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    Business ProfileforBates Nissan Inc

    New Car Dealers

    At-a-glance

    Customer Reviews

    1.33/5stars

    Average of 3 Customer Reviews

    Customer Complaints

    This business has 0 complaints

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    Business Details

    Location of This Business
    5501 E Central Texas Expy, Killeen, TX 76543-5518
    BBB File Opened:
    10/12/1992
    Years in Business:
    50
    Business Started:
    1/1/1974
    Business Incorporated:
    10/24/1979
    Licensing Information:
    This business is in an industry that may require professional licensing, bonding or registration. BBB encourages you to check with the appropriate agency to be certain any requirements are currently being met.
    Type of Entity:
    Corporation
    Business Management
    • Mr. Bobby Bates, President
    • Mr. Victor H Miranda, General Manager
    • Ms. Christy O'Dell, Accounts Administrator
    Contact Information

    Principal

    • Mr. Bobby Bates, President

    Customer Contact

    • Mr. Bobby Bates, President
    Additional Contact Information

    Fax Numbers

    • (254) 699-7432
      Primary Fax

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    3 Customer Reviews

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    Most Recent Customer Review

    James H

    1 star

    11/15/2023

    It is clear by the overall customer review rating that I am not the only consumer that has a bone to pick with Bates Nissan in ******* , *****. I had my car towed to this dealership to address a concern with my air bag system whereby the air bag warning light would not go off on or about October 31, 2023. My vehicle was being attended to by **** ( last name unknown ) the service manager at the dealership. I was notified that a new battery was needed to which I authorized. Prior to the tow I had already had an occupant detection sensor replaced under the passenger side seat that did not resolve the warning light issue. **** said that I needed the occupant module/brain for the airbag system and the problem may still exist. I expressed my feelings about not wanting to pay for parts that would not fix the problem. Just keep the existing part installed as restock the part that you now want to charge me for. Upon installing the module it was determined that the air bag warning light in fact was still on and that told me the module was not needed. **** refused to restock the part that I did not need and including the battery I was charged $1,247.69 and was notified that I would need an additional $6,689.35 to fix the problem to which I declined. This problem existed when I purchased this vehicle from *************************** Nissan in ******, **. I paid the amount due on November 1, 2023 when I picked up my vehicle and subsequently posted a factual yet negative customer review against *************************** for their failure to assist me in a manner that would be deemed acceptable. The following day I received a call from the dealership and they took custody of my vehicle on November 3, 2023 "to make things right" in the words of Sr. ******** To date I am still waiting to hear from the dealership concerning the status of repair work and resolution. As a resolution I feel that Bates Nissan should not have charged me for parts not needed and I demand a refund for everything except battery.

    Bates Nissan Inc Response

    11/20/2023

    Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We deeply apologize for any inconvenience caused during your recent visit to our dealership. Based on your feedback, it's evident that there are issues with the way some services were handled and we are actively striving to address these concerns through ongoing improvements.

    Regarding your specific case, we followed Nissan's strict protocol based on the coding provided by your vehicle. That protocol instructed us to replace the battery and the occupant module. The expenses associated with such procedures are justified due to the critical role played by the airbag systems in protecting you and your passengers from injury during accidents. Therefore, it's crucial to prioritize safety considerations when making decisions about how best to tackle such challenges. By following Nissan guidelines, we aim to provide our clients with reliable and effective solutions that balance affordability and efficiency without compromising safety standards. Ultimately, we believe that our transparent communication policy and unwavering dedication to delivering truly expectational customer services make up for any potential financial burdens arising from our repair recommendations.

    As a gesture of goodwill, we would like to offer you a complimentary oil change and tire rotation. You may bring your vehicle back anytime within the next two months, free of charge, to take advantage of this offer. Again, we sincerely regret any dissatisfaction experienced, and we thank you for choosing our dealership in the past.

    Best regards,
    ***********************
    Owners Loyalty Manager

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