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Colonial Honda of Dartmouth

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    Customer Complaints Summary

    • 9 total complaints in the last 3 years.
    • 3 complaints closed in the last 12 months.

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    • Initial Complaint

      Date:05/22/2025

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      On Tuesday, May 20th, I brought my Honda pilot to Honda of Dartmouth. I was requesting an oil change, tire rotation, and for them to check why my engine light was on. They informed me I also needed brake fluid and I initially agreed to this. They informed me it would cost $259 for brake fluid that is sold in stores for much cheaper. In the moment I agreed and then within an hour I reached out asking to cancel that service only to be told it was too late. They also charged me $189 just to check the codes on my car. Again, a rip off. This can be checked at auto zone for free. After further investigation of my car, they told me all of these outrageous things that needed to be done. I denied 95% of what needed to be done and told them I only wanted the services that would be covered by my car warranty. Today, 5/22 I pick up my car and was charged $917. My warranty covered the remaining $918. They charged me $1151 for labor! Now I know it may take a few hours for labor but that cost is outrageous and there is zero breakdown of how much per hour they charge or any documentation of the hours spent on my car to confirm this labor charge. I was without a car from Tuesday until Thursday, it took them alllll of Tuesday to confirm what my warranty was going to cover. This caused a major inconvenience for myself and my family. I have 3 children to get back and forth to school as well as work. I had to leave work to bring them the car and then leave work 30 minutes early just to get it to make it to my children on time because it was completed during the original time they told me.

      Customer Answer

      Date: 06/02/2025

      I have not heard from the business in response to my complaint.

      Business Response

      Date: 06/02/2025

      Dear Better Business Bureau,


      Thank you for the opportunity to respond to the concerns raised by ********** ******* regarding their recent service visit to Honda of Dartmouth on May 20th.

      First and foremost, we regret that the customer feels dissatisfied with their experience and would like to offer clarification on the events and procedures related to this service appointment.
      On May 20th, the customer brought in their **************** Pilot requesting an oil change, tire rotation, and diagnostic review due to the check engine light being on. As part of our process, a multipoint inspection was performed, and the customer was notified that a brake fluid exchange was recommended based on vehicle age and mileage. The customer agreed to this service at the time it was quoted and authorized.
      We understand that shortly after authorizing the brake fluid service, the customer contacted us in an attempt to cancel it. However, by the time of that request, the service had already been completed. We do apologize if this timing created any frustration.


      Regarding the diagnostic fee, we do charge for a full system scan performed by certified technicians using manufacturer-grade diagnostic equipment. While some parts stores may offer limited code scanning for free, the depth and accuracy of our diagnostics, including technician labor time, go beyond what is typically available through retail scanners.


      Concerning the labor charges and warranty coordination: our service team did spend a considerable amount of time diagnosing the vehicles issues, communicating with the warranty provider for approvals, and performing both warranty-covered and customer-authorized repairs. The total labor cost reflected includes the time and expertise of trained technicians over multiple days. We understand the importance of transparency and regret that the labor breakdown was not made clearer to the customer. We are happy to provide a detailed invoice with time estimates upon request.


      We also apologize for any inconvenience caused due to the duration of the service visit. Verifying warranty coverage does require communication and approval from third-party providers, which can extend the service timeline. We understand how challenging this can be for customers with family and work obligations, and we strive to minimize delays wherever possible.
      At Honda of Dartmouth, we are committed to honest communication and quality service. We will be reaching out to the customer ************************ to address any remaining concerns and ensure a clear explanation of the charges and services rendered.
      We appreciate the opportunity to respond and look forward to resolving this matter amicably.


      Sincerely,
      **** *******
      ************************start="2939" data-end="2942">Colonial Honda of Dartmouth
      ************
      **************************************************************************************************************

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:04/29/2025

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      Dealership is using previous claims to not payout on extended warranty. This is Including a claim that was either paid or should have been paid directly by Honda for a recall on a AC that was extended to 10 years. See written complaint attached.

      Business Response

      Date: 04/30/2025

      Hi. Mr. ****** is aware that his a/c condensor was not part of the Honda campaign. I'm attaching the vehicle inquiry from our service department. Our sales team worked with the office and secure for him the money that was due from his cancellation of the service contract (extended warranty). Please feel free to contact me or ****** ****** that was assisting Mr. ************ during this process or ******* ***** our service manager. 

      Customer Answer

      Date: 05/06/2025

      Better Business Bureau:I have reviewed the response submitted by the business and have determined that the response does not satisfy or resolve my issues and/or concerns in reference to complaint # ********.

      This response does not explain why I was told otherwise when I picked up my vehicle from service. Nor does it change the fact that there is nothing mention in the agreements of prior claims being deducted from a prorated amount for cancellation.

      *******

       

       

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:11/09/2024

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I am writing to file a complaint against Colonial Honda of Dartmouth regarding a recent service on my 2017 Honda Pilot EXL (VIN: *****************). I was provided a quote for genuine Honda OEM parts (part number 51621-TG8-A01 for front struts) but, instead, aftermarket parts (FCS *******L) were installed without my consent.Details of the Issue:Initial Quote: I received a quote for Honda OEM struts (51621-TG8-A01) including labor cost totaling approximately $1,536.16 with taxes, clearly specifying OEM parts.Invoice and Installed Parts: ************ completion, I was billed $1,588.06, including $900 for parts and $626.50 for labor. The invoice (attached) shows aftermarket parts (FCS *******L) were installed instead of the quoted OEM parts, without informing or obtaining consent.Concerns: OEM parts meet Honda standards, and replacing them with lower-cost aftermarket parts affects quality and misrepresents the value of the service I was promised.Resolution Sought: I am seeking either a full refund of the parts/labor difference or replacement with the quoted Honda OEM parts (51621-TG8-A01) at no additional cost.Please address this matter promptly. I trusted Colonial Honda of Dartmouth for transparency, and I am disappointed by this experience.Thank you for your attention.

      Business Response

      Date: 11/14/2024

      The Statement by the Complainant is Untrue & Inaccurate.
      He originally came into our dealership on October 29, 2024 and at his request, we provided him with a quote of $ ******** which did include OEM / Honda Parts.
      After reviewing our quote, he rejected it  and left our dealership.
      Then, several days later, he returned to our Dealership with another Quote, that he had obtained from another **************** Shop.
      He then asked if we could match or beat their quote of  $ ********.
      After reviewing this proposed outside quote, we finally agreed to match his quote, but clearly explained that we could only achieve this quote by using After-Market Parts ( NOT HONDA PARTS )& applying service coupons from our web-site to reduce the labor costs accordingly to match this outside quote.
      There is NO Doubt and / or Questions regarding this matter.
      He was absolutely aware and acknowledged, that we could only match this New/Outside Quote,  by using Aftermarket Parts ( which this new quote used as well )  & our In-House Coupons to reduce labor cost accordingly.  

      Customer Answer

      Date: 11/14/2024

      Better Business Bureau:I have reviewed the response submitted by the business and have determined that the response does not satisfy or resolve my issues and/or concerns in reference to complaint # ********. Please add your rejection comments below; if you do not provide any details, your complaint will be closed as Answered. 

      [Response to Colonial Hondas Statement:
      Thank you for providing Colonial Hondas response to my complaint. I would like to address their statements and clarify the facts, supported by attached documentation. I would also like to note that the service manager involved in this matter is ******* F. *****.
      1. Misrepresentation of the Initial Quote
      Colonial Honda claims that my initial quote of $2,459.82 was for Honda OEM parts, which I allegedly rejected. However, this initial quote was for six specific Honda OEM parts along with labor costs, before applying any coupons. This is clearly indicated in the attached quote from Colonial Honda, which lists the following parts:
      51621-TG8-A01 S/ABS UNIT, L (Front Left Strut)
      51401-TG8-A01 S/ABS UNIT, R (Front Right Strut)
      51220-TZ5-A01 RUBBER, FR. (Front Rubber Component)
      51230-TZ5-A01 RUBBER, FR. (Front Rubber Component)
      51675-TZ5-A01 BEARING, FR. (Front Bearing)
      51676-TZ5-A01 BEARING, FR. (Front Bearing)
      In the final invoice, however, only two parts were installed:
      LCS/2337077L STRUT ASSY (Aftermarket Strut Assembly, not OEM)
      LCS/2337077R STRUT ASSY (Aftermarket Strut Assembly, not OEM)
      The drastic reduction from six parts to two, along with the switch to aftermarket parts without my consent, demonstrates a significant deviation from the initial agreement.
      2. Sparks Auto Repair Quote for OEM Parts
      I did seek an outside quote from Sparks Auto Repair to compare costs. The Sparks quote, which I have attached, clearly specifies OEM parts for the front struts, including the part numbers 51621-TG8-A01 (Front Left Strut) and 51401-TG8-A01 (Front Right Strut), along with labor and tax, totaling $1,403.35. This shows that I was indeed comparing OEM parts costs, not aftermarket parts as Colonial Honda claims. The dealerships assertion that the outside quote was for aftermarket parts is incorrect and misleading.
      3. Lack of Consent for Aftermarket Parts
      At no point did Colonial Honda inform me that they would be installing aftermarket parts instead of OEM parts, nor did I consent to such a substitution. If the dealership maintains that I agreed to the use of aftermarket parts, I request that they provide any documentation or written confirmation showing that I was informed about and consented to this change prior to installation. I believe this lack of transparency constitutes a misrepresentation of services.
      Conclusion
      Colonial Honda's response misrepresents the facts of the situation. The initial quote, final invoice, and Sparks Auto Repair quote collectively demonstrate that I intended to use OEM parts and that Colonial Honda did not disclose the switch to aftermarket parts. I trusted Colonial Honda, represented by Service Manager ******* F. *****, as an authorized dealer to provide transparent and reliable service, and I feel I was misled.
      Thank you for assisting me in addressing this matter. I hope to reach a fair resolution where either a partial refund is provided for the difference in parts, or the dealership installs the originally quoted OEM parts.
      Sincerely,
      Hongkang Xu]


      Businesses and Customers should be civil, courteous and polite in their responses to complaints. It is important to remain professional and productive when participating in the BBB complaint process.

      FAQ

      Regards,

      Hongkang

       

       

      Business Response

      Date: 11/18/2024

      Again, we stand by our initial response, WE DID NOT MATCH HIS QUOTE WITH O.E.M. PARTS, the second time he came back with ANOTHER QUOTE & ASKED US IF WE COULD MATCH THAT QUOTE. WE DID MATCH THE QUOTE, BUT CLEARLY EXPLAINED THAT WE WOULD NOT BE USING OEM PARTS. This was explained by **** *****, Service Manager.

      He asked us to match his quote from another source and we agreed, but DID EXPLAIN they would be aftermarket parts.

       

       

      Customer Answer

      Date: 11/19/2024

      Better Business Bureau:I have reviewed the response submitted by the business and have determined that the response does not satisfy or resolve my issues and/or concerns in reference to complaint # ********. Please add your rejection comments below; if you do not provide any details, your complaint will be closed as Answered. 

      [Thank you for the dealerships reply. I would like to clarify the ongoing inaccuracies in their response, as their statements are inconsistent with the documentation and the facts of this transaction.
      1. Continued Misrepresentation of Consent
      The dealership claims that I was informed and agreed to the use of aftermarket parts. However, they have not provided any written documentation to substantiate this claim. Its standard practice for any significant change in partsespecially a change from *** to aftermarketto be clearly documented and agreed upon in writing. I did not sign or receive any acknowledgment of this change, nor was there any record indicating my agreement to use aftermarket parts instead of ***.
      Despite their insistence, the invoice and quote documentation do not show any consent from me to use aftermarket parts, indicating that the dealership's statement is inaccurate and misleading.
      2. Higher Price for Aftermarket Parts
      According to the invoice, the aftermarket parts they used are listed at a higher price than the *** parts on the original quote. This is both surprising and counterintuitive; typically, aftermarket parts are less expensive than *** parts. Given the higher price of the aftermarket parts on the invoice, it is implausible that I would have agreed to this substitution if I had been fully informed beforehand.
      The dealership's claim that I agreed to use aftermarket parts to match a lower quote is therefore not credible. The documentation clearly shows that I was charged more for aftermarket parts than the quoted price for *** parts, which directly contradicts their explanation.
      3. Invoice Discrepancy and Lack of Transparency
      The initial quote I received from Colonial Honda was for six specific Honda *** parts, totaling $2,459.82, as detailed below:
      51621-TG8-A01 S/ABS UNIT, L (Front Left Strut)
      51401-TG8-A01 S/ABS UNIT, R (Front Right Strut)
      51220-TZ5-A01 RUBBER, FR. (Front Rubber Component)
      51230-TZ5-A01 RUBBER, FR. (Front Rubber Component)
      51675-TZ5-A01 BEARING, FR. (Front Bearing)
      51676-TZ5-A01 BEARING, FR. (Front Bearing)
      The final invoice, however, lists only two aftermarket parts (LCS/2337077L and LCS/2337077R), and no effort was made to update the quote to reflect the actual parts used or their prices. The lack of a clear, updated breakdown in the invoice further supports that I was not informed of or did not agree to these changes.
      4. Misleading Pricing and Unexplained Price Increase
      I was quoted a price for Honda *** parts, which typically command a premium. It is unreasonable to believe that I would agree to pay an even higher price for lower-cost aftermarket parts without any documented evidence of my consent.
      The dealerships response fails to address this inconsistency and does not provide a reasonable explanation as to why I would agree to pay more for aftermarket parts.

      Thank you for your attention to this matter. I trust that BBB will see the importance of requiring transparency in cases where significant changes in parts and pricing are involved. I look forward to a fair resolution.
      Sincerely,
      Hongkang Xu]


      Businesses and Customers should be civil, courteous and polite in their responses to complaints. It is important to remain professional and productive when participating in the BBB complaint process.

      FAQ

      Regards,

      Hongkang

       

       

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:02/02/2024

      Type:Sales and Advertising Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      9-25-2023 Purchased a car to have shipped to ** from Colonial Honda of **********. Paid their price and was charged ************* sales tax. ****% ( $1,649.19 ) Sales tax in ** is 3% ( ( $1,122 88 ).I have purchased many vehicles out of state and no tax was charged from the seller because I pay when I register it in **. When I register and tagged the auto in ** I was charged 3% sales tax. The ** DMV said when I purchased it the dealer was suppose to charge ** sales tax and it would apply when registered in **. To get it registered I had to pay to get the tag. After calling many times I have been hung up on, told that the *** of Colonial will take care of it and I would hear from them soon. I cant seem to get to the General Sales Manager because #1, hes out, #2 hes busy, #3 call me back and this hasnt happened. I was told by a salesman that they were going to send me a form ( Arbitration ) and I could do it that way. This puts this situation in my lap and the dealer gets off and lets me battle the problem. I refused to do that and was told ( my last conversation ) I would hear from them that day. No calls or answer. A return of the sales tax from the dealer is what should be done. I had it shipped by carrier $700.00 and the car is excellent. I was told the truth on the vehicle. No return calls from Colonial Honda is not good business. Hanging up on me is unacceptable. *****

      Business Response

      Date: 02/08/2024

      Hi, my name is ************************* from Colonial Honda and I was assigned by *************************** to assist ****************** with the sales taxes issue. ****************** issued a full refund of the sales taxes paid in behalf of Mr. ************************* to ***********. I'm attaching a copy of the check. I emailed ****************** a copy of the check as well and I also talked to him and he's thankful of the final result.

      Please feel free to email me or with any questions. ************************* - ************************************************************* ************** Cellular

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:09/12/2023

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I require assistance with the following issue with the dealership Colonial Honda of Dartmouth, located at ********************, Dartmouth, ** *****. On 4/27/23 I went into the dealership to cancel an extended warranty. I was informed that I would receive the refund in 4 to 6 weeks. By 7/6/23 I had still not received the refund. I contacted the company that facilitates the extended warranty and they informed me that the dealership had never sent them the required paperwork. I emailed them a copy of the original cancellation contract from 4/27/23 and they informed me that they would be able to cancel it. I then went back to the dealership on the same day and informed them that the extended warranty company did not receive the paperwork. The dealership then re-faxed the original cancelation from 4/27. I was informed again that I would see the refund in 4 to 6 weeks. Since 7/6 I have contacted the extended warranty company several times, and they confirmed each time that the warranty was cancelled and have directed me to reach out to the dealership for my refund. I have made several attempts to reach out to the dealership. On 9/29/23 I was informed by the dealership that I would receive the refund in 2 days. It is now 9/12/23 and I have not received the refund. I have attached a copy of the warranty cancellation signed by myself and the finance manager, dated 4/27/23.

      Business Response

      Date: 09/14/2023

      I have contacted ******* and made him aware check is available for pick up 09/14/23 

      Customer Answer

      Date: 09/14/2023

      Better Business Bureau:I have reviewed the response submitted by the business and have determined that the response does not satisfy or resolve my issues and/or concerns in reference to complaint # ********. Please add your rejection comments below; if you do not provide any details, your complaint will be closed as Answered. 

      I do not own the vehicle. The check needs to go to the bank, not me.

      Businesses and Customers should be civil, courteous and polite in their responses to complaints. It is important to remain professional and productive when participating in the BBB complaint process.

      FAQ

      Regards,

      *******

       

       

      Business Response

      Date: 09/18/2023

      The check was mailed to **** of America on09/15/2023....

      Customer Answer

      Date: 09/25/2023

      Better Business Bureau:I have reviewed the response submitted by the business and have determined that the response does not satisfy or resolve my issues and/or concerns in reference to complaint # ********. Please add your rejection comments below; if you do not provide any details, your complaint will be closed as Answered. 

      It has been 10 days since my last contact with the dealership and I am still waiting for the refund to be reflected on the loan amount.

      Businesses and Customers should be civil, courteous and polite in their responses to complaints. It is important to remain professional and productive when participating in the BBB complaint process.

      FAQ

      Regards,

      *******

       

       

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:08/03/2023

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      ResolvedMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I had purchased new tires from them in the process they damaged all four of my rims with their rim balancing machine,the service advisor admitted the cup on the machine was worn out,I then spoke to the service manager he agreed they screwed up and would have to replace the rims told me to give him a week its now been 3 weeks they have made no effort to contact me, and have been avoiding me

      Business Response

      Date: 08/19/2023

      The service manager ******************* spoke with Tryce . We are currently waiting on the wheels to come in they are on back order

      Customer Answer

      Date: 08/23/2023

      [A default letter is provided here which indicates your acceptance of the business's response.  If you wish, you may update it before sending it.]

      Better Business Bureau:

      I have reviewed the response submitted by the business and have determined that the response does satisfy my issues and/or concerns in reference to complaint #********. I understand that by choosing to accept the business response that my complaint will be closed as resolved. 

      Regards,

      ***************************
    • Initial Complaint

      Date:06/13/2023

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I purchase a vehicle on ****, returned auto 5-1 due to title issues was never notified prior to purchasing auto. Was informed on **** would have registered auto never occurred. Waited until **** for title. Did not receive title. Was told sale would be voided, not correct, they required me to sign a bill a title for an auto that I never legally owned. Auto returned on **** had 7 hard inquires to credit report, also as of **** still have auto loan on credit report. Hard inquires on report for next two years, debt to income ratio damaged. All for auto that had no clear title at the time of sale. Fraud committed by dealership. Have text messages to support report.

      Business Response

      Date: 06/21/2023

      When our Sales Manager was made aware of the title issue with the 2020 Audi that ****************** bought from our dealership, we immediately put him
      in a replacement vehicle that our dealership paid for him to use until we agreed the final resolution.



      We also paid for the 1st payment of the contract with the ********************** $737.59 for the Audi and we also issue him a check for $685.00 for him to
      satisfy the payment that was due to *********** for the 2019 Cadillac.

      After reaching an agreement with ******************, we decided to nullify and void the transaction of the 2020 Audi and we provided him with a full refund of his down payment.

      We returned the 2019 Cadillac that was traded to our dealership with a full tank of gasoline, full detail inside and out and the vehicle full serviced.




      The sale of the vehicle was voided but the auto loan was funded and that was the reason why the dealership asked ****************** to sign the payoff form and the odometer reading to satisfy and payoff in full the auto loan that was under his name with **********************. The reason of the nullification of the deal was due to the issue of the title that was incorrectly printed by the department of motor vehicle in ************.

      In response to ****************** request to BBB asking for a correction to his credit report. Our dealership is going to request to remove the inquiries from TU and XPN but we're going to 
      be at the mercy from those institutions.

      Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

      Sincerely,

      Customer Answer

      Date: 06/25/2023

      Better Business Bureau:I have reviewed the response submitted by the business and have determined that the response does not satisfy or resolve my issues and/or concerns in reference to complaint # ********. Please add your rejection comments below; if you do not provide any details, your complaint will be closed as Answered. 

      [You must provide details of why you are not satisfied with this resolution.  If you do not enter a reason for your rejection, your complaint will be closed as Answered.]

      Businesses and Customers should be civil, courteous and polite in their responses to complaints. It is important to remain professional and productive when participating in the BBB complaint process.

      FAQ

      Regards,

      *****

       

       

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:12/22/2022

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      AnsweredMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I bought a 2017 ****** Altima in mid October, and now its 3 days before Christmas and my check engine light has been on since the day after I bought it. I have an extended warranty for ****** miles on this and the issue still hasnt been resolved after 60+ days. Im going to follow this review with a chapter 93A demand letter to the owners. 1. Bought the car on 10/18/22 and check engine light came on the next day.2. Brought it back 3 times over the course of 4 weeks and Check Engine Light never resolved.3. Said they'd make arrangements to bring it to ****** for me. Never did, so I brought it myself.4. Two days before Thanksgiving the **************** said Colonial had to fix it since it was still within 60 days of purchase.5. The following week on 11/30/22 I receive a call out of the blue saying that a part was ordered and they're waiting on delivery. The exact nature & extent of repairs were never explained.6. It's 3 days before Christmas, Colonial still hasn't fixed my car, and Check Engine Light is still.To add insult to injury, the ****** dealership gave me a loaner car to use while they were attempting to make repairs. Prior to this, Colonial told me that I'd have to get a car on my own while they repair it if I needed one. I mentioned what ****** did for me, and only then Colonial offered to give me a loaner car. Its been at least three weeks since I was informed of the part being ordered. How long does it take for a part to arrive? Is it coming from *****? I'm sure that ****** I went to has the part, why can't they get it from them?Overall, this has been a horrible experience because I felt the car was good when I test drove it, but to have the check engine on ever since the day after I bought it doesnt sit right with me. Ive spoken to the people at Colonial Honda and mentioned the other reviews on here and I also told them that I would do the 93A demand letter, but there hasnt been anything done on their part to stop this, so here we are.

      Business Response

      Date: 12/22/2022

      I personally contacted ******************** and we agreed to put a remanufactured transmission in his 2017 ****** Altima. We originally ordered a brand new unit but due the shortage of parts for the ****** vehicles they have it in back

      oder. The re built transmission is going to have a ****** miles or 12 months warranty including parts and labors which ***** comes first. Our plan of action is for reach out to ******************** on Tuesday December 27th, that is the day

      that the new parts is due to arrive and after that we're going to bring the vehicle here to replace the transmission and provide him with a loaner vehicle. Please feel free to contact me at ************************************************************ or my General

      Sales Manager ************************* at ***********************************************************

      Customer Answer

      Date: 12/31/2022

      Better Business Bureau:I have reviewed the response submitted by the business and have determined that the response does not satisfy or resolve my issues and/or concerns in reference to complaint # ********. Please add your rejection comments below; if you do not provide any details, your complaint will be closed as ************************ did contact me and offered the solution above.I brought the car in for the new transmission to be installed, and they did provide a loaner car but when I received the loaner it only had a quarter tank of gas, and had a faint cigarette smell. Im waiting on a reimbursement check from them  after I received the car back the Check Engine Light was off, but an hour before I returned home, the light came back on. I contacted the managers directly and they informed me that I should drive 200 miles before it goes away. Ive done just that, yet the Light remains on. As a consumer, I shouldnt have had this unpleasant of an experience. 

      Businesses and Customers should be civil, courteous and polite in their responses to complaints. It is important to remain professional and productive when participating in the BBB complaint process.

      FAQ

      Regards,

      Amilton

       

       

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:08/20/2022

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      ResolvedMore info

      Complaint statuses

      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      Filed for extended warranty cancellation on 6/1/22 in person. Amount not disclosed to me was just made copies of my documents in store by Manny and was told a check would arrive to my home in 4-6 weeks. I have called to speak to **** in finance multiple times I get the voicemail or just no call back.

      Business Response

      Date: 08/22/2022

      I reach out to the customer via phone and email and the issue had been resolved. Please feel free to email me or call me with any questions. ***********************. General Manager Colonial Honda ************************************************************ *******************

      Customer Answer

      Date: 08/23/2022

      [A default letter is provided here which indicates your acceptance of the business's response.  If you wish, you may update it before sending it.]

      Better Business Bureau:

      I have reviewed the response submitted by the business and have determined that the response does satisfy my issues and/or concerns in reference to complaint #********. I understand that by choosing to accept the business response that my complaint will be closed as resolved. 

      Regards,

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

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