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Thembakazi M

1 reviews | Active since Aug 2014

29 Apr 2026, 15:20

Avis left me stranded after false promises and no vehicle provided

I had a confirmed booking in the Group F category and was contacted by Avis head office, who assured me that an Audi Q3 had been prepared for me. Based on this confirmation, I went to the branch to collect the vehicle. Upon arrival, I was told that there is no Audi Q3 available. Instead, I was offered a Mitsubishi vehicle, which I had already clearly declined telephonically before coming in. This means I was misled into coming to the branch under false pretenses. As a result, I left without a vehicle and am now stranded, unable to collect my children from school without arranging alternative transport at my own cost. This is unacceptable. I expect: Reimbur*****t for the Uber I now have to request due to Avis’ failure Immediate provision of a vehicle in the correct Group F category as originally booked An explanation as to why I was given false confirmation by head office This experience has caused serious inconvenience and stress, and I expect urgent resolution.

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Replies (3)
Avis
Avis's reply29 Apr 2026, 15:31
Official
Hi Thembakazi,

We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience caused and for the frustration experienced regarding your booking and the vehicle not being made available as confirmed.

Your concerns regarding the incorrect vehicle allocation, the inconvenience caused, and the request for reimbur*****t have been noted and escalated to the relevant team for urgent investigation.

We understand the impact this has had and appreciate you bringing it to our attention. We will revert once feedback is received.

Kind regards,
AVIS Southern Africa
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Thembakazi M's update29 Apr 2026, 16:12
Reviewer Update
Thank you for your response.However, I would like to stress that this matter is urgent and requires immediate resolution, not just investigation.As it stands, I was left stranded without a vehicle due to incorrect and conflicting information provided by Avis staff, and I had to arrange alternative transport at my own cost to collect my children.In addition, I have now been informed that Avis communicated to my insurance that I requested an upgrade, which is completely false. This is a serious concern and requires urgent clarification.I therefore require the following without delay:
  • Confirmation of when a suitable Group F vehicle will be provided or delivered
  • Reimbur*****t of all Uber/Bolt expenses incurred as a direct result of this incident
  • Access to call recordings between myself and Avis representatives
  • A copy of the communication sent to my insurance and a formal explanation regarding the incorrect information
Please treat this matter with urgency. If not resolved promptly, I will have no choice but to escalate this further.I look forward to your immediate response.
Avis
Avis's reply30 Apr 2026, 09:55
Official
Good day, kindly be advised that a dispute has been lodged with the rental branch for further investigation.

Please allow 3–5 business days for conclusive feedback to be provided.

Kind regards,
AVIS Southern Africa