My Experience with Brinson CDJR in Corsicana…read more
I just want to share my experience with Brinson CDJR and how neglected and disrespected I've felt over the past month.
I purchased my brand-new 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Hybrid from Brinson about two years ago. Since then, I've experienced multiple issues with the hybrid system, along with several serious fire-related engine recalls. Unfortunately, whenever I brought these concerns to Brinson, I never felt like they were taken seriously. The recalls were performed, but I never felt like anyone actually investigated the other issues I was experiencing.
About a month ago, I received another recall, this time involving the steering system. Around the same time, I noticed my transmission behaving strangely and feeling like it was slipping. I even had my husband drive the Jeep for a couple of days because I wanted to make sure I wasn't imagining it. He noticed the same thing -- something wasn't right.
I called Brinson, explained everything, and specifically asked if they could keep the Jeep for a day or two to properly inspect and diagnose it. I also explained that I would need a loaner because I have no other vehicle.
I was told there was a waiting list for loaners and that they would put me on it.
So I waited.
For an entire month, nobody called, updated me, or checked in.
Last Friday, I finally called. I was told their loaners hadn't been returned, so they couldn't get me in. I completely understood that. All I asked was:
"Can you let me know if you'll be able to get me in next week? If not, that's okay. I just need to know so I can take my vehicle somewhere else."
I was told someone would call me back that day.
Nobody called.
I called again Saturday morning and spoke with a manager. I explained everything again and asked for the same simple answer. Instead, I was repeatedly told that customers weren't returning their loaners. I explained that I understood -- I just needed to know whether they could service my vehicle so I could make other arrangements if they couldn't.
That's when the manager became confrontational and told me I had been playing "phone tag" with him. He pressured me to bring the Jeep in immediately so he could personally road-test it and determine whether it "even needs to be in the shop." He then told me to write his name down and come up there and talk to him.
So I did.
I brought my husband with me. We were upset, but our intention was simply to have the vehicle professionally inspected and diagnosed.
I want to acknowledge that my husband did put his hand on the manager's shoulder and sarcastically called him "Mr. Phone Tag." We recognize that was inappropriate and take responsibility for it.
However, what happened afterward was shocking. The manager threatened to call the police, told us he no longer wanted to deal with my vehicle, went inside the service area, and yelled:
"No one take that car."
He then left us standing outside.
I immediately contacted the General Manager and explained what happened. Again, I was told someone would call the following day.
Nobody called.
When I called again the next day, I was essentially told:
"Never come back here again."
Keep in mind -- I purchased my vehicle from this dealership.
I have never asked for special treatment. I simply wanted my concerns taken seriously and my vehicle properly diagnosed. If there is an issue with the hybrid system, transmission, or steering, I expect it to be investigated rather than simply completing a recall procedure and sending me home.
I'm sharing this because I especially want young women and anyone who feels vulnerable dealing with dealerships to be aware of this experience. It is frustrating to feel like you need your husband or dad beside you just to have your concerns taken seriously.
I chose to purchase locally because I believed supporting a local business would mean better, more personal service. Unfortunately, that has not been my experience.
I know my vehicle. I know what I'm feeling when I drive it. When I tell a dealership something feels wrong, I expect them to investigate -- not make me feel like I'm the problem for asking.
So yes...
Great day to be a woman and have to deal with car problems.
I'm not posting this to start a fight. I'm sharing what happened because customers deserve to know about my experience before deciding where to purchase or service their vehicle.