I visited Donnelly Ford this morning, hoping to resolve a - Len Harris
I visited Donnelly Ford this morning, hoping to resolve a Ford recall notice I received. I've been a loyal customer for years, having purchased both a 2005 Mustang GT Convertible and a 2021 Escape from them, and I’ve always had positive experiences in the past. However, my recent visit was quite disappointing.
I had previously taken my car into them for recalls in March. They managed to address some issues and mentioned that others were still pending. At that time, they provided me with a rental car for the day, which was much appreciated, especially given my reliance on my vehicle for work as a real estate agent.
This morning’s visit was to address one of the pending recalls. Unfortunately, from the moment I interacted with the service representative, I felt disrespected and talked down to. This was surprising and upsetting, mainly because I had never experienced such treatment from them before.
I also mentioned a vibration in the front end of my vehicle—an issue that had been fixed early in my ownership. I was told that new fluid had been added to the differential, but the service representative informed me that only a part had been replaced. Later, he suggested that perhaps the fluid needed changing due to the new part. When I inquired about coverage under my expensive extended warranty, I was told I might or might not be covered. If covered, the cost would be fully covered; if not, I would be responsible for the inspection and repair costs. The way this information was conveyed made me feel like I was just another annoying customer rather than a valued client.
This visit has, unfortunately, changed my perception of Donnelly Ford. I’ve always recommended them and spoke highly of their dealership, but being treated with such disregard is disheartening. I hope they will address these issues and ensure all customers receive the respect and professionalism they deserve.
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