4 years ago
Update: Reduced to 1 Star because I found a screwd...
Update: Reduced to 1 Star because I found a screwdriver laying on my battery when I popped the hood.
Service department is subpar to say the least. I go to Hayes to get my oil changed because it is within walking distance to my school and 4 oil changes for $65 is a pretty good deal. However, the few times I have been there I would've thought they didn't want to make any money (especially considering service advisors are paid on commission). Almost every time I go there, I stand awkwardly in their terribly designed service department waiting for someone to greet me, because I honestly have no idea where I am supposed to go to get help, and rarely is there someone to greet me).
Last time I went for the oil change they told me I needed tires and to replace a part of my suspension when I came to pick up the car. They didn't give me a quote on anything, so I went somewhere else to spend my $450 on tires. Hayes even have the advantage of convenience over other places since I can just drop it while I go to school, but do nothing with it. I actually did call to get quotes after I left but they never called back with prices.
Today I dropped it to get the oil changed while I got lunch. I seemed like a secondary priority when I arrived (heard the bell when I ran over the air hose and it still took him a while to realize I was there waiting), and I didn't even get his name. He asked me to wait in the Customer Lounge whlie I waited, but I told him to give me call when it was done. I stopped by the "Lounge" on my way out to discover a room with nothing but a TV. Literally nothing, no furniture, water, nothing. I'm not sure if that's a temporary deal or what but needs to be addressed. So, two hours and no phone call later, I go back to see if it's done and I see my car out front and the keys on the guy's desk with my paperwork under it. Glad it was ready, but still never got a phone call. On my paperwork, it says a courtesy inspection was filled out, but I didn't have any paperwork about it, so I doubt they checked anything (probably could have sold me windshield wipers at least, maybe air filter of cabin filter too).
I used to be a service advisor, and I understand the difficulties that come along with the job, it's probably the most stressful job in the dealership. However, that doesn't excuse the lack of communication I've experienced with every visit. I mean, why why not call me and tell me I need tires and give me a quote. I might say "Okay, go ahead and do it now since we have the car in already." That saves the customer, the mechanic, and the service advisor time, not to mention makes you more money!!! I was also disappointed that they do not have anywhere to fill out a survey after the visit online or otherwise, so I had to turn here. I hope they see this and work on some of the things I've pointed out.
They are spared a one star score because their prices aren't bad, are reasonably timely, and the female advisor (forgot her name) is friendly.