Reviews
Once again Germain exceeds my expectations….
Once again Germain exceeds my expectations…. My usual salesman Coleton Wirth was professional and moved the process along with ease.. I will be back next time I’m ready to get another Ford… thanks !!
Once again Germain exceeds my expectations….
Once again Germain exceeds my expectations…. My usual salesman Coleton Wirth was professional and moved the process along with ease.. I will be back next time I’m ready to get another Ford… thanks !!
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- Overall experience 5.0
- Does recommend this dealer
- Shopped for a new car
- Did make a purchase
Michael, we’re proud to hear Coleton made everything so smooth and professional for you at Germain Ford of Columbus. Your continued trust means the world to us. See you next time! Safe travels!
They have a great service department.
They have a great service department. The entire staff was very friendly and helpful to me.
They have a great service department.
They have a great service department. The entire staff was very friendly and helpful to me.
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- Overall experience 5.0
- Does recommend this dealer
- Came in for service or repair
Bryn, thank you for leaving Germain Ford of Columbus your positive feedback!
My experience with Germain Ford repair was absolutely
My experience with Germain Ford repair was absolutely wonderful !!!! I would definitely go there again. They were very helpful and knowledgeable. My car was like new when it was returned. Tiffany was so very helpful and kind explaining in detail throughout the process what was happening. Thank you so very much for a great experience !!! Deborah
My experience with Germain Ford repair was absolutely
My experience with Germain Ford repair was absolutely wonderful !!!! I would definitely go there again. They were very helpful and knowledgeable. My car was like new when it was returned. Tiffany was so very helpful and kind explaining in detail throughout the process what was happening. Thank you so very much for a great experience !!! Deborah
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- Overall experience 5.0
- Does recommend this dealer
- Came in for service or repair
- Did not make a purchase
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with Tiffany and our team, Deborah! We appreciate your business and look forward to helping you again at Germain Ford of Columbus. Safe travels!
I am submitting a complaint due to repeated failures by
I am submitting a complaint due to repeated failures by an authorized Ford dealership service department @ Germain Ford to properly diagnose and repair my vehicle. The vehicle was originally brought in for a strong oil/fuel odor entering the cabin, which is a legitimate safety concern. The dealership claimed the issue was resolved by replacing the vacuum pump. This repair did not correct the problem. Because this is not my primary vehicle, it took some time before I realized the odor was still present. When I returned to the dealership, they reversed their diagnosis and claimed the issue was now a right valve cover leak, which directly contradicts the original repair and indicates the initial diagnosis was incorrect. Additionally, the vehicle exhibited a serious security and safety issue: it would start without the key fob present. The assigned service advisor demonstrated no understanding of how to diagnose or address this issue. Rather than troubleshooting, I was told the dealership wanted approximately $700 simply to contact Ford engineering for guidance on how to fix the problem. Charging a customer hundreds of dollars just to ask how to perform a repair is unacceptable. This experience reflects poor technical competence, inadequate diagnostic procedures, and a lack of accountability within this service department. I expect factory-trained technicians, accurate diagnostics, and professional handling when dealing with an authorized Ford dealership. That did not occur here. I am requesting that Ford Corporate: Review this dealership’s diagnostic practices and technician competency Address the improper handling of a vehicle starting without a key fob Consider reimbursement for ineffective diagnostics and unnecessary repair costs Ensure this dealership is held to Ford’s service standards This situation should never occur at an authorized Ford service facility.
I am submitting a complaint due to repeated failures by
I am submitting a complaint due to repeated failures by an authorized Ford dealership service department @ Germain Ford to properly diagnose and repair my vehicle. The vehicle was originally brought in for a strong oil/fuel odor entering the cabin, which is a legitimate safety concern. The dealership claimed the issue was resolved by replacing the vacuum pump. This repair did not correct the problem. Because this is not my primary vehicle, it took some time before I realized the odor was still present. When I returned to the dealership, they reversed their diagnosis and claimed the issue was now a right valve cover leak, which directly contradicts the original repair and indicates the initial diagnosis was incorrect. Additionally, the vehicle exhibited a serious security and safety issue: it would start without the key fob present. The assigned service advisor demonstrated no understanding of how to diagnose or address this issue. Rather than troubleshooting, I was told the dealership wanted approximately $700 simply to contact Ford engineering for guidance on how to fix the problem. Charging a customer hundreds of dollars just to ask how to perform a repair is unacceptable. This experience reflects poor technical competence, inadequate diagnostic procedures, and a lack of accountability within this service department. I expect factory-trained technicians, accurate diagnostics, and professional handling when dealing with an authorized Ford dealership. That did not occur here. I am requesting that Ford Corporate: Review this dealership’s diagnostic practices and technician competency Address the improper handling of a vehicle starting without a key fob Consider reimbursement for ineffective diagnostics and unnecessary repair costs Ensure this dealership is held to Ford’s service standards This situation should never occur at an authorized Ford service facility.
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- Overall experience 1.0
- Does not recommend this dealer
- Came in for service or repair
- Did make a purchase
Kyle, I appreciate you bringing this to my attention, and I sincerely apologize for the frustration and inconvenience you've experienced. Your concerns are important to us, especially regarding the safety issues with your vehicle. I would like to better understand what happened here and see how we can assist in resolving these problems. Please contact me at your earliest convenience so that we can discuss a solution together. Thank you, John Fredrick - Service Manager - (614) 383-4694
I am submitting a complaint due to repeated failures by
I am submitting a complaint due to repeated failures by an authorized Ford dealership service department @ Germain Ford to properly diagnose and repair my vehicle. The vehicle was originally brought in for a strong oil/fuel odor entering the cabin, which is a legitimate safety concern. The dealership claimed the issue was resolved by replacing the vacuum pump. This repair did not correct the problem. Because this is not my primary vehicle, it took some time before I realized the odor was still present. When I returned to the dealership, they reversed their diagnosis and claimed the issue was now a right valve cover leak, which directly contradicts the original repair and indicates the initial diagnosis was incorrect. Additionally, the vehicle exhibited a serious security and safety issue: it would start without the key fob present. The assigned service advisor demonstrated no understanding of how to diagnose or address this issue. Rather than troubleshooting, I was told the dealership wanted approximately $700 simply to contact Ford engineering for guidance on how to fix the problem. Charging a customer hundreds of dollars just to ask how to perform a repair is unacceptable. This experience reflects poor technical competence, inadequate diagnostic procedures, and a lack of accountability within this service department. I expect factory-trained technicians, accurate diagnostics, and professional handling when dealing with an authorized Ford dealership. That did not occur here. I am requesting that Ford Corporate: Review this dealership’s diagnostic practices and technician competency Address the improper handling of a vehicle starting without a key fob Consider reimbursement for ineffective diagnostics and unnecessary repair costs Ensure this dealership is held to Ford’s service standards This situation should never occur at an authorized Ford service facility.
I am submitting a complaint due to repeated failures by
I am submitting a complaint due to repeated failures by an authorized Ford dealership service department @ Germain Ford to properly diagnose and repair my vehicle. The vehicle was originally brought in for a strong oil/fuel odor entering the cabin, which is a legitimate safety concern. The dealership claimed the issue was resolved by replacing the vacuum pump. This repair did not correct the problem. Because this is not my primary vehicle, it took some time before I realized the odor was still present. When I returned to the dealership, they reversed their diagnosis and claimed the issue was now a right valve cover leak, which directly contradicts the original repair and indicates the initial diagnosis was incorrect. Additionally, the vehicle exhibited a serious security and safety issue: it would start without the key fob present. The assigned service advisor demonstrated no understanding of how to diagnose or address this issue. Rather than troubleshooting, I was told the dealership wanted approximately $700 simply to contact Ford engineering for guidance on how to fix the problem. Charging a customer hundreds of dollars just to ask how to perform a repair is unacceptable. This experience reflects poor technical competence, inadequate diagnostic procedures, and a lack of accountability within this service department. I expect factory-trained technicians, accurate diagnostics, and professional handling when dealing with an authorized Ford dealership. That did not occur here. I am requesting that Ford Corporate: Review this dealership’s diagnostic practices and technician competency Address the improper handling of a vehicle starting without a key fob Consider reimbursement for ineffective diagnostics and unnecessary repair costs Ensure this dealership is held to Ford’s service standards This situation should never occur at an authorized Ford service facility.
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- Overall experience 1.0
- Does not recommend this dealer
- Came in for service or repair
Kyle, I appreciate you bringing this to my attention, and I sincerely apologize for the frustration and inconvenience you've experienced. Your concerns are important to us, especially regarding the safety issues with your vehicle. I would like to better understand what happened here and see how we can assist in resolving these problems. Please contact me at your earliest convenience so that we can discuss a solution together. Thank you, John Fredrick - Service Manager - (614) 383-4694
This dealership and James was amazing and very detailed.
This dealership and James was amazing and very detailed. They made it easy to buy our truck!
This dealership and James was amazing and very detailed.
This dealership and James was amazing and very detailed. They made it easy to buy our truck!
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- Overall experience 5.0
- Does recommend this dealer
- Shopped for a used car
- Did make a purchase
Thank you for the positive feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with James and our dealership. We're happy we could make buying your truck easy!
Zack in Service was excellent.
Zack in Service was excellent. Very smooth operation. Kept me informed. He was very helpful.
Zack in Service was excellent.
Zack in Service was excellent. Very smooth operation. Kept me informed. He was very helpful.
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- Overall experience 5.0
- Does recommend this dealer
- Came in for service or repair
Here at Germain Ford of Columbus, we are always thankful for positive feedback from our customers. We love to hear you were in awesome hands with Zack. Thank you for your kind words!
I have been a loyal customer of Germain for many years
I have been a loyal customer of Germain for many years now. This was my first disappointing experience. After having car trouble and taking it in for inspection, the service team found nothing. A month later the same issue occurred but this time much worse, causing it to stop working while driving. The team was able to identify the issue this time and an action plan was agreed upon. Apart from being disappointed that the issues weren’t figured out the first time, I was very unhappy with the level of communication I received. I had my car towed to the location and could not get ahold of my service advisor to confirm receipt. I called multiple times and left messages. I didn’t get confirmation until the service ticket was created the following day. Never received a call to confirm. Communication was just as poor for the remainder of the service work. I had to reach out any time I wanted an update. Multiple calls and texts were not returned on a regular basis. I asked about deals being run to help with costs and was told there was nothing, only to find some online myself. Overall it was not the type of service I expect from the dealership I bought my car from and use for all service/maintenance work. Unfortunately I will think twice about returning now.
I have been a loyal customer of Germain for many years
I have been a loyal customer of Germain for many years now. This was my first disappointing experience. After having car trouble and taking it in for inspection, the service team found nothing. A month later the same issue occurred but this time much worse, causing it to stop working while driving. The team was able to identify the issue this time and an action plan was agreed upon. Apart from being disappointed that the issues weren’t figured out the first time, I was very unhappy with the level of communication I received. I had my car towed to the location and could not get ahold of my service advisor to confirm receipt. I called multiple times and left messages. I didn’t get confirmation until the service ticket was created the following day. Never received a call to confirm. Communication was just as poor for the remainder of the service work. I had to reach out any time I wanted an update. Multiple calls and texts were not returned on a regular basis. I asked about deals being run to help with costs and was told there was nothing, only to find some online myself. Overall it was not the type of service I expect from the dealership I bought my car from and use for all service/maintenance work. Unfortunately I will think twice about returning now.
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- Overall experience 2.0
- Does not recommend this dealer
- Came in for service or repair
- Did make a purchase
Whitney, I'm truly sorry to read about the issues you experienced and the lack of communication during your recent visit. We value your loyalty, so it's disappointing to know we let you down. This feedback is valuable to us, and if you're open to discussing further, I encourage you to please reach out. I hope you'll give us a chance to make things right. Thank you, John Fredrick - Service Manager - (614) 383-4694
Germain and Mike made servicing my vehicle easy .
Germain and Mike made servicing my vehicle easy . Valet picked up the vehicle, Mike contacted me on repairs and costs needed . The vehicle was delivered back home before the end of the day . Professional and convenient. Thanks to Mike !!
Germain and Mike made servicing my vehicle easy .
Germain and Mike made servicing my vehicle easy . Valet picked up the vehicle, Mike contacted me on repairs and costs needed . The vehicle was delivered back home before the end of the day . Professional and convenient. Thanks to Mike !!
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- Overall experience 5.0
- Does recommend this dealer
- Came in for service or repair
- Did not make a purchase
Randy, thank you for sharing your seamless and professional experience with Mike and our team at Germain Ford of Columbus! We look forward to taking care of your auto needs again in the future!
I worked and taught vehicles sales for 20+years before I
I worked and taught vehicles sales for 20+years before I retired and rate my experience with Germain and Mike and the rest of thier sales team as top-notch. Professional and experience. Excellent service.
I worked and taught vehicles sales for 20+years before I
I worked and taught vehicles sales for 20+years before I retired and rate my experience with Germain and Mike and the rest of thier sales team as top-notch. Professional and experience. Excellent service.
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- Overall experience 5.0
- Does recommend this dealer
- Shopped for a used car
- Did make a purchase
Hi Jerry, we're so glad to hear our team provided you with an excellent experience. Thank you for choosing Germain Ford of Columbus and for sharing your professional approval! Safe travels ahead!
