Eric Axford
Eric Axford at Herman Cook Volkswagen

Eric Axford

Service Manager

Herman Cook Volkswagen

1435 Encinitas Blvd.
Encinitas, CA 92024

4.8
87 Reviews
4.8

87 Reviews

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87 Reviews of Eric Axford

October 28, 2026

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I always like going here because of Ricardo. He is so helpful and makes it a pleasant experience. More

by shellyf
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Other Employees Tagged: Ricardo Sanchez

Oct 29, 2026

Herman Cook Volkswagen responded

We love hearing this! Ricardo takes great pride in making sure our customers feel welcome and well taken care of. Thank you for recognizing his efforts and for continuing to choose us for your service needs!

October 23, 2026

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The service department here is beyond lazy and will NOT help you out even if their corporate offices are saying different. So disappointed in a 8 year(barely) old car that they COULD give a Goodwill help More

by heidij100822
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Oct 23, 2026

Herman Cook Volkswagen responded

I didn't have the pleasure of talking with you yesterday since your Mark husband called. It appears like Mark didn't communicate to you about our conversation. Your Jetta is over 8 years old and the factory warranty expired over 2 years ago. I advised Mark, that since we have not seen you or your car for over 5 years for any repair or maintenance that he needed to make an appointment to have us evaluate the condition on your car to determine what the proper course of repair would be. Yes, your car is out of warranty, you did not purchase an extended warranty and there are no valid warranty extensions.  Volkswagen customer care should have advised you that due to the age of your VW, you are outside of the goodwill parameters set by them. 

October 17, 2026

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I’ve been servicing my Jetta at Herman Cook VW for many years now; I keep coming back because of their excellent customer service and their experience and certified VW trained service techs. Sure I can pay More

by mestrada432
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Oct 20, 2026

Herman Cook Volkswagen responded

Hearing that our VW-trained technicians have kept your Jetta reliable and comfortable at over 310,000 miles means the world to our service department! Eric and the rest of our advisors and technicians appreciate your loyalty and generous feedback.

October 17, 2026

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Proactive communication. Consistently meets or exceeds expectations Not the closest dealer to my home but worth the drive More

by stevebutton
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Oct 20, 2026

Herman Cook Volkswagen responded

Knowing that our proactive communication consistently met or exceeded your expectations means a lot to our service team. We’re glad the drive was worthwhile for the service on your VW. Thank you for choosing Herman Cook VW!

October 06, 2026

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Customer service is excellent and now they have a video they send you on the needs for the car. More

by TJBECKER33
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Oct 08, 2026

Herman Cook Volkswagen responded

Knowing our new video walk-through of your VW’s service recommendations made things clearer for you is rewarding. Your praise of our customer service and these updates means a lot to our service team!

September 16, 2026

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The service staff was very friendly. They listened to me describe my vehicle issues and gave me options on repair. They repaired my car within one day and also cleaned and washed it. I' More

by 1FRIENDTOALL
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Sep 16, 2026

Herman Cook Volkswagen responded

Your note about our friendly service staff and clear repair options highlights what we aim for. Our team is pleased we could complete the service on your Passat in one day and have it cleaned and washed for you. Hearing that you’re very satisfied and gave us five stars means a great deal to us.

August 28, 2026

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I’ve driven Volkswagens most of my life. Herman Cook VW is by far the best service department I’ve experienced. Alan and Ricardo are friendly and knowledgeable. They keep me posted on the pr More

by pamperry2013
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Other Employees Tagged: Ricardo Sanchez, Alan Joslin

Aug 31, 2026

Herman Cook Volkswagen responded

What a wonderful compliment — thank you! We’re honored to be your trusted Volkswagen service department and so glad Alan and Ricardo consistently make you feel well taken care of. Your continued trust and recommendation mean a lot to our entire team!

August 08, 2026

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I would not take my car anywhere else. They do great work and are HONEST. The company is closed on Sundays for their employees to enjoy the day with their families. They are flexible (I More

by sgonnerm
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Other Employees Tagged: Rodrigo and the kind lady cashier/receptionist. And the great mechanics!

Aug 10, 2026

Herman Cook Volkswagen responded

Thank you so much for this incredible review and for placing such trust in our service team! It truly means a lot to hear that our honesty, flexibility, and friendly approach have made such a lasting impression. We’re happy to hear that we’ve been able to make servicing your vehicle convenient, efficient, and stress-free. Knowing that the care you’ve received from our service department has earned your loyalty—and that you’ll think of Herman Cook when it’s time for your next vehicle—is one of the greatest compliments we could receive. Thank you for your recommendation and continued business. We look forward to taking great care of you and your car for many years to come!

August 05, 2026

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I would prefer to be able to select the Service person that assists me. . The service itself is great. More

by campbell.victoria1
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Aug 06, 2026

Herman Cook Volkswagen responded

Thank you for sharing your feedback! We're so glad to hear you had a great service experience. We understand how important it is to build a relationship with someone you know and trust when you come in for service, and we always do our best to accommodate requests whenever possible. Please don't hesitate to let us know your preferred advisor when scheduling your next visit, and we'll make every effort to have them assist you. We truly appreciate your business and look forward to seeing you again!

July 15, 2026

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Professional, wise in all things VW, fast, efficient service with a smile every time you go, and they also find for you what you forgot to mention that you needed to be done. VWs keep going with Herma More

by Marta
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Other Employees Tagged: Alan and Ricardo, and Mr. Cook

Jul 16, 2026

Herman Cook Volkswagen responded

Thank you for trusting us with all your service needs! We’re delighted that our team once again provided fast, efficient care with a smile while catching the items you needed. We look forward to keeping your VW running smoothly for many years to come!

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