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Kevin R

1 reviews | Active since Apr 2013

14 Feb 2020, 11:08

MAKRO - ROBBING CUSTOMERS/CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT LAW BREAKER

On 30/12/2019 I purchased a Huawei Y5 for R1899. It had a problem with display , I took it back to Makro springfield Park on 12 Jan 2020 and was told it need to go in for an assessment, but on the forms I wrote "no repairs only refund or replace". On 30 Jan I returned to Makro and was told phone had a fault, it was repaired with components being replaced. The makro assistant did confirm that I did request NO REPAIRS and rebooked phone to be sent to supplier. Today 14 Feb I called in to Makro and told supplier updated software as well and they will not replace or refund cellphone even though I did state NO REPAIRS, unfortunately Consumer Protection LAW rules do not apply to MAKRO. It seems MAKRO has become just another **** business operating in South Africa under pretence of having good governance and law abiding.

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Makro
Makro's reply14 Feb 2020, 13:42
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Good day Kevin,

Thank you for your review on our Hellopeter platform, we do apologize for the delay in response and inconvenience caused.

We take all our customer requests seriously and assure you that this matter will be our priority.

Please note that we are currently liaising with senior management from our Springfield branch regarding the above complaint and will be sure to revert with feedback. Kindly be advised that feedback will be provided within the next 24-48hrs. 

Once again we do apologize for the inconvenience caused throughout your journey with us. 

Hope you find the above in order. 

Have a wonderful day. 

Kind regards
Makro Hellopeter Team 
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Kevin R's update14 Feb 2020, 15:46
Reviewer Update
Makro did call me back and offered a full refund for which i am thankful, but Makro should of done the refund when it was pointed out in writing I did not want a repaired phone. A note to fellow consumers, when returning faulty items within 6-months of purchase, especially if item is being sent for an assessment, make sure you state clearly in writing "NO REPAIRS AUTHORIZED- I REQUIRE A REFUND or REPLACEMENT" and please read before signing any documents.