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Automation Equipment

OnStar Corporation

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Complaints

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    Customer Complaints Summary

    • 287 total complaints in the last 3 years.
    • 80 complaints closed in the last 12 months.

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    • Initial Complaint

      Date:08/15/2022

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I purchased a vehicle that was supposed to have ONSTAR and I have yet to get it to work because they have the wrong VIN number on Onstar's network. I have spent over 15 hours of my time on the phone with techs and supervisors, not to include i have it back to ********************** in *************, ** (dealership) to try to get this resolved. It is still not working and now my trial time has run out and I have not even been able to use it. I am frustrated and can not get anyone to call me back or give me a time frame for when it will be fixed. they supposedly have escalated to a level 3 tech last Tuesday and they have not called me back yet and it is still not working

      Business Response

      Date: 09/08/2022

      September 8, 2022


      ************************************
      344 *********** Apt D1
      *******, **  42122


      Account # *********
      ******************** Case # ********


      Dear *******************************,

      Thank you for taking the time and effort to bring your concerns to our attention. We would like to take this opportunity to apologize for the unsatisfactory experience you had with OnStar.

      Our goal is always to provide the safety,security and peace of mind that OnStar offers. We are still working to resolve your concerns. Once we have an update we will reach out to you with next steps.

      If you have any additional questions or concerns, please contact us at **************. We are open Monday through Friday from 8:00AM to 6:00PM EST. I am typically in the office between the hours of 9:00AM to 6:00PM EST.


      Sincerely,


      ******
      OnStar Executive Relations

      Customer Answer

      Date: 09/09/2022

      [A default letter is provided here which indicates your rejection of the business's response. 

      Better Business Bureau:

      I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and have determined that this proposed action would not resolve my complaint.  For your reference, details of why I am rejecting this response appear below:

      My case is not resolved. No one has been able to correct the vin number and activate my account correctly. I have not been able to use functions as I was supposed to be allowed to. I have spent over 20 hours on the phone with onstar and my dealership has spent over 6 hours trying to get the Tech 3 supervisor to respond an we have yet to have anyone contact us to resolve account issue. My dealership is ********************** and the Service supervisor is ***** and no one has responded to his complaint or phone calls. 
      Regards,

      ************************************

      Business Response

      Date: 10/16/2023

      Customer was upset because of the time frame to fix the issue. 

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:08/15/2022

      Type:Product Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      ****** services - I have called and spoken with multiple customer service/cancelation reps to cancel my account.- they have said they would cancel and refund me for when I requested the initial cancelation but have not done so and keep charging me

      Business Response

      Date: 08/24/2022

      August 24, 2022


      ******************************
      1209 ******* St Apt 302
      ****************** 76120


      Account Number # *********
      ******************** Case # ********


      Dear **************,


      As an OnStar member, youve been able to count on OnStar to be there whether its a medical emergency or a simple convenience like unlocking your vehicle doors remotely. Our goal is always to provide the safety, security and peace of mind that OnStar offers.

      The OnStar Executive Relations team has attempted to contact you in an effort to address your concerns. Unfortunately, we have been unsuccessful in reaching you thus far. The number we have tried to dial is **************.

      If you have any additional questions, please contact us at **************.  We are available Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM EST. I am typically in the office between the hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST.


      Sincerely,
      *****
      OnStar Executive Relations

      Customer Answer

      Date: 08/24/2022

      I never received a phone call. I just want my account canceled and verification of refund for membership fees from Feb-now and verification of cancelation. 

       

       

       

      A default letter is provided here which indicates your rejection of the business's response. 

      Better Business Bureau:

      I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and have determined that this proposed action would not resolve my complaint.  For your reference, details of why I am rejecting this response appear below:

      [You must provide details of why you are not satisfied with this resolution. Please type details here:]

      Regards,

      ***************************

      Business Response

      Date: 10/16/2023

      Customer was refunded.

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:08/11/2022

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I purchased the onboard wifi for my car last month only to discover that my phone was not using the wifi, only when I disable Android Auto will my car log into the Wifi. Once Android Auto is on, it kicks me off. I spent hours on the phone with their tech support - multiple calls, emails - to no avail, would not connect/stay connected to the wifi. I looked online only to discover that this is a known issue, been going on for years. The sales people tell you it works, get you to buy it - can only be cancelled if you never use it, but you have to log in to test it - so even though you can't use it they won't give you a refund? I feel lied to by the sales ppl at the dealership - I brought this problem up at the time of purchase of the vehicle and was told the issue had been resolved. It has not.It was a deal breaker - and they lied to me. 6 months later - still fighting the same battle. I just want my money back for the wifi - but I wish I had figured it out before I bought the car - I paid for tech that doesn't work and is not even compatible with the service they provide. Buick will say what you want to hear. Onstar has will not help resolve, they just put you on hold - again and again - with no results - "someone will email you" no one does, and when they do its from Noreply.So completely devastated by the lack of care, service and overall dishonesty on the part of both Buick and Onstar - I will not recommend either product.

      Business Response

      Date: 08/22/2022

      August 22, 2022


      *********************************
      8425 ******************
      *************, ******* 33065




      Account # *********
      ******************** Case # ********


      Dear ********************,

      The OnStar Executive Relations team has attempted to contact you in order to discuss your concerns.  Unfortunately, we have been unsuccessful in reaching you thus far.  The number we have tried to dial is **************.

      Per our technical team, please make sure that the date/time in the vehicle is set correctly, then go through the following steps:

      1.Go into radio settings
      2.Return to factory settings.
      3.Clear private data
      4.Follow prompt on the screen
      5.Ignition off (wait 2 min)
      6.Ignition back on
      7.Navigate to settings -> Wi-Fi
      8.Connect to vehicle hotspot
      9.Allow time for system clean-up (1 min)
      10.Launch Apps
      11.Sign in or guest
      12.Select **********)
      13.Should be prompted to accept terms and conditions.
      14.Accept terms and conditions

      Once completed please retest by connecting to Android Auto, then try to use the Wi-Fi through the connected device.

      If you run into any issues please contact me. I can be reached at **************.  The *************************** is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM 6:00 PM EST.  I am typically in the office between 9:00 AM 6:00 PM EST.


      Sincerely,


      ******
      OnStar Executive Resolution Liaison

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:08/01/2022

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Resolved
      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I am paying for a service that does not deliver in time of emergency. Today I requested assistance at 3pm ish and it has been close to 4 hours and no one has shown up or called to tell me anything. Either people have been incompetent did not have the jumper cables and you have to sit for another 3 hours in the sun and wait for someone else. Today has been the worse, I am still sitting waiting for someone to show up or even call there is nothing set in place to even warn people of delays or if they are not coming at all. I need my money back because I have not received the service they told me that I would be receiving down to the wi-fi and car phone that doesnt work at all.

      Business Response

      Date: 08/18/2022

      August 18, 2022



      ****************************
      107 ************
      Dorchester,************* 02125




      Account Number: *********
      ******************** Case # ********


      Dear **************,

      As an OnStar customer, youve been able to count on ********************** to be there whether its a medical emergency or a simple convenience like unlocking your vehicle doors remotely. Our goal is always to provide the safety, security and peace of mind that OnStar offers.

      Recently you experienced a concern with our OnStar services.  We would like to take this opportunity to apologize for the situation. Per your request, we have researched your concerns and engaged our Roadside Team.After further review Roadside is providing a refund check  in the amount of $200.00, please allow up to 30 business days to receive it.

      If you have any additional questions, please contact us at **************.  We are available Monday through Friday from 8:00AM to 6:00PM EST.


      Sincerely,



      ******
      OnStar Executive Resolutions Liaison

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