Our experience with Gerald Hyundai has been beyond - JLZ
Our experience with Gerald Hyundai has been beyond frustrating, and I would strongly caution anyone considering buying a vehicle here.
We purchased two brand-new Hyundai Santa Fes from this dealership. The first one had so many problems that it ultimately had to be bought back. You would think that would be the end of our nightmare—but unfortunately, it wasn’t.
Our second brand-new Santa Fe spent 10 months in the shop, during which the transmission had to be replaced. While the vehicle was being repaired, we were provided with a rental car. After finally getting our SUV back, it immediately started exhibiting the same dangerous issues—hard slamming, jerking, and failing to accelerate properly.
When we returned to Gerald Hyundai, General Manager Mike Chino refused to provide another loaner vehicle, complaining that it was “costing him money.” After everything we’ve been through, that response was unbelievable.
We were also told that only Hyundai Corporate could authorize a loaner. Our attorney later confirmed with Hyundai Corporate’s attorney that this was not true and that Mike had the authority to provide us with a loaner vehicle but chose not to.
Perhaps the most concerning part was when we asked whether the vehicle was safe to drive. Mike refused to put anything in writing or even state that the vehicle was safe. His response was, “I can’t do that.” If the General Manager won’t stand behind the safety of the vehicle he’s asking you to take home, what does that say?
The lack of accountability and customer service throughout this entire experience has been shocking. We’ve spent months without our vehicle, dealt with repeated mechanical failures, and have been forced to involve attorneys just to get answers.
Do yourself a favor and think twice before purchasing a vehicle from Gerald Hyundai. Based on our experience, this dealership has been dishonest, unhelpful, and incredibly difficult to work with. We expected support after spending tens of thousands of dollars on two new vehicles. Instead, we’ve been met with excuses, misinformation, and a complete lack of concern for customer safety.
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