ComplaintsforManheim Auctions

• Initial Complaint

  04/15/2024

  Complaint Type:

  Sales and Advertising Issues

  Status:

  Answered

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  YMMT 2015 LANDROVER RR EVQ P PLS PURE PLUS VIN ***************** Color Gray Body 5DHB Entry # (Run) ************* Work Order # ******* $3,990.00 Manheim Auction Fails to Disclose Biohazard in Car Purchase My recent experience with Manheim Auction left me deeply disappointed and concerned for my safety. As an eager car buyer, I was tring to buy on ove with hopes of finding reliable vehicles for my dealership. However, what I encountered was far from satisfactory.Upon purchasing a car from Manheim Auction (OVE), I expected transparency regarding its condition. Shockingly, it wasn't until after the purchase that I made a horrifying discovery: the presence of HUMAN blood within the vehicle, constituting a severe biological hazard without announcement .The failure of Manheim Auction to disclose such a critical detail is utterly unacceptable. A reputable auction house should prioritize full transparency, ensuring buyers are fully informed about any potential dangers associated with their purchases. By neglecting to disclose the biohazard in the car, Manheim Auction has not only breached trust but also endangered the health and safety of consumers.Buyers should be able to trust that the items they purchase have undergone thorough inspection and accurate representation. The omission of crucial information regarding the car's condition is a blatant disregard for consumer welfare and reflects poorly on Manheim Auction's professionalism.I urge Manheim Auction to implement stringent policies and procedures to prevent similar oversights in the future. Transparency and integrity should be non-negotiable principles upheld by any reputable auction establishment..Failure to Address Serious Issue by Manheim Texas Hobby

  Business response

  04/18/2024

  Manheim Texas Hobby has determined that the outcome regarding the arbitration claim will remain as buyer bought.  The vehicle was sold As-Is and upon inspection no blood was found and was not determined to be a biohazard.   

• Initial Complaint

  03/08/2024

  Complaint Type:

  Service or Repair Issues

  Status:

  Answered

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  I PURCHASED THIS *** AT MANHEIM PA 0N 10/24/2023 FOR ****** ONLINE. I WENT TO PICK UP THE *** ONLY TO FOUND OUT THE *** WAS WRECKED BY SOME ONE AFTER IT WAS SOLD TO ME, SO I PUT THE *** IN ARBITRATION. AND I TOLD THEM I DONT WANT A WRECKED *** AND I NEED THEM TO TAKE IT BACK. THEY TOLD ME THEY WILL NOT TAKE IT BACK. BUT THEY WILL FIX THE ***. I TOLD THE MANAGER OF MANHEIM PA THAT THE **** FEE THAT HE OFFERED AND FIXED *** IS NOT ENOUGH. I DONT WANT A *** THAT WAS WRECKED AFTER I BOUGHT IF OR BEFORE I DONT KNOW. I'VE ALREADY LOST A LOT OF CASH DO TO FACT I JUST CAME 570 MILES TO GET A *** I CAN'T EVEN PICK UP BECAUSE IT HAS TO GO IN ARBITRATION AND LEAVE EMPTY HANDED.

  Business response

  03/08/2024

  In order to review your complaint, please provide the full VIN# on the vehicle that you are referring to.  

  Customer response

  03/08/2024

  *****************

  Business response

  03/11/2024

  Manheim ************ offered to have the front bumper repaired and resell the vehicle for All American Luxury Autos at no cost to them.  A credit of $450.00 was also given to the dealership.  A final decision was made that Manheim would repair the bumper, detail the vehicle, and resell it at no cost to the dealership.  The repairs to the bumper were completed which was a minor repair.  There were also a few clips that were replaced which reattached the bumper to the fender, and Manheim ************ offered the unit for sale 6 times since the discussion with All American Luxury Autos.  The vehicle was announced "Structural Damage" with a 2.1 Condition Report at the time of purchase.
  
  Manheim ************ has honored their commitments and went well beyond what Manheim's normal policies would typically offer. 

  Customer response

  03/12/2024

   
  Complaint: 21403394
  
  I am rejecting this response because:
  
  Sincerely,
  
  *****************                                                 Due to the fact that Manheim losses are Minuit when are company did nothing wrong.  they only refunded a sale fee. Which dose not even cover the $1100 that was spent to fly a driver out to retrieve the vehicle that he couldn't pick up do to Manheim actions.  And to offer a no sale fee of between $20 -$30 per sale of the vehicle they wrecked. is a smack in the face. Are company stand to loss 3 to 6 grand. The offers made on the vehicle when Manheim attempted to sale it for me at there auction was 5 to 6 thousand and we paid over $10500. And due to fact that its on the dealership floorpan gaining charged interest daily.  I understood the condition when I purchased it but that dont give ******* the right to breach there contract by wrecking the vehicle. And forcing me to take it.  To much time is being spent on this one unit when time is money gained or lost. , And this unit we loss on. 

  Business response

  03/12/2024

  Manheim ************ holds firm on their decision that was made regarding the vehicle and the outcome of the arbitration claim.  Their decision will remain the same.
  
  

  Customer response

  03/12/2024

   
  Complaint: 21403394
  
  I am rejecting this response because:
  
  Sincerely,
  
  **************;              I even paid $170 to have the vehicle post sale inspected the day of sale. And Manheim pass the vehicle, And never notified me about any damage that was done.  Manheim is refusing to handle this problem which makes things hard for small dealers when the profit is only about 2 grand to be made off the unit if it was sold.  It will take multiple units to be sold to make up for the lost that were are acquiring.  Im displeased with the outcome of this complaint. 

• Initial Complaint

  03/07/2024

  Complaint Type:

  Customer Service Issues

  Status:

  Answered

  More info

  I have so many complaints. First off leaving an employee personal information on the ground with social security and bank info on it. ******* the ** always comes into work high and threatens people saying do not try me today unfair treatment to most employees except their favorite. OSHA as well nothing is up to date and ******* said we are not required gloves when we work with filthy cars with needles and stuff.

  Business response

  03/07/2024

  We will need to obtain some additional information.  Please provide the Manheim location(s) that you are referring to so your complaint can be addressed.  

• Initial Complaint

  02/20/2024

  Complaint Type:

  Product Issues

  Status:

  Answered

  More info

  Date of Transaction was February 16,2023 The amount: $640 The money was for an 2017 jeep grand Cherokee, and a black ******** They wanted $1100 for the delivery fee but i was told to only send $640 n i could do the rest in cash.I was told to send it to ************************** app $Shaneka919 . Afterwards i sent the $640 i got a call and was told to send the other money. I Said no because i was told i could pay in cash. I said i didnt want the cars and to me my $640 back. They didnt and **************** said he was only going send $390 because he was taking out for tag and title and insurance. He never sent anything and told me in text messages he will see me in court. I spoke with Mr. **** at ************ and **************** at ************

  Business response

  02/22/2024

  We will need to obtain some additional information.  Please provide the VIN#'s on the vehicles that you are referring to.

• Initial Complaint

  02/17/2024

  Complaint Type:

  Service or Repair Issues

  Status:

  Answered

  More info

  My Vehicle 2021 Kia ** VIN number ***************** was repo on Thursday January 11th By ****************** ***************************************************************. On Tuesday January 16th My Fianc went to pick up the plates from the car and TURN IN TWO SETS OF KEYS and signed off on returning it. On January 22nd My Vehicle Was Transported To Manheim Auction 730 Route 68 **********, ** 08505-0188 . On Friday January 27th I paid off what was owed to the ******* set an appointment to come in on Monday January 29th to come pick up the car from Manheim. When I went to pick up the car there were damages to the *********** only received ONE KEY BACK. When I gave in TWO Keys. I EXPRESSED THIS BOTH TO Manheim and ************* who are both pointing the finger at each other. In conclusion I will like my damages fixed and my other key returned back to me.

  Business response

  02/19/2024

  Redemption transactions are managed by lenders, and Manheim is solely a holding facility during this process.  The lender is responsible for all decisions regarding ***************************** vehicle.  Any concerns regarding the vehicle would need to be addressed directly with the financial institution/lender. 

• Initial Complaint

  02/07/2024

  Complaint Type:

  Service or Repair Issues

  Status:

  Answered

  More info

  We bid for Audi A8L 2012 on 19 Oct 2021 on the Manheim portal where it showed a drivable car, when we sent the tow truck it informed car did not start. we went to the location ******************* Atlanta and the agent called the mechanics who told us the car had been standing there for one year and did not start, they also told us that the last 6 vin numbers got mixed up with another Hond CRV which is driveable. We refused to pick up the car and Manheim put the case for arbitration for which we were never called. After 2 years they called us on 2nd February **** and told us to pick up the damaged car which was falsely advertised on their website and forcibly gave it to us, due to their negligence.

  Business response

  02/13/2024

  Manheim Georgia is still in the process of researching this claim.  We will provide a response shortly. 

   

   

   

• Initial Complaint

  02/02/2024

  Complaint Type:

  Service or Repair Issues

  Status:

  Resolved

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  On january 18th **** i purchased a 2022 *odge Ram Promaster vin number ***************** for the amount of $29,000 and also purchased a Post Sale inspection, For $175, after the vehicle passed inspection i noticed that the van had structural damage to the * pillar of the van by, the van had holes drilled into the d pillar of the van which damaged the * pillar and is structural damage, i arbitrated this with Manheim ****** arbitration and they took a long time to reach back out to me and when they did email me they said that their "mechanics inspected the unit and found no frame damage" even though the **** arbitration guidelines state that the * pillar is a structural component and a load bearing brace on the van. I sent the **** arbitration guidelines and policies to the arbitration department who then ignored my emails and has not responded. Im now being forced to either pay for the unit, re run the unit which will incur huge financial losses that will force me to the point of bankruptcy. I have spoken to multiple people at manheim ****** and the arbitration is supposedly to protect buyers in case of undisclosed damage, the condition report did not disclose any structural damage. And they are refusing to acknowledge the structural damage that is clearly visible in the photos on their condition report. Arbitration is supposed to help the buyers when the vehicle is misrepresented which they did misrepresent the vehicle as having no structural damage and the vehicle clearly has structural damage to the * pillar, if i sell this vehicle to a customer i can be sued due to the d pillar structural integrity being compromised by the drilling and installation of the aftermarket accessories, this is all stated in the **** arbitration policies that manheim is supposedly upholding but they are not following the policy stated and are not working with me to resolve the issue. This is unacceptable because the policy is clearly stated on their website and they refuse to uphold it.

  Business response

  02/02/2024

  Manheim ****** stands behind the arbitration decision regarding the vehicle they purchased. The unit passed the Post Sale Inspection, and it was inspected which also confirmed no frame damage was present. Manheim ****** has also offered resell assistance at no cost to the seller.

  Customer response

  02/02/2024

   
  Complaint: 21235948
  
  I am rejecting this response because: 

   

  Sellers must disclose permanent structural
  damage, any structural alterations, structural
  repairs or replacements (certified or noncertified) as outlined in this policy prior to
  selling a vehicle at auction regardless of sales
  channel or light condition. *isclosures are
  required for the following:
  a. Any/all existing permanent (nonrepairable aka kinked or broken)
  structural damage as defined in this
  policy
  b. Improper and/or substandard prior
  repairs (not meeting OEM repair
  guidelines)
  c. Repairs not certified using OEM
  guidelines or to be within the ****
  Improper alterations to the structure
  Lengthened or Shortened structure
  verified by visual inspection.
  d. Altered suspension that requires the
  structure to be modified from its OEM
  form.
  e. After-market accessories installed or
  removed to the structure.
  f. Towing packages installed (or
  removed) where new holes are drilled,
  OEM holes are enlarged, or if the
  towing package is welded or brazed to
  the structure.
  g. Multiple access holes (regardless of
  size) or singular access holes greater
  than 5/8". Access holes between 1/4"
  and 5/8" are subject to disclosure
  based upon location and condition of
  structural component. 

   

  4. Arbitration Rules for Structural
  *amage, Alteration, Certified
  Repairs or Certified Replacement
  a. A vehicle may be arbitrated if it has
  undisclosed existing permanent
  damage alteration, Certified Repairs or
  Certified Replacement, which should
  have been disclosed under this policy,
  even though the vehicle is within the
  ****. If a structural is*** is properly
  disclosed, the vehicle may only be
  arbitrated for improper repair of the
  designated area, existing permanent
  damage or repairs to other areas of the
  vehicle not disclosed, or for failure to
  be within the **** that was verified
  by visual inspection.
  b. *amaged or replaced radiator core
  supports or rear body panels do not
  require a structural disclosure under
  this policy.
  c. *amage to the aprons, rail floor pan
  assembly, inner wheelhouse (upper or
  lower), * pillar (if equipped) or other
  ancillary structural components on a
  unitized structure in the area where
  the radiator core support or rear body
  panel attaches will require a disclosure
  if permanent damage exists.

   

  As per the arbitration policy states, structural alteration is any aftermarket accessories (in this case being the aftermarket shelving) that is attached or removed from the structural component (in this case being the * pillar) is considered structural alteration. This is all clearly stated in the **** Policy that you are supposed to uphold. If I remove the shelving unit there will be holes that are damaging the * pillar of the vehicle. I am extremely disappointed because I thought Manheim would recognize the damage and accept the arbitration but its clear that they do not want to follow the policy stated on their website. This is completely unacceptable as why is Manheim not accepting the fact that there is structural damage to the * pillar that I have proof of, and that they refuse to acknowledge it. I do not know why they are not doing right by their policy standards and are instead going to force me the buyer to purchase the unit or resell the unit for a loss without any proper reason. I started the arbitration because I knew that it was a serious arbitration and followed their guidelines about the arbitration and they will not uphold their policy. This is in return putting me in a financial burden where I must now either purchase the unit or resell the unit at a loss which is completely unfair and frankly leaves a bad reputation. This should be a violation of their policy and I will not accept this arbitration decision as I would not waste my time to arbitrate if I did not have a solid arbitration case. It is clear to me that Manheim is choosing to ignore the **** policy that they supposedly uphold and are covering up the structural damage caused by the installation of the shelves by the seller and instead of helping me the buyer with the situation, Manheim would rather ignore their policy and instead of accepting the arbitration claim, they want to deny it even when there is clearly proof of structural alteration caused by the installation of aftermarket accessories in to the * pillar of the van. Ive attached the photos of the aftermarket accessories that are clearly attached to the * pillar which is considered structural damage as per the **** unibody frame structure guidelines. I cannot sell this vehicle to a customer because if the customer gets into a rollover collision they will be able to *** me for selling them a vehicle with structural damage caused by the drilling holes into the * pillar. This is saddening to say the least as I have all the proof necessary and a solid case for arbitration of structural damage but clearly there is something going on behind the scenes where Manheim is choosing not to be fair to the buyer and uphold the arbitration policy. The arbitration is supposedly an unbiased decision but in this case it is clearly biased towards the seller kingbee rentals LLC as they are a large third party seller whereas I am a small independent dealer who clearly has a solid case of structural alteration but they do not seem to care about the sellers at all. Let the record show that they told me if I do not purchase this unit by the 6th they will charge me late fees and ultimately blacklist from every auction and enter me into the K/O Book for not wanting to purchase a vehicle with clear and obvious damage. I will now have to incur a loss and will make sure to let anyone know about Manheims corrupt arbitration process and business practices. 
  
  I am disgusted and disappointed with how crooked Manheim is and how they have so much power over the buyer and put them in a horrible situation that they have to either deal with or be blacklisted from every auction house and auction access. Its absolutely baffling that they have this much power over dealerships who are just trying to make an honest living in the car business Im a 20 year-old who now has to pay for a $30,000 van with structural damage because Manheim refuses to uphold their arbitration policy that they clearly advertise on their website
  
  Sincerely,
  
  **** Alkaddomui

  Business response

  02/06/2024

  This issue has been resolved between Manheim ****** and Fadis Auto Sales.

  Customer response

  02/06/2024

   
  Better Business Bureau:
  
  I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me.
  
  Sincerely,
  
  **** Alkaddomui

• Initial Complaint

  01/16/2024

  Complaint Type:

  Service or Repair Issues

  Status:

  Answered

  More info

  I Purchased a 2011 Audi S4 Vin# ***************** 108,107mi, with a good condition report, Graded at 3.6 out of a 5.0. ( I can provide) I paid good money for the car based on that info $7,635.00 when the car was transported to PA, I found that the "Transmission Gear Icon" light was on, indicating that the transmission wasn't opearating correctly. Attempted to drive car, slipping badly, no reverse, I Proceeded to call the ** auction, Told them about transmission issue, and they stated car was sold "as-is" deal stands. I asked why the condition report didn't show ************** light" No reponse ? My concerns are;1) Why wasn't the Trans light reported on the condition report ?2) Are the auction people doing these condition reports that incompitant, that they didn't see icon ?3) When car was tested or moved, they didn't feel slipping ?4) When I asked auction about this, They claimed that they only make sure car moves foward & backwards. They don't road test the car, No reponse. 5) Now I checked the *** arbitration rules, and it didn't state that, Strangely enough they revised the *** rules, "after my purchase to reflect, that they only make sure the car moves foward & reverse. 6) To me, its obvious, the auction condition reports, favors the seller, not the buyer. "3.6 **"7) I realize, I've been taken, Under advise from *** PA, I attempt to resell the car and cut my losses. I register the car at *** PA, They do a condition report, and grade the car as a "1.2 **", announcing the trans issues, I'm at a loss for words, that the ** was changed to such a low **, How can PA, differ from ** so much ? the car barely bids to $2,000, far too low for me to sell it at such a loss. and when I purchased it, it ran thru a normal running lane, yet *** PA ran it the **** Lane" which is for cars needing extensive repairs !!8) The repairs required to fix the trans issue, requires a new clutch $1,800, and a valve body $3.000 in parts plus labor @ $2,000. making it impossible to fix, and resell the car !!9) Had the ** auction disclosed the trans issue, I would have Not Purchased the car !!Now comes the 2nd part: I went onto "OVE" on the auction site, found a 2012 Land Rover LR4, Vin# ***************** needing timing chains, at *** *******, Now I thought, I was wise to *** policy, i contacted the seller before the purchase, I confirmed the issue was "Timing Chains" and verified the truck "Ran" in order to load it up on the transport truck, which I also contracted thru the auction. Seller agreed, and I purchased it for the agreed price of $3,600. plus a $700. transport fee. Afterwards, the transporter, contacts us that truck doesn't run, making it impossible to load onto the truck. I called *** CH, and they stated to file an Arbitration claim, to which I did, and the auction stated "the deal stands, sold as is" I explained my conversation, with the seller, NO change, sold. I told them, that if the truck couldn't be loaded, it would have to be "Flat bed towed" from ******* to PA, would be significanly higher $2500-3,000. and if it didn't run, it now probably needs and engine, due to valve damage "interference motor" $10-12000. for a used engine, plus labor making the purchase impractible. My position is, if the auction would have accuratly reported the condition report, I wouldn't be in this position. I am an ASE ceritfied mechanic, with over 40 years experience. I know the costs involved to replace timing chains on Land Rovers, which allowed me to bid accordingdly. With regaurds to the Audi, If they would have disclosed ************** light on, Or Announced "No ***" I would have NOT PURCHASED either car. Manheim should undo the deals and make me whole. I will gladly supply the condition reports, and any other infomation, you may require for clarification."OVE" is Manhiems "ON Line Vehicle Exchange" sales, not running thru physical lanes "***" is Manheim Auto Auction" CHI is Manheim *******, PA is Manheim PA, ****" is Manheims Total Resouce Auction, for disabled vehicles "**" is Cond

  Business response

  01/19/2024

  VIN# ***************** was sold on OVE As Is, and the vehicle was sold without a supporting Condition Report.  The vehicle was also not listed as being drivable.  Regarding VIN# *****************, this vehicle was purchased As Is, and the unit was drivable when it was located at Manheim **********.  The Condition Report was completed properly.  This information was explained to ********** *** as well.  Both Manheim **********, and Manheim ******* stand behind the decision they made on both vehicles.

  Customer response

  01/20/2024

  I don't agree with Manheims response, If the vehicles were announced as "No Arbitration" That would have raised a flag to me, "Do Not Buy"

  Again, how did the *** go from a 3.7 to a 1.6 ? also, not running thru a physical lane. There has to be a standard, that all locations abide by. Why the "Icon light" for transmission, wasn't reported. It is my position that the auction has to be fair to both the Buyer & seller, If they claim, shadeds of Gray, The auction, is the mediary of both parties. They get fee's from both sides. "As is" should not be used as a point to work for the auctions benefit, where as "NO Arb" would be. Plus I have paid for all the fee's to run the Audi multiple times, with poor results, and also that Manheim **, opted to remove the buyer fee's on the transaction. This tells me, that they understand the position they put me in. If the repairs were a few hundred dollars, I wouldn't have bought this up. The Audi repairs are in excess of $4500-5000, making this deal impractible. Manheims threshold of arbitration, is $500.00 as not arbitraible. All I am doing is lining the pockets of the Auction. Please review the condition reports, which I will gladly supply. 

  Business response

  01/22/2024

  Manheim stands behind their decision.  The outcome remains the same on both vehicles from Manheim ********** and Manheim *******.

• Initial Complaint

  01/15/2024

  Complaint Type:

  Service or Repair Issues

  Status:

  Answered

  More info

  I purchased a 2016 Acura mdx from Manheim chicago last Thursday. Condition report is 4.4 out of 5. That is almost a flawless car. Vehicle is as is but the condition report is 4.4. The report stated very minor issues and after purchasing car and having it transported to me. Further inspection revealed many issues with the exterior paint and very poor patch up paint job on parts of vehicle that middle school kids could've done better. Yet it wa rated 4.4 Took pictures of all the things not listed in report and started the arbitration. Got a call back today saying since it was as is they aren't able to do anything. I asked the lady who was named Jennifer why was the condition report false because people who buy cars online are relying solely on the reports the auction generates. This is an absolute scam to put high condition report on cars while they are as is and then once sold they use the "you bought it as is" excuse to show you they hold power over the customers. This is malicious malpractice and I know many other customers have the same complaint and this also isn't the first time it happened to me. I'm not sure if this is a Manheim issue or a Manheim Chicago issue where people in charge are misusing their position at work to dupe customers. Photographic evidence exists of all items missing in condition report, like purposely left out because they're intention is to give car higher rating and then when confronted about it they fall back on its as is car. That doesn't give them the right to mislead customers and then to degrade them for buying as is. Why put a condition report on a car if your not going to honor the intentional missing damages? Please help resolve this issue and prevent this from happening as a common occurrence. Thank you and looking forward to a response.

  Business response

  01/16/2024

  We will need to obtain additional information.  Please provide the full VIN# on the vehicle that you are referring to.  

  Business response

  01/24/2024

  Manheim stands behind the decision that was made regarding the vehicle in question.  

  Customer response

  01/24/2024

   
  Complaint: 21149897
  
  I am rejecting this response because:
  

  Yes I know manheim stands by duping customers. Wouldn't expect anything less from *** ***** ** *****. Look at your ratings and reviews on the internet and then to still stand by your so called decision to not honor your arbitration even though pictures of damages were uploaded that were not in the condition report is pretty low class, but then again reading about manheim online, not surprised one bit.

  Stay very unclassy manheim.

  Will see how long you can continue being ******** ***** in treating your customers.

  Karma is real *****.

  
  Sincerely,
  
  Mirza Baig

• Initial Complaint

  01/11/2024

  Complaint Type:

  Service or Repair Issues

  Status:

  Answered

  More info

  ***************** 2017 PORSCHE Hello, This Dates back to 2022, When I owned a ******************* On 02/07/2022, I lent 10,000$ to a Customer *******************. Months go by ****** goes a-wall. 0$ in payments are made! Account goes in default and the repossession process is started! After failed attempts to locate the vehicle. I ceased attempts to locate as its costing me money day by day. I write this off as a loss. On 12/01/23 vehicle is found in possession of Manheim Auction in **********. (By a quick search) I then hired a Recovery Agent in the *******************, 01/02/24 And an attempt was made to recover the vehicle, 01/05/23 Per the agents attempt was unsuccessful. U guys are in position of a vehicle without a valid title, & a lien on it. I simply need the vehicle or contract be paid in full. Borrower was granted title loan, ******** sold vehicle to shift, Shift couldnt sell car due to car not being available to register vehicle ( I hold current title *******), Shift then tries to get rid of car by selling vehicle at auction. And have another buyer deal with trouble. I have since transferred the title in my name and will not release anything to anyone till dues are paid

  Business response

  01/16/2024

  This claim is currently under legal review, and we are unable to provide a final response at this time.  Once the claim has been resolved, we will submit a response.

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