On May 9th, 2026, I purchased a 2014 Honda CR‑V for $12,900 from SSS Auto Sales in Pomona, CA. I bought the vehicle believing it was in good condition, based on what the dealership told me. Unfortunately, the owner of the dealership hid several issues from me, likely because I do not have extensive knowledge about cars.After driving the car for about two weeks, I began to feel that something was wrong. I decided to have my own mechanic inspect it. After a full check‑up, my mechanic found multiple serious problems, which he showed me in person. These issues included:
Bad oil and filter -- both needed immediate replacement
Worn-out tires-Severely damaged front brakes
Bad rotors-
Deteriorated brake fluid -- almost dried out
Damaged calipers -- rubber components were melting due to age
Engine oil leakAll of these issues required urgent repairs. I rely on this car daily to take my daughter to her school activities, and driving it in that condition felt unsafe.
I contacted the dealership and explained everything directly to the owner, Mr. Yazan M. They asked me to bring the car back so their mechanic could inspect it, but I declined. I told the owner I did not trust their mechanic, because these problems should have been identified before selling the car. Instead, I asked the dealership to reimburse the money I spent on repairs, since I had lost trust in them.I spent $3,136.51 fixing all the issues, and the repairs were completed on June 20th,
2026. Since then, I have repeatedly tried to get reimbursed, but the dealership has been using delaying tactics. Every time I call, the secretary, Myra, tells me they will help me with the reimbursement, but their actions show they are not sincere.I want to warn others who purchased vehicles from SSS Auto Sales to have their cars inspected by their own mechanic, not the dealership's. Do not rely solely on what the dealership says. They hid major issues from me, and you may discover similar problems if you check your vehicle thoroughly. Otherwise, you may end up spending a lot of money and dealing with the same frustration I experienced. read more