

Born Auto
NPS Score
-100
Recommended: Unlikely
Apr '26 - Sep '26
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Share Your Experience1 reviews | Active since Mar 2025
Referred to a client to repair his gearbox. The guy took over R15000 from the client for repairs and labor but could not fix the vehicle and Nor could he produce receipts for what he bought. He was asked numerous times ans chose to ignore the customer. The money was ******.
1 reviews | Active since Mar 2025
Referred to a client to repair his gearbox. The guy took over R15000 from the client for repairs and labor but could not fix the vehicle and Nor could he produce receipts for what he bought. He was asked numerous times ans chose to ignore the customer. The money was ******.
1 reviews | Active since Jun 2025
Business: Born Auto Parts / Born Auto – Car Repair & Service Location: Centurion area Rating: ⭐ (1 star) My Audi A4 was delivered for engine repairs in September 2022 with an estimated 2-week completion time. Current Status (May 2026): Vehicle returned after 43 months Returned condition: Engine stripped, components disassembled, not roadworthy Refund ordered by MIOSA has not been paid Verifiable Facts: MIOSA Case 504527/LM: Determination issued 18 March 2026 in my favor Supplier not RMI accredited – confirmed by RMI via email (9 June 2025) CIPC records show annual returns overdue since October 2024 Pattern of broken commitments documented over 43 months Active Proceedings: National Consumer Commission: Section 71 complaint filed (failure to comply with ombudsman determination) MIOSA confirmed non-compliance via email (13 May 2026) Advice to Consumers: Verify RMI membership at www.rmi.org.za before engaging any workshop Request written completion timelines and part serial numbers in writing Keep copies of all payments and communications This review is based on verifiable regulatory records and my personal experience. #ConsumerProtection #Centurion #AutomotiveRepair
1 reviews | Active since Jun 2025
Business: Born Auto Parts / Born Auto – Car Repair & Service Location: Centurion area Rating: ⭐ (1 star) My Audi A4 was delivered for engine repairs in September 2022 with an estimated 2-week completion time. Current Status (May 2026): Vehicle returned after 43 months Returned condition: Engine stripped, components disassembled, not roadworthy Refund ordered by MIOSA has not been paid Verifiable Facts: MIOSA Case 504527/LM: Determination issued 18 March 2026 in my favor Supplier not RMI accredited – confirmed by RMI via email (9 June 2025) CIPC records show annual returns overdue since October 2024 Pattern of broken commitments documented over 43 months Active Proceedings: National Consumer Commission: Section 71 complaint filed (failure to comply with ombudsman determination) MIOSA confirmed non-compliance via email (13 May 2026) Advice to Consumers: Verify RMI membership at www.rmi.org.za before engaging any workshop Request written completion timelines and part serial numbers in writing Keep copies of all payments and communications This review is based on verifiable regulatory records and my personal experience. #ConsumerProtection #Centurion #AutomotiveRepair
1 reviews | Active since Jun 2025
Consumer Alert – Born Auto (Ricardo Bornman, Centurion) Rating: ★☆☆☆☆ FACTS ONLY (based on my records): • Matter referred to the Motor Industry Ombudsman of South Africa (Case 504527/LM) • Complaint with Gauteng Consumer Affairs (Ref: GAU/***) • Vehicle handed over for engine repairs (September 2022) • Repair remains unresolved after an extended period; vehicle not in usable condition • MIOSA issued a determination in March 2026 recommending refund and return of the vehicle • As of April 2026, the supplier has not comp**** with this outcome Advice to other consumers: Verify accreditation (e.g. RMI), request full written diagnostics, and ensure proper documentation before authorising repairs.
1 reviews | Active since Jun 2025
Consumer Alert – Born Auto (Ricardo Bornman, Centurion) Rating: ★☆☆☆☆ FACTS ONLY (based on my records): • Matter referred to the Motor Industry Ombudsman of South Africa (Case 504527/LM) • Complaint with Gauteng Consumer Affairs (Ref: GAU/***) • Vehicle handed over for engine repairs (September 2022) • Repair remains unresolved after an extended period; vehicle not in usable condition • MIOSA issued a determination in March 2026 recommending refund and return of the vehicle • As of April 2026, the supplier has not comp**** with this outcome Advice to other consumers: Verify accreditation (e.g. RMI), request full written diagnostics, and ensure proper documentation before authorising repairs.
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