Took my vehicle in for a diagnostic and repair for code c1232. My service advisor was Audrey. After an hour of labor ($175 - plus $17.50 for shop supplies?) it was determined there was an open wire to the sensor causing the error. This particular code disables the traction control and anti-lock brake system, making driving in slick conditions quite hazardous.
Once I had checked out with Audrey, she informed me that she would call me before the end of the day to schedule the repair appointment. Additionally, when I asked about how much it would be to repair, I was told between 1-3 hours of labor, and she would keep me updated during the repair on that day how much the total would be. I was supposed to schedule with her on that return call as well.
Audrey did not return my phone call, so I called in the last 30 minutes the service department was open (this was a SAT), so that I could schedule the appointment for the following week.
When Audrey called me back a short time later, somehow the cost estimate had gone from 1-3 hours to be updated with me during the repair, to a flat 3 hours. That would place this repair in excess of $700 for performing an overlay on the sensor wire. Outrageous.
I called back on Monday to schedule the appointment, and asked for the service manager to inform him of my concerns about the changes to the estimate and having difficulty reaching my service advisor. I was told I would receive a call back from her regarding the scheduling of the appointment. That did not happen.
I called to speak to my advisor around noon on Monday regarding the specific issues with the sensor wire, and still not having an appointment scheduled for the repair. I was told by the receptionist Audrey would return my call after she was finished speaking to a customer at her desk. Again, no return phone call. Waited 3 hours.
I called back again Monday afternoon to speak to her due to the failure to return calls so many times. I was connected to the service manager, Travis instead.
Travis was extremely rude during this phone call, despite me calmly explaining the frustrating experience on not being able to reach my service advisor or schedule an appointment multiple times. I informed him of all the reasons the service level was poor, and that I was very dissatisfied, as any customer would be.
Travis was belligerent, and chose a confrontation rather than customer service. I informed him I would be writing a review for the reasons I had stated. He then asked, "Why would you do that??". I listed all of the reasons I had just stated again, a bit more firmly. His response was "Don't raise your voice to me." Absolutely absurd. Rather than argue with a belligerent service manager, I ended the call immediately.
Do not take your vehicle to Twin Falls Chevrolet for servicing for any reason. They are charging triple what the repairs cost, failing to return phone calls, and having a nasty attitude with their customers. My family has been a Chevrolet customer for over 20 years, and this is the worst service I have experienced at any dealer. Ever.
I contacted Con Paulos, which is less than a 10 min drive down the freeway to Jerome. 1 hour of labor to fix the car, not 3 hours. Save yourself the hassle and head over there in the first place. They charge a fair rate for their time, and have much better customer service.
Shame on you Twin Falls Chevrolet. Take a customer service course. You are an example of what not to do.
Addendum:
"Being that the other dealership you mentioned had the benefit of our diagnosis, their estimate could be trimmed down by the time we invested for you."
I was going to be charged 3 hours of labor IN ADDITION to the 1 hour $175 diagnostic I had already paid, making this statement patently false. read more