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Beck & Masten Buick GMC South


12820 Gulf Fwy, Houston, TX 77034 (map)
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Replacing the A/C Heat/Cool Actuator on the passenger side
Written by B. Nguyen on 04/17/2023

I scheduled an appointment to replace the AC Heat/Cool Actuator on the passenger side. The technician took 30 minutes to diagnose the problem and confirm that the actuator needed replacing. I have searched all youtube videos about replacing an A/C Heat/Cool actuator for my car, which is the 2011 Buick Enclave, and most videos show that it took less than 30 minutes to replace it. However Beck and Masten Service Representative, Kelly, told me this job needs about 8.8 hours of labor. Each hour of labor will cost me about $190. If we do that math right, replacing the A/C Heat/Cool Actuator for my Buick Enclave will cost me 9 hours of waiting and $1,700 and the part is $152. All in all, it will cost me roughly $2,000 and 9 hours of waiting. I couldn't believe what I heard at that point. So, I had to pay a $190 diagnosis fee and took my car home. I went to a local car repair shop and showed the mechanics the youtube video of how to replace it. It took him 25 minutes to get everything done. He charged me $80 for his labor. The part is $40 from Autozone. The total cost is $120. What is the difference between 9 hours of wait and $2000 in cost and 25 minutes of wait and $120 in cost? You can see the answer yourself. Thanks,

  • Recommend this dealer? No
  • Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? No
  • Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? No
  • Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? No
  • Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? No
  • Did the dealer honor all commitments made? No

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Beck & Masten Buick GMC South on 04/19/2023
Dealer Response
I appreciate you taking the time to share about your recent experience in our service center. I can assure you this is an isolated incident and not how we conduct business. If you are open to contacting me at your earliest convenience, I would appreciate the opportunity to do my best to fix this issue for you. Sincerely, Victoria Gilliland- vgilliland@beckmasten.net
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