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Pedro M

1 reviews | Active since Dec 2024

17 Dec 2024, 16:59

Extremely Disappointing BMW Experience - Urgent Resolution Required

I attached pictures of my BMW wheels, along with the wheel alignment report conducted by AutoWiel Gezina, a BMW-approved tyre centre. According to AutoWiel, the car's camber is completely out of alignment, which has caused all four tyres to deteriorate prematurely. This issue is highly concerning, particularly as the car has only done 38,000 km. Such severe deterioration puts both my family and me at significant risk, and I am left questioning the safety and reliability of this vehicle.

Further to my email sent 12 Dec 2024, I am even more confused about the alignment issue. AutoWiel confirmed the car's alignment was out of spec, as evidenced in the attached report. However, BMW Midrand's investigation contradicted this, claiming there were no issues. This inconsistency between two trusted parties leaves me uncertain and frustrated.

BMW Midrand could not explain why the camber on my wheels was off or why my tyres, with just 38,000 km, were in such extremely poor condition. What aggravates the situation further is that I was charged for an additional wheel alignment at BMW Midrand—despite it already having been done by AutoWiel—only to be told that there was nothing wrong. This is entirely unacceptable.

From my perspective, the damage to the wheels appears to stem from the vehicle itself. If BMW's position is that customers must bear these unexpected costs without clear resolution. Prospective customers considering a BMW 550i deserve to know what level of support they can realistically expect.

Additionally, I question the thoroughness of BMW Midrand's investigation, particularly since it seems no detailed report was provided. I am now out of pocket to the tune of R32,000 and have been left without clarity or resolution.

To make matters worse, on the same day my car was booked in for a service at BMW Midrand, yet it was returned to me without so much as a courtesy wash—a glaring oversight that does not align with the high service standards BMW customers expect and deserve.

I request an immediate and detailed response, as well as a resolution to these issues. This experience has been deeply disappointing, and I trust BMW will take the necessary steps to rectify the matter and restore my faith in the brand.

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