My 2024 Jeep Wagoneer was towed to Miami Lakes AutoMall, and what followed was one of the worst…read moredealership service experiences I have ever had.The vehicle was at the dealership for eight days, yet based on my GPS records, it sat untouched for most of that time.I was initially told that the vehicle would be diagnosed and that the codes would be checked.I was given a rental car and trusted the dealership to properly inspect my vehicle.
After only a short time, I received an automated message saying that nothing was found wrong with my vehicle.When I contacted my service advisor, I was told that the message was automatic and that they were still working on the diagnosis.I accepted that explanation and was willing to be patient.
However, after six days of repeatedly trying to get an update, I was finally told that the problem was not the thermostat and could possibly involve the oil pump or another major component.I was also told that a technician had test-driven my vehicle and that it had turned off during the test.
This information did not match my vehicle's GPS records.My Jeep has detailed GPS tracking showing its location, mileage, movement, and driving history.According to those records, the vehicle had not been moved during those six days.When I calmly questioned my service advisor about this, he said he would investigate and call me back.He never called and stopped answering my calls.
I then contacted the dealership and requested a manager.I was told someone would contact me, but again, there was no meaningful follow-up.Because nobody was communicating with me, I had to personally return to the dealership with my daughter just to get answers.
When I spoke with my service advisor, he gave me a completely different explanation.He told me that apparently my service ticket had been dropped or missed and that no technician had actually taken the ticket to diagnose or inspect my vehicle.This was extremely concerning because it conflicted with what I had previously been told about the diagnosis and supposed test drive.
The service manager then reviewed the information and requested that my Wagoneer be brought back so it could finally be checked.According to my GPS records, the vehicle was returned to the dealership on August 21 and remained there for hours.Once again, nobody contacted me to explain what had actually been checked, what was found, or what the next step would be.My service advisor continued not to answer my calls or texts.
The biggest problem is not even the repair itself.It is the complete lack of communication, accountability, and transparency.I understand that diagnosing a vehicle can take time.I understand that repairs can be complicated.What I cannot accept is being told one thing, then another, while the actual movement history of my vehicle appears to tell a completely different story.
I have records, emails, call records, and documentation from this entire experience.I repeatedly had to call, leave messages, wait for callbacks that never came, and physically go to the dealership just to get basic information about my own vehicle.
The most concerning part is that without GPS tracking, I would have had no way to question whether my vehicle was actually being worked on.I was initially told one thing and days later told something completely different.A customer without the time, knowledge, or technology to question the information they receive could easily lose days or weeks and potentially face thousands of dollars in repair costs without being able to independently verify what actually happened.
I am not saying every employee at this dealership is the same, but this experience has completely destroyed my confidence in the service department.When you take someone's vehicle, especially a newer vehicle that may still have manufacturer warranty coverage, the minimum expectation is honest communication, an accurate diagnosis, accountability, and professional treatment.
I am not posting this review for compensation, discounts, special treatment, or anything in return.I am posting it because I want other customers to know what happened and to be careful.I would rather see this experience lead to honesty, accountability, better communication, and real changes than receive something simply to make this review disappear.
Document everything if you bring your vehicle here.Keep your repair orders, emails, texts, call records, GPS information, and every promise made by the service department.
After eight days of this experience, I cannot recommend the service department, the service advisor, or any type of service at Miami Lakes AutoMall.This has been one of the worst dealership service experiences I have ever had.