I came to drop my Hyundai Kona off for a recall on the engine. My car had been stalling and the issue started very recently, just about two weeks (1 month new to Chicago). I dropped it off with Carlos and he estimated my car to be done that day so I waited around. Unfortunately, it was not done that day, but estimated it could be a few days to weeks since it's an engine problem, BUT I was able to utilize the dealerships shuttle service home (a huge help throughout this whole experience)! The next day, I got a text from Carlos asking to approve 2 services on the car, an oil change ($109) and a crankshaft position sensor ($451). Carlos did mention that replacing the crankshaft position sensor would help diagnose the other problems with the car. I declined both services for now because, 1. I am unemployed and 2. I was just hoping to fix the engine. Going through the notes, it looked like my engine had passed their tests with flying colors (so no replacement despite the stalling and recall). Because I declined both services, my car was ready for pick up. I was able to utilize the shuttle service again!
Once I got back to the service area, I paid the $250 for the car inspection/labor. Carlos then let me know that the reason my car is stalling is not because of the engine but because the crankshaft position sensor needs to be replaced. IF I knew this was the reason for the stalling engine, I would have opted for the replacement of the position sensor. Anyway, I opted for the crankshaft position sensor to being replaced. So once again, I utilized the shuttle service! This time, I got JOE COZZI as my shuttle driver. Let me tell you, this man is a saint and super knowledgeable with all things cars. During my ride home, Joe asked was going on with my car, I explained, he said check to see if you have a warranty with carmax. They are always trying to offer their warranty. He said call them as soon as you get to the house.
And I did. I had purchased a 5 year warranty with carmax and a replacement of a crankshaft position sensor fell under the warranty. All I had to do was let Carlos know to call my insurance and pay my deductible. I would have never thought to look into whether or not I still had a warranty on my car. So I am extremely thankful for Joe for asking questions and sharing his knowledge with me that day. Side Note: Joe picked me up from home via shuttle service when my car was done!
So I extend all my thanks out to JOE COZZI for saving me nearly $500 I didn't have. read more