Lookers Ford Middlesbrough Transit Centre
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71 Verified Reviews
South Bank Rd, Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough, TS3 8AX, GB
01642 240055
ABOUT US
At The Lookers Group we are proud to represent more than 30 of the world’s leading car manufacturers, offering our customers the widest choice of new cars and approved used cars in the UK. We also have motorcycle dealers throughout Northern Ireland, making the Lookers Group one of the UK’s most established automotive retailers.
71 Verified Reviews
Vehicle Registration - NX24 LTVGood morning, Just want to share my experience with yourselves regarding my my most recent visit, Not sure where to start to be honest, Having issues with my van on a regular basis i visited Ford Lookers to book an appointment to have these looked at, I was asked if I needed a replacement van and I declined so I was given a prompt appointment, Dropped the van off on Thursday 5th February at 8.30, Got a call to say it needed parts which will have to be ordered and asked if I would like to pick up the van until the parts where delivered then bring it back to lookers, I said keep the van and get it repaired and then I’d pick it up once repaired to save me running around back and forth wasting my time, I then received a call on Friday the 6th February saying the parts where ordered and just waiting on delivery but at no point was I told this may be a few days before we receive them ? Then was asked if I required a replacement van to use over the weekend and it could be dropped off at my home address which I said that would be great if possible, After been contacted by ford Rental to give my details etc I then received a call from Enterprise who said a van would be dropped off late afternoon which was great but then received a call back from them at 6.10 pm to say the couldn’t get one dropped off as they had no one available to drop it off, Said they would try again Saturday morning but again no van ? After the weekend having no transport I rang lookers to get an update on my repair to be told we don’t get any deliveries on a Monday ? I then asked if they could get a delivery date so if it’s going to be another couple of days I’d try and get a replacement van but obviously I didn’t receive an update on when the parts were coming in ? I had to call again Tuesday to find out what was going on to be told it would be ready by lunch time Wednesday the 11th February, Having not had my van for nearly 7 days which it’s my only form of transport for my business, this has impacted my ability to work, The lack of communication from Lookers regarding the repair timetable has been terrible, I asked to speak with the manager who unfortunately wasn’t available, I then asked 2 ladies from service team to ask the manager to ring me, Still no call back to this date, The on going problems with my van is worrying, The time I’ve spent running back and forth to have the repairs is costly and the lack of communication and care is not acceptable, I was told in December after I had problems with my windscreen washers as they weren’t working that I had probably blocked the filters in the tank as I had been putting windscreen wash in it ?? Told I would have to pay to have lookers look at it and could do it myself I drove away but then to be told last week when In for its repairs it needed 2 new jets is worrying, Driving around for 3 months without washers working was unnecessary, Transmission not in park component has been replaced twice in less than 12 months is also worrying, also having to jump start my van on regular occasions before having to have the battery replaced again is concerning, These issues are not what I thought I would be having with my new 24 reg van when I bought it in March 2024 ? Look forward to hearing back from you, Regards Terry Eaton

Warranty claim flat battery. Service dept quoted new battery fitted. As voltage is still low despite charging and long drive, I checked battery. It is date stamped Dec 22 and still has the Germany production sticker on. Battery type Matlu 2812253. Told this to Lookers Review follow up call which came a few days after visit and they stated the dealer would be contacted and they would call me, this never happened.

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Felt no pressure to buy

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Sales staff were friendly and helpful

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Because i have never had a reply!!!!

Dear Sir/MadamI am writing to formally escalate my profound concerns and extreme dissatisfaction regarding the brand-new van I purchased from your garage. The vehicle has repeatedly demonstrated fundamental issues since the day of collection, leading me to completely lose confidence in its reliability, and i consider it to be not fit for purpose.I am extremely disappointed with both the condition of the vehicle and the service I have received. As a self-employed individual, I rely entirely on this vehicle for my livelihood, and the repeated breakdowns and excessive time spent off the road have caused significant inconvenience, substantial loss of income, and wasted time.Chronology of Major Issues and Poor Service:-1. Fault on collection: The engine management light illuminated immediately upon driving the van off the forecourt. Although initially attributed to a low battery, an underlying fault later transpired.2. Limp Mode Failure: The van went into 'limp mode' while I was working in Redcar, and unable to continue with customer appointments, resulting in a loss if business. I had to drive all the way home in limp mode. I was later informed this was due to a sensor related to the DPF.3. Persistent Starting Issue: I experienced further problems with the van starting, requiring me to disconnect and reconnect the battery to get it running, causing additional downtime and inconvenience.4. Door and Alarm Faults:• The door has had a persistent issue since collection, sounding as though it is going to snap when opened or closed.• The van alarm has been going off at random times, including during the early hours.5. Failed Repair Attempts and Delays:• Despite reporting the alarm issue, the garage was unable to book the vehicle in promptly. When seen, the battery was replaced but the problem continued.• I was subsequently informed the van required a software update which could not be completed, and later, that the ECU needed replacing.• I was led to believe the repair would be quick, but the van has now been with you for over two weeks with no further updates.6. Inaccessibility of Tools: Upon visiting the garage to collect tools, I found i could not access the van because the electrics has been disconnected, forcing me to borrow and buy additional tools and materials than necessary.7. Poor Communication: My phone calls for updates have consistently been met with the same response: the garage is waiting for updates from Ford, which has happened on numerous occasions.Legal Position and Required Resolution:-The repeated, serious, and fundamental faults, alongside the significant time the van has been off the road, demonstrate a clear breach of my rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015. Specifically, the van has failed to meet the statutory requirement of being of satisfactory quality and fit for purpose. Given the gravity and frequency of these faults - which have occurred from the day of purchase - and the unsatisfactory duration and outcome of the repair process, the vehicle's underlying reliability has been irreparably compromised:• A full replacement of the van with a new, fault- free equivalent model; or• Rejection of the vehicle and a full refund of the purchase price, along with reasonable compensation for the significant loss of income, wasted time, and inconvenience caused by the constant phone calls, rescheduling jobs, repeated trips and the expense of acquiring replacement tools/materials.I require your prompt written response within 14 days of the date of this email, providing a full explanation of the steps you will take to resolve these ongoing problems and the course of action you will be taking to meet my request for a replacement or a full refund. I also expect reassurance that the vehicle will be returned in full working order if a repair is attempted, and that the underlying reliability concerns will be addressed once and for all.Please treat this matter with the utmost urgency. Should a satisfactory resolution not be agreed upon. I will be left with no option but to escalate this complaint to The Motor Ombudsman and seek legal advice to recover my losses without further notice.I look forward to your prompt response.Yours faithfullyCRAIG CHAPMAN

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Can't believe you would put 2 vans we viewed on your fore court in that state

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Found pricing of vehicles I was interested (car and van) to be non-competitive/passive, especially px valuation (car).

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Because the staff were good and fast acting as I was in between jobs but got all the info to me

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Liam and mark great service