NPS Score
-100
Recommended: Unlikely
Dec '25 - Nov '26
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Share Your Experience1 reviews | Active since Jan 2022
POOR SERVICE, LIES LIES LIES AND EXCUSES
Overview Reviews About 5 4 3 2 1 4.2 1 175 reviews Johan Erasmus 8 reviews just now New My VW AMAROK ULTIMATE V 6 broke down on the October 21st 2026. Road side assist towed the vehicle to the nearest VW Dealership( Bidvest McCarthy VW, Annlin) The next day I phoned to find out what went wrong as this vehicle is still under "Factory Warrantee" This is where the fun started. They are stripping the engine to search for the fault cause the timing chain jumped the gears. 2 days later and 6 days late and 11 days later they were still searching for the problem. At this stage the engine was now completely out. Then on day 12 they told my the camshaft broke. This part had to be ordered from overseas as VW South Africa has no parts. This also ( according to the terms and conditions) place me in a position of getting a rental vehicle as this part is not available and I did nothing to contribute to this break down. There is NO communication from McCarthy VW unless I phone them. Got SA VW involved and they are net really bothered. My application for a rental was "DECLINED" due to the fact that Bidvest McCarthy has internal problems and until they sort that out I've only got a fat finger from them. Hopefully I'll have my Vehicle back before Christmas but I am not holding my breath...I might suffocate. I have never seen so much excuses and ******** in my life. VW is not a vehicle to buy or own...you will cry big tears as it is guaranteed it will break down and then you'll meet all these " professional's" to deal with !!!!!!!!!! What a shame
1 reviews | Active since Jan 2022
POOR SERVICE, LIES LIES LIES AND EXCUSES
Overview Reviews About 5 4 3 2 1 4.2 1 175 reviews Johan Erasmus 8 reviews just now New My VW AMAROK ULTIMATE V 6 broke down on the October 21st 2026. Road side assist towed the vehicle to the nearest VW Dealership( Bidvest McCarthy VW, Annlin) The next day I phoned to find out what went wrong as this vehicle is still under "Factory Warrantee" This is where the fun started. They are stripping the engine to search for the fault cause the timing chain jumped the gears. 2 days later and 6 days late and 11 days later they were still searching for the problem. At this stage the engine was now completely out. Then on day 12 they told my the camshaft broke. This part had to be ordered from overseas as VW South Africa has no parts. This also ( according to the terms and conditions) place me in a position of getting a rental vehicle as this part is not available and I did nothing to contribute to this break down. There is NO communication from McCarthy VW unless I phone them. Got SA VW involved and they are net really bothered. My application for a rental was "DECLINED" due to the fact that Bidvest McCarthy has internal problems and until they sort that out I've only got a fat finger from them. Hopefully I'll have my Vehicle back before Christmas but I am not holding my breath...I might suffocate. I have never seen so much excuses and ******** in my life. VW is not a vehicle to buy or own...you will cry big tears as it is guaranteed it will break down and then you'll meet all these " professional's" to deal with !!!!!!!!!! What a shame
1 reviews | Active since Apr 2024
Car boot issues
3 months back I went with my brother to collect his car there because he took it in for service. While I was there I decided to enquire about my book since well it was giving me issues. The guy that assisted knew exactly what was wrong with the car and he was correct because this was the part I have been having issues with. But due to financial constraints I couldn't fix the boot. Then I make an appointment, took my car in for boot fixing. The following day just after they fixed my boot, the boot could not open until today. Its on and off. I went there to try and explain to them my challeng only to find out that they have replaced the wrong part , I honestly didnt have energy to argue because I could see that they really failed to do their job. Week passed by and the problem continued, I called them to try to talk to their service manager. I was told that the service manager is busy and they took my numbers and said he will call me back. Until today I haven't received any call from the service manager. I was told that I need to replace the part again and pay again, which I feel like it unfair because they decided to replace a wrong part.
1 reviews | Active since Apr 2024
Car boot issues
3 months back I went with my brother to collect his car there because he took it in for service. While I was there I decided to enquire about my book since well it was giving me issues. The guy that assisted knew exactly what was wrong with the car and he was correct because this was the part I have been having issues with. But due to financial constraints I couldn't fix the boot. Then I make an appointment, took my car in for boot fixing. The following day just after they fixed my boot, the boot could not open until today. Its on and off. I went there to try and explain to them my challeng only to find out that they have replaced the wrong part , I honestly didnt have energy to argue because I could see that they really failed to do their job. Week passed by and the problem continued, I called them to try to talk to their service manager. I was told that the service manager is busy and they took my numbers and said he will call me back. Until today I haven't received any call from the service manager. I was told that I need to replace the part again and pay again, which I feel like it unfair because they decided to replace a wrong part.
1 reviews | Active since Sept 2017
Ongoing Unresolved Issue with Steering Rack – VW Polo Vivo (Purchased November 2024) – McCarthy VW Wonderboom
Dear VW South Africa / HelloPeter Team, I am writing to express my deep dissatisfaction with the service I have received from McCarthy VW Wonderboom regarding a persistent issue with my VW Polo Vivo, purchased in mid-November 2024. I would also like to add that upon purchasing the vehicle, my sales representative informed me if this car was involved in an accident it won't fall under cover of the maintenance plan. Shortly after purchasing the vehicle, I noticed a noise coming from the steering rack and reported it to one of the maintenance officers at the dealership. I was informed that it was safe to drive to the Eastern Cape, and that the issue would be attended to upon my return. When I returned, I immediately took the car back to the dealership and again reported the steering rack issue. While other problems (such as the water pump system and brake issues) were attended to, the steering rack problem was repeatedly dismissed or deferred. Each time I raised this concern, I was met with excuses and no real resolution. Despite several visits to the dealership — including ensuring that my scheduled services were completed on time — the steering rack issue was never properly addressed. In October 2025, I requested the contact number (Whatsapp number) of the maintenance officer and I visited the dealership again. The team only tightened the suspension, but the noise persisted. I even recorded the sound and sent it to the maintenance officer, who asked me to bring the car back in. After leaving the car with them for an entire day, I was later told that there were scratches underneath the vehicle and that one rim was bent, allegedly from hitting a pothole. I disagreed with this assessment, as I had reported the steering rack noise since the first week of owning the vehicle — well before any such damage could have occurred. Following ongoing back-and-forth discussions, I was advised to contact VW Assist, which I did on Friday, 31 October 2025. VW Uitenhage contacted me and said they would investigate the matter. On 6 November 2025, I was informed that VW Wonderboom concluded the damage was self-inflicted. I find this conclusion unacceptable, as the issue was reported immediately after purchase, has been documented in open job cards, and has been repeatedly ignored by the dealership. Furthermore, my motor plan expires on 17 November 2025, and it appears that this delay in addressing the issue may be intentional so that the matter falls outside the warranty coverage period. I am requesting that VW South Africa intervene urgently to: Reassess the vehicle and the steering rack issue fairly, considering the original reports. Ensure the repair is covered under the motor plan, as the issue predates any alleged damage. Hold McCarthy VW Wonderboom accountable for the repeated neglect and lack of resolution. I have been a loyal VW customer, but this experience has been extremely disappointing and frustrating. I hope that VW will act promptly to restore my confidence in the brand and ensure fair treatment for customers.
1 reviews | Active since Sept 2017
Ongoing Unresolved Issue with Steering Rack – VW Polo Vivo (Purchased November 2024) – McCarthy VW Wonderboom
Dear VW South Africa / HelloPeter Team, I am writing to express my deep dissatisfaction with the service I have received from McCarthy VW Wonderboom regarding a persistent issue with my VW Polo Vivo, purchased in mid-November 2024. I would also like to add that upon purchasing the vehicle, my sales representative informed me if this car was involved in an accident it won't fall under cover of the maintenance plan. Shortly after purchasing the vehicle, I noticed a noise coming from the steering rack and reported it to one of the maintenance officers at the dealership. I was informed that it was safe to drive to the Eastern Cape, and that the issue would be attended to upon my return. When I returned, I immediately took the car back to the dealership and again reported the steering rack issue. While other problems (such as the water pump system and brake issues) were attended to, the steering rack problem was repeatedly dismissed or deferred. Each time I raised this concern, I was met with excuses and no real resolution. Despite several visits to the dealership — including ensuring that my scheduled services were completed on time — the steering rack issue was never properly addressed. In October 2025, I requested the contact number (Whatsapp number) of the maintenance officer and I visited the dealership again. The team only tightened the suspension, but the noise persisted. I even recorded the sound and sent it to the maintenance officer, who asked me to bring the car back in. After leaving the car with them for an entire day, I was later told that there were scratches underneath the vehicle and that one rim was bent, allegedly from hitting a pothole. I disagreed with this assessment, as I had reported the steering rack noise since the first week of owning the vehicle — well before any such damage could have occurred. Following ongoing back-and-forth discussions, I was advised to contact VW Assist, which I did on Friday, 31 October 2025. VW Uitenhage contacted me and said they would investigate the matter. On 6 November 2025, I was informed that VW Wonderboom concluded the damage was self-inflicted. I find this conclusion unacceptable, as the issue was reported immediately after purchase, has been documented in open job cards, and has been repeatedly ignored by the dealership. Furthermore, my motor plan expires on 17 November 2025, and it appears that this delay in addressing the issue may be intentional so that the matter falls outside the warranty coverage period. I am requesting that VW South Africa intervene urgently to: Reassess the vehicle and the steering rack issue fairly, considering the original reports. Ensure the repair is covered under the motor plan, as the issue predates any alleged damage. Hold McCarthy VW Wonderboom accountable for the repeated neglect and lack of resolution. I have been a loyal VW customer, but this experience has been extremely disappointing and frustrating. I hope that VW will act promptly to restore my confidence in the brand and ensure fair treatment for customers.