I went for an inspection & was failed due to ball joints (steering) and what they said was a major oil leak, quoted me $6,000 (with my Costco discount). Took my car to my auto mechanic - ball joints are fine, there was 2 minor oil leaks. I had to pay for another inspection ($40) and my total bill was $530.00 I will never go back and suggest you don't either! My mechanic was disgusted, as was I. I gave them a 2 star for discovering an oil leak but what a waste of time and possibly huge money.
Hello Linda, Thank you for sharing your experience with us regarding your recent NC inspection. We always aim to provide accurate assessments and rectify any errors when possible. During your inspection, we conducted a thorough check according to NC regulations. Our concern lies with our assessment that the ball joints were loose, resulting in the inspection failure, while your mechanic deemed them to be in good condition. It's worth noting that your vehicle, at 11 years old with 164,000 miles, may naturally exhibit wear on such parts. Despite this, we stand by our observation that these parts are worn enough to jeopardize the safety aspect of the NC inspection. We understand your disappointment, especially when receiving unexpected news. Seldom do customers praise us for failing their vehicle. We want to extend an offer for you to return to our shop to inspect the ball joints. This would involve raising the vehicle for you (and your mechanic if you wish) to inspect alongside us. Should there be any discrepancy between our initial assessment and what is observed, we are prepared to donate $500 to the charity of your choice (provided your car has not been repaired) and take appropriate disciplinary action against the responsible employee. Honesty and integrity are paramount to us in all customer interactions. We genuinely want to address your concerns and ensure your satisfaction. Please don't hesitate to contact me directly at 704-946-5040. Additionally, you have the option to escalate the matter to the NC License & Theft Bureau at 704-878-4257 for further review or intervention. We value your feedback and hope for the opportunity to discuss this matter further. Sincerely, Jon Adams, Owner Honest-1 Auto Care
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