out and left 3 messages. I spoke to someone in the service department who said someone else will review my case and get back to me. Told me they couldn't issue a rental car because they didn't receive approval. He said maybe the day after. I called back the day after (the 31st) and found out they are closed the 31st (i only assumed they would be closed New years day and not eve because the person who helped me did not tell me). It wasn't until the 3rd of Jan did we receive a rental car.

I understand that there are procedures and the the new year was happening, but I do not find it to be acceptable to be left with out a car for a full week when I only accounted for being without a car for 2 hours. I was MAJORLY inconvenienced during this process. If I was told that it would take this long, I could of made other arrangements. However, how long it would actually take was never communicated to me.

The communication during the process of being issued a rental was very poor. I had to call multiple times just to get it touch. No timeline was ever given for when my car would be ready.
Not Recommended
SEAN K., Service Director from Puente Hills Hyundai responded on 01/23/2020 12:31 PM

 Thank you for your input.  Customer satisfaction is our #1 priority but as you experienced, it is not always successful. 
 Unfortunately, we can not put you on a rental until the claim gets fully approved. As for not a smooth communication, We will take the blame for it.
  We will try harder next time to get 5 stars from you. That is of course, if you decide to come back.  Thanks again.

Sean Kim
Service Director
626-581-5353
seank@phhyundai.com
Employees worked with

DM
gravatar
Dongsoon M.
Walnut, CA
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
07/25/2019
Service Type: Repair
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
great service
Dealer itself provides great service. It is just the products that I would not recommend to my friends
Not Recommended

CL
gravatar
Carmen L.
Rowland Hghts, CA
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
07/25/2019
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
They tried to make me pay for something that was not broken or needed replacing
No issues with my battery life and the service person said it had died at the car wash and had to be jumped and then placed a note saying not to turn off Omg just because I am a woman doesn’t mean I don’t know my vehicle
Not Recommended
SEAN K., Service Director from Puente Hills Hyundai responded on 07/29/2019 08:01 AM

 It’s unfortunate the service did not meet your expectations.  Please call us if we can help you in the future.
Thank you for filling out the survey.

Sean Kim
Service Director
626-581-5353
seank@phhyundai.com
SEAN K., Service Director from Puente Hills Hyundai responded on 07/29/2019 05:10 PM

By the way, I investigated and found that all he did was identified the necessary repairs and recommended it so you can keep your vehicle in best condition.  That is his job as the service advisor.

Your battery failed the load test. He showed you the failed report.  We do not recommend to replace the battery unless it fails....      

   I can feel that you are upset but please do not treat our department like unethical cheaters. We do not run business like that here. Customer satisfaction is the #1 goal and we all are proud of serving our loyal Hyundai customer.

I will make sure you see Javer next time.  That is of course if you decided to come back.  Thanks again for your input.




Sean Kim
Service Director
626-581-5353
seank@phhyundai.com
Employees worked with

GG
gravatar
Gresy G.
Chino, CA
ReScore Review™
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
07/23/2019
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
speed to resolve problems
Service, Amenities, waiting area, snacks and ability to solve problems.
Recommended

Original Review
Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
07/19/2019
Service Type: Maintenance
Category: Service
ammeneties, waiting area and snacks
none
Not Recommended
SEAN K., Service Director from Puente Hills Hyundai responded on 07/19/2019 05:34 PM

 It’s unfortunate the service did not meet your expectations.  We will contact you.  Please call us if we can help you in the future.
Thank you for filling out the survey.

Sean Kim
Service Director
626-581-5353
seank@phhyundai.com
Employees worked with

Verified Customer
Walnut, CA
Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
06/18/2019
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Dont admit to their faults
Upset that my car was scratched and they did nothing about it.
Not Recommended
SEAN K., Service Director from Puente Hills Hyundai responded on 06/18/2019 04:21 PM

  It’s unfortunate the service did not meet your expectations.  Please call me directly if I can help you in the future.
   We also appreciate your feedback and agreeing to re score. We look forward to making your experience with us to be much better, improved one next time.

Sean Kim
Service Manager
626-581-5353
seank@phhyundai.com
Employees worked with

JC
gravatar
Jonathan C.
Rowland Heights, CA
Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5
05/30/2019
Service Type: Repair
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
?
Never had a complaint with service until I had to return my car because a spark plug had not been put in correctly. My car should've been checked before returned to me. Now this makes me uneasy about coming back.
Not Recommended
SEAN K., Service Director from Puente Hills Hyundai responded on 06/01/2019 10:50 AM

 It’s unfortunate the service did not meet your expectations.  Please call us if we can help you in the future.
Thank you for filling out the survey.

Sean Kim
Service Manager
626-581-5353
seank@phhyundai.com
Employees worked with

MZ
gravatar
Melissa Z.
Paramount, CA
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
05/22/2019
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Horrible
I took my car in for service because my airbag service light was on. Once the inspection of the problem was finished, you guys told me that I need to replace two components that's under the passenger seat. You said it would cost above $1,400. There are some water marks on the drivers seat, so your mechanic came to the easiest conclusion that would benefit you guy and said that thee components might be water damaged but he is not 100% sure. Therefor you guys told me that it's no longer under warranty and that I have to pay full price. I went to a private mechanic shop and they told me a complete different story. There were no sign of water damage and they showed me. You guys lied. You tried to steal $1,400 from me. I have been a loyal Hyundai customer since day one and always brought my car to a Hyundai dealership for service. I will never again set my foot in one of your stores. You guys are thieves.
Not Recommended
SEAN K., Service Director from Puente Hills Hyundai responded on 05/24/2019 04:00 PM

It’s unfortunate the service did not meet your expectations. 
I tried to call you but it was not successful. But I am glad to hear that you have fixed your car someplace else. I hope not but the light probably came back on. I spoke with the technician who checked your car.  He said he tried to reset the light many times but it kept coming back on.  He said the only way to repair it for good is replacement. That particular part is under warranty for 5 year/60,000 miles. So regardless of water damage or not, you have to pay for the part and labor to fix it. 

 Please bring me the receipt and repair details from the local shop. I will review it for possible money back. Of course if it is proven to be our mistake….

   I can feel that you are very upset but please do not treat our department like unethical cheaters. We do not run business like that here. Customer satisfaction is the #1 goal and we all are proud of serving our sincere and truly loyal Hyundai customer.

   Regardless, if you feel the experience at our department was unpleasant, it is our fault. Please call me directly if we can help you in the future.
Thank you for filling out the survey.

Sean Kim
Service Manager
626-581-5353
seank@phhyundai.com
Employees worked with

Verified Customer
Hacienda Heights, CA
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
05/14/2019
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
good
Good
Not Recommended
Employees worked with

IR
gravatar
Irma R.
La Habra, CA
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
05/13/2019
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Communication is horrible
Previously expressed my horrible experience in my survey. That explanation says it all
Not Recommended
SEAN K., Service Director from Puente Hills Hyundai responded on 05/15/2019 09:55 AM

It’s unfortunate the service did not meet your expectations.  I think I remember you.  I was the one answered the call at the end of that day.  I appreciate your raw, unfiltered opinion.  This will help us a lot to improve our service. Thank you for the rather generous 1 star.

 

Sean Kim
Service Manager
626-581-5353
seank@phhyundai.com
Employees worked with

Verified Customer
Walnut, CA
Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
04/26/2019
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Adequate service and workmanship
Service and quality of work was only adequate
Not Recommended
SEAN K., Service Director from Puente Hills Hyundai responded on 04/26/2019 04:15 PM

 It’s unfortunate the service did not meet your expectations.  Please call us if we can help you in the future.
Thank you for filling out the survey.

Sean Kim
Service Manager
626-581-5353
seank@phhyundai.com
Employees worked with

MT
gravatar
Melody T.
Pico Rivera, CA
Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5
03/07/2019
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Incomplete maintenance checks
Not happy with Hyundai at this time
Not Recommended
SEAN K., Service Director from Puente Hills Hyundai responded on 03/08/2019 08:05 AM

  It’s unfortunate the service did not meet your expectations.  Please call me directly if I can help you in the future.
   We also appreciate your feedback and look forward to making your experience with us to be much better, improved one next time.

Sean Kim
Service Manager
626-581-5300
seank@phhyundai.com
Employees worked with

YL
gravatar
Yvonne L.
Whittier, CA
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
03/05/2019
Service Type: Repair
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
On line chat
Your on line chats are worthless. Never got any call back. (Twice)
Not Recommended
SEAN K., Service Director from Puente Hills Hyundai responded on 03/05/2019 04:32 PM

I know...  That was designed for sales and they put us(service) in for trial.  The main guy who was responsible to respond is no longer with us....  I get the notification through the e mail but often days later...  I will work on it.  Either make it work or get rid of it. I hope at least the service we provided you was a pleasant one. Thank you for the generous 5 stars.

Sean Kim
Service Manager
626-581-5300
seank@phhyundai.com
Employees worked with

Verified Customer
Walnut, CA
Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5Overall Rating 5.0/5
02/11/2019
Service Type: Repair
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Tied-Down Customer
Titled “tied-down” because I find my hands being tied with the company and service, so long as I keep driving this car.

I purchased the car with extended warranty. To honor the warranty, I commit to the due diligence on my behalf, as a customer, to bring my vehicle in for every routine maintenance.

My expectations for the company to uphold their end of the warranty and servicing is to provide a smooth experience for the customers. “Smooth” would be an inappropriate word to describe the past 2+ years of servicing I’ve experienced.

Main Points:
1. The entire servicing rep team has been changed with new members since 2+ years ago, and the management team re-structured. I acknowledge that the company is trying to make changes to improve the customer experience, and I applaud Hyundai for making efforts.
2. Despite the staff change, though, the processes and procedures have not been consistent. What I am told when I bring in my car for servicing or maintenance has been inconsistent. I.E.
A. Being told (by different staff) of when I should service certain necessary parts...then finding out I am servicing a part late because I was told to do otherwise by my initial rep.
This is an employee training opportunity with servicing procedures.
B. Not having things honored when requested and agreed upon (i.e. credit to my account due to error on Hyundai staff, agreement to check parts on my vehicle that were not initially mentioned during drop off)
This is also an employee training opportunity for simply being organized and taking good notes for customers’ reassurance.
C. Failure to acknowledge known issues with certain models’ parts to the customer. Explaining known issues resolves a lot of questions for the customer, as opposed to leaving the customer wondering about reliability of the vehicle. My issue was not on recall list. But I will be anticipating at least two more visits for the same issues.
This is yet another opportunity on training staff or revising procedures on customer facing strategies via communication. How can I confidently maintain brand loyalty when I keep bringing my vehicle in for broken parts—albeit servicing under honored warranty—but having no clear disclosure on the condition of my vehicle?

The only reason for the 5 star-rating is I am providing feedback hoping to see and experience changes. I understand how most rating systems work, and do not want to discredit this my rep for the less-than-satisfactory experience I’ve encountered thus far, as he has gone above and beyond for my particular issue.

I place responsibility on management and above levels to create a positive experience for customers. This is a warranty that I have mixed feelings for and regrettably, utilize more often than I’d like, every time I walk through the doors of Hyundai.
Not Recommended
SEAN K., Service Director from Puente Hills Hyundai responded on 02/14/2019 11:26 AM

Thank you very much for your input.  Customer's opinion will be always appreciated. Your warm and sincere advice is very valuable to our dealership.  We will take it well and use it to improve ourselves.  Thank you again for the generous 5 stars.

Sean Kim
Service Manager
626-581-5300
seank@phhyundai.com
Employees worked with

Verified Customer
Fullerton, CA
Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
11/09/2018
Service Type: Repair
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Warranty repair & 30k maint
Missing parts on warranty repair
Not Recommended
SEAN K., Service Director from Puente Hills Hyundai responded on 11/09/2018 12:27 PM

    It’s unfortunate the service did not meet your expectations.  Please call me directly if we can help you in the future.
Thank you for filling out the survey.

Sean Kim
Service Manager
626-581-5300
seank@phhyundai.com

PC
gravatar
Peiwen C.
West Covina, CA
Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5Overall Rating 1.0/5
11/03/2018
Service Type: Repair
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
dangerous
They didn't do the four wheel alignment before give me the car.
Not Recommended
SEAN K., Service Director from Puente Hills Hyundai responded on 11/05/2018 05:13 PM

    It’s unfortunate the service did not meet your expectations.  Please call us if we can help you in the future.

Sean Kim
Service Manager
626-581-5300
seank@phhyundai.com
Employees worked with

Verified Customer
Hacienda Heights, CA
Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5Overall Rating 2.0/5
09/28/2018
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Service needs improvement
I really don't want to go next time to do my service if I can find elsewhere. I used to like coming to this dealership for service maintenance because the service advisors were courteous, knowledge and communicate effectively and efficiently with customers. I did not get that exceptional service as before.
Not Recommended
SEAN K., Service Director from Puente Hills Hyundai responded on 09/29/2018 08:37 AM

 It’s unfortunate the service did not meet your expectations.  Please call me directly if you need service in the future.  I will make sure it will be a much better experience.  Thank you.

Sean Kim
Service Manager
626-581-5300
seank@phhyundai.com
Employees worked with

Verified Customer
La Habra, CA
Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5Overall Rating 3.0/5
09/23/2018
Service Type: Maintenance
verified customerVerified Customer
Category: Service
Used to be better
Service here used to be on point. It is definitely lacking now.
Not Recommended
SEAN K., Service Director from Puente Hills Hyundai responded on 09/24/2018 08:14 AM

I am sorry to hear that.  Please bring the car back to us and look for me.  I will find the problem and fix it for you.  Thank you for taking your time to fill out the survey.

Sean Kim
Service Manager
626-581-5300
seank@phhyundai.com
Employees worked with
Net Promoter® NPS®, NPS Prism®, and the NPS-related emoticons are registered trademarks of Bain & Company, Inc., Satmetrix Systems, Inc., and Fred Reichheld. Net Promoter Score™ and Net Promoter System™ are service marks of Bain & Company, Inc., and Fred Reichheld.