Reviewed : 02/27/2025
Comment : Extremely Disappointing Experience with Service Advisor Amanda Smith at Gallagher GMCI have been a loyal Gallagher GMC service customer for the past two years, bringing my truck in every 3 4 months for routine maintenance. However, after today s experience, I will be taking my business elsewhere both for service and the purchase of my next vehicle when my lease ends in a few months.I initially had a pleasant experience with the service advisor who assisted me earlier in the day. However, when I arrived to pick up my truck, I was shocked to see my bill exceed $450 for a routine oil change and an engine light diagnosis. Upon questioning the charges, Amanda Smith informed me that a fuel injector service had been performed an upsell item that I never requested, nor was I asked about when my advisor called me earlier.When I calmly pointed this out, Amanda s attitude immediately turned defensive and dismissive. Rather than acknowledging the issue or offering a solution, she repeatedly insisted that she didn t handle my account and that I would need to pay the full amount and call back tomorrow to dispute the charge. When I explained again, very politely that it wasn t fair to force me to pay for an unauthorized service and then take additional time to seek reimbursement, she responded by raising her voice, speaking slowly and condescendingly, and continuing to deflect responsibility.I then asked for a manager only to be told that she was the manager. Even more concerning was her response when I pointed out that it wasn t fair to me as the innocent party, her response was that it was fair to her being stuck in the middle of this situation. I had to remind her that as a manager, she is not stuck in the middle because she has a responsibility as a leader to resolve customer issues. Instead of demonstrating professionalism or customer service skills, she claimed that it wasn t fair to her to be in this situation.I had to suggest maybe attempting to call my advisor on his cell to ask him if I was being truthful. She first responded - if I call him and he doesn t answer then you ll still have to pay it. After multiple requests, she finally (and reluctantly) called my original service advisor, who immediately confirmed that he never discussed or authorized the additional service with me. Only then did Amanda agree to remove the charge without so much as an apology for the poor experience, the incorrect charge, or her unacceptable attitude.Customer service is not complicated simply be professional, courteous, and respectful. Unfortunately, Amanda failed on all counts. A manager should be capable of resolving issues fairly, taking ownership of mistakes, and treating customers with respect, yet she showed none of those qualities today. Her attitude and approach were not only unprofessional but also completely misaligned with the customer service values that Gallagher GMC claims to uphold.I truly hope this review reaches someone in leadership who can address this glaring gap in service quality and ensure that Amanda receives the necessary training in customer relations and leadership. It should start with the basic ability to acknowledge mistakes and say, I m sorry. Gallagher GMC has now lost my business not because of a pricing issue (although she charged me well over $300 just to tell me why my check engine light was on), but because of how I was treated. I will gladly take my truck (and my future purchase) to another dealership where customers are valued and respected.Extremely Disappointing Experience with Service Advisor Amanda Smith at Gallagher GMC More