Service Department Reviews from Naperville, IL
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I called the Service Department to find out if I could get a new tail light assembly for my Tucson. The Service rep said they didn't have one in stock but said she could transfer me to the Parts Dept and they would order one. I talked to the Parts Dept rep. I described the car. He said he'd order the part and it would arrive within several days. I asked if it was ok for me to schedule a service appointment beyond that time frame and he said yes. He transferred me back to Service and I made the appointment for two weeks later. Two weeks later I arrived for my apppointment. I went to the waiting room. An hour went by. The Service rep came and told me the Parts Dept never had ordered the part. It took an hour to figure that out? And why wouldn't you have a process in place to check on the part's arrival before my service appointment? Worst of all for you, I got the impression from the pretty casual attitude of your staff that this kind of thing happens often. If I owned your business I would be deeply embarrassed and would offer something to the customer to demonstrate my concern for having inconvenienced him through my mistake and my commitment to do better in the future. Your staff clearly isn't trained for that and I conclude it must be because you don't care. Having been in the vehicle business myself for over 30 years, I still am amazed at how car dealers like you pay so little attention to the parts and service side of their business versus the vehicle sales side. Your best margins are in parts and service and none of your effort goes there. Please don't reply to this comment. I am not inviting a dialog.
Dear Steve,
I know your last sentence says a reply is not needed, but we can not let this matter go unnoticed. I do both thank you (for bringing this matter to our attention) and, of course, apologize.
Obvsioulsy, what happened with your service visit, is not our standard business practice. If so, the doors would have been permanently shut years ago. Gartner Hyundai Saab does not claim to be perfect, but we strive to be as close as we can.
Your email prompted our service director to look at our processes, and see how something like this could have fell through the cracks. Not to say we will never make a mistake again, but something like this should never happen. Again, we apologize. Mike Irwin would like to speak with you if at all possible. He did send you a private email for your review, if you so wish.
With Apologies,
Roland Gartner
Gartner Cars 2012-02-25
An Honest Opinion - Thank you for bringing this to our attention!
The service was friendly but not professional. It took 3 trips to the service department to fix the power seat control. The first time the service department took about 2 hours to diagnost the problem. When the service writer noted that it would take about 1 hour. Not that big of an inconvienence but worth noting.
The dealership didn't have the parts, so I rescheduled and they indicated that the dealership would notify me when the parts came in. The parts came in the notification never occurred. Over two weeks went by and I finally called. The parts were in and I could reschedule. I did.
I brought the car in at 8 am, the service writer indicated that the car wouldn't take too long. I left the car and got a lift to work. At 4 pm the service writer called and indicated that the car wasn't done yet. Figured about 5:30 pm. I indicated that I would need a ride back to the dealership, and got put on hold. After 15 minutes on being on hold, I hung up and called again. The service writer left for home. Got put on hold again for another 10 minutes. Hung up again and recalled, finally the lady asked if she could put me on hold and I indicated that I had already been on hold for about 1/2 hour and didn't want to be on hold again. She finally got to somene and got a porter to pick me up.
Waited 25 minutes for the porter to get to my work (trip is usually 10-15 minutes).
Power seat worrks good again. Problem solved.
All in all, not a very good experience. Not terrible, but not good either.
I'm hoping for a better experience. But not expecting it.
This rivals the time before when I went in to get a key reprogrammed. Service writer indicated that it would be 15 minutes. After 2 hours, I needed to get back to work and asked for the car back and would reschedule. Porter pulled the car for me to pick up. The only problem, it waswrong car. Apparently, the technician was trying to reprogram my key to the wrong car. Ureka!!! Once the technician got the correct car the key was reprogrammed in about 10 minutes. 2 hours 15 minutes for a 10-15 minutes job.
Again. Not the end of the world, just not great or even good service.
Dear Jim,
Although negatives are never pleasant to hear, I thank you for taking the time to tell me about your experiences here. Obviously, there is a flaw with some of our processes in the service/parts department.
Thanks to your review, my management staff will be looking into several key areas.
With Thanks and Apologies,
Roland Gartner
Gartner Cars 2011-10-01
Gartner Hyundai Service Department Reviews
Jacquie at Gartner was very attentive and accomodating.
Gartner Cars 2011-06-30
Naperville IL Customer Likes The Changes At Gartner Hyundai's Service Department
Thank you for sprucing up the service waiting room. Much Better!!!!
Dear Sandra,
Thank you for noticing the new waiting room here at Gartner Hyundai. I'm glad you like the changes.
Sincerely,
Roland Gartner
Gartner Cars 2011-06-23
Naperville Service Department Customer Completely Satisified With Gartner Hyundai
I couldn't ask for any better service from start to finish!
Owner of a 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Dear Diane,
Thank you for your business at Gartner Hyundai. We appreciate your comments!
Sincerely,
Roland Gartner
Gartner Cars 2011-05-20
Since 2002 I Have Had Great Service
Since I purchased my first Hyundai in 2002 I have had great service starting with the check in, service advisior, mehanics, and the cashier. Some of my fiends have purchased Hyundai's at othe dealers and have not been satisifed with there level of service. Also the Rewards disconts Gartner has started is of help to senior citizens like myself save some money.
Dear Robert,
Thank you for continuing to have your Hyundai serviced here at Gartner Hyundai. Your business is very much appreciated, and I am happy that you are taking advantage of our Rewards Program!
Sincerely,
Roland Gartner
Gartner Cars 2011-01-14
Gartner Hyundai Service Review
I recently brought my 2005 Hyundai Tucson in to your service shop to get some work done. I had heard an odd noise and wasn't sure what it was. The problem turned out to be some body bushings or something along those lines. While the vehicle was in she shop I recieved a call from my service advisor telling me I should consider replacing my cabin air filter. I was told this repair would cost $90.00 to complete. I decided not to do it at that time. I recently remembered that I needed this done so I went to the auto parts store and bought the filter for $20.00 and, using my owners manual was able to complete the repair in about 10 minutes. I think it is important to point out that I don't do any of my own repairs and have next 0 mechanical knowledge. I understand that all business' exist to make a profit but I really feel this is borderline price gouging. I am very hesitant to bring my vehicle back for anything that is not warranty related as I am afraid of what I will be charged. People put a lot of faith in their local dealership trusting that they don't need to price shop and that they will be well take care of. I guess I am just dissapointed to find out that this is not the case. I will say that other then this issue I was very happy with the service I received.
Dear Phil,
First of all, let me thank you for taking the time to write your review. Although, we love to hear the positives, we also like knowing what customers think, even if it's not always adventageous for the dealership.
You are exactly right! People do put a lot of faith in their local dealerships, and we would like to keep it that way! Our retail price for the air filter you mentioned is $29.95. So, it is close to what you paid at your local auto parts store, however, it is a factory filter. Just likne any Brand Name Product, one pays a little extra for the name. For example, look at the difference between Brand Name Prescriptions vs. the Generics......
Additionally, our service department is staffed with A.S.E. Hyundai Certified Technicians, which also means a little higher cost factor for labor vs the 18 year old kid at the local quick lube place. Or, someone like yourself, who chose to do the work on their own.
So, are most dealers a little more expensive than a non-dealership repair facililty? Yes, we are. But, the cost factor if for the reasons I have mentioned above. Plus, our technicians will give your vehicle a thorough inspection and top off any needed fluids to help you avoid other costly repairs down the road. And finally, yes, unfortunately, we do have to make a little profit, but I hope you can see that not all $90 is profit.
One question I do have is, "Have you signed up for our Gold Card Rewards Program"? The Gold Card is ABSOLUTELY FREE, and allows you to accumulate reward points to be redeemed in service, and locks you into $19.95 OIL CHANGES FOR LIFE! This is just one way we are trying to save folks like yourself a few dollars. Plus, as a thank you for your review, on your next visit, we will do a mini-detail on your car, both exterior and interior. I hope this helps......
Sincerely,
Roland Gartner
Gartner Cars 2010-08-10
Review by Phil Johnson (Naperville, IL)
on August 9, 2010
I recently brought my 2005 Hyundai Tucson in to your service shop to get some work done. I had heard an odd noise and wasn't sure what it was. The problem turned out to be some body bushings or something along those lines. While the vehicle was in she shop I recieved a call from my service advisor telling me I should consider replacing my cabin air filter. I was told this repair would cost $90.00 to complete. I decided not to do it at that time. I recently remembered that I needed this done so I went to the auto parts store and bought the filter for $20.00 and, using my owners manual was able to complete the repair in about 10 minutes. I think it is important to point out that I don't do any of my own repairs and have next 0 mechanical knowledge. I understand that all business' exist to make a profit but I really feel this is borderline price gouging. I am very hesitant to bring my vehicle back for anything that is not warranty related as I am afraid of what I will be charged. People put a lot of faith in their local dealership trusting that they don't need to price shop and that they will be well take care of. I guess I am just dissapointed to find out that this is not the case. I will say that other then this issue I was very happy with the service I received.
Gartner Cars 2010-08-09
Brenda from Naperville gets excellent service at Gartner
I really appreciate the excellent service I receive when I bring my 2004 93 SAAB in for service. Norbert is the person that helps me take care of my care he is the best!! He’s always available to answer all my questions and very patient when explaining things regarding my car. He is an excellent service person and Gardner should be proud to have him as an employee.
Thank you again Norbert and Gardner Saab
Gartner Cars 2010-04-05
Happy Naperville Service Customer
This was my first dealing with Gartner's Service Department, and I was impressed with their efficiency.
Dear Caroline,
Thank you for the kind review. First impressions are always the most important, so I am so happy to hear that my staff did such a good job! Thank you again for your business, and we look forward to helping you out in the future as well.
Regards,
Roland Gartner
Gartner Cars 2010-02-18

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