I normally don't write reviews, but my experience with Kia Sons in McDonough, GA was so disappointing that I have to warn others. Any positive reviews about them on this page are clearly fairy tales, if they are about the service center. I will say the sales team is amazing, so only go to buy a car (ask for Quincy). But, never take it there to get fixed!!!
I brought my car in because it was smoking and stalling; clear signs of an engine problem. I was also told by 2 other mechanics that would not work on it that it was an engine issue and to take it to a Kia. I paid $200 for a "diagnostic," only to later find out they never even removed the valve cover where the real issue was. So I paid for a half-done inspection and left with the same problem I came in with.
When I returned a second time for the exact same issue, they still didn't identify the problem until after I approved additional repairs. Only then did they discover sludge in the engine, something that should've been caught from the start. Because of this delay, I was misled about the true cost of repairs and lost the opportunity to make an informed decision about whether to fix or replace my car.
My warranty claim was denied because Kia couldn't provide the necessary engine code, even though the check engine light was on and the issue was clearly engine-related. I shouldn't have to pay for their communication failures.
They also charged me for a "full tune-up" even though I already had new spark plugs. I was never given a proper explanation before paying, and then was told afterward that I "should've asked more questions." It's the service department's job to explain work clearly before charging customers.
To make matters worse, my car was returned with an ant infestation and a new chip in the windshield. Their solution was to "bomb" the car for ants; no apology, no accountability. I'll attach a picture of the ants that I could get to group up. The rest are running free.
The customer service made everything worse. The first "manager" I dealt with was unprofessional and dismissive, even mocking me when I said I had time to file complaints. I see her name in another complaint on this page and I am not surprised. She told me she "had time too." That's not how a manager should speak to a paying customer. She later offered me $200 off my next service to make things right, but now the dealership is taking that back as well.
When I reached out again, another manager responded with a long, defensive email that ignored my concerns, excused every mistake, and failed to address the poor customer service or the damage done to my vehicle. Not one apology; just excuses.
After spending hundreds of dollars, I was left with more problems than I started with, plus the stress and disrespect of dealing with people who clearly don't value their customers. And I absolutely love Kia and the Kia line. I wish someone at Kia corporate could save me from this defective vehicle and this defective service center.
If you value your car, your time, and your peace of mind; stay far away from Kia Sons in McDonough, Georgia. This was the most frustrating and unprofessional service experience I've ever had in my life. Take your car to either Bellamy Strickland or All Automotive. I only had great experiences at these 2 establishments when I owned a Buick Enclave and when I owned a GMC Acadia. They did not take advantage of me as a woman, they provided excellent customer service, they did not have hidden and unnecessary fees, they did not keep my car for a million days to service it, and they always fixed the problem.
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