AAA Carolinas’s earns a 2.3-star rating from 21 reviews and 28 complaints, showing that the majority of members are somewhat dissatisfied with services.
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AAA Carolinas - Terrible customer service & claims staff/process
I am 50+ years old and a single mother of two boys and have only submitted one claim in my life until recently. I was hit by a vehicle and it was the other's car fault (the driver and police report stated this). I submitted a claim and heard from AAA quickly. However, I needed to contact a lawyer because a county vehicle hit me and as soon as I did I never...
Read full review of AAA CarolinasAAA Carolinas - Stranded in the cold
The mantra from AAA for 24 hours road service and 'won't leave you stranded "... lies. My husband has been waiting for help since 1am this morning. Its now 8:15am. It even took AAA an hour to even give him a call back. Since then... nothing. No update. No call. No help. I did call about 3am from home begging for help. Rep said she would call my husband...
Read full review of AAA Carolinas and 1 comment1ST CALL 5:28 am !
I went out to my car to find it would not start, My son had left the door open and the battery was KAPUT ! I went online and purchased a membership for basic, since the FAQ's for the website said that there was NO WAITING PERIOD from time of purchase. I attempted to schedule the service call online & was prompted to call an 800#. Once on the phone with the rep, I was told that I would incur an additional charge $60-the site made NO MENTION of this. So I pay the money (I'm at $120 for a basic membership now) and tell the lady I need a jump...LONG STORY SHORT- THE DRIVER DIDN'T CONTACT ME UNTIL 11:11AM 5HRS & 43MINS LATER ! Worst service EVER!
Recommendation: RUN! AWFUL SERVICE
AAA will harass you forever
Don’t ever sign up for AAA! The services they offer are cheaper and faster through your vehicle insurance provider, and AAA likes to harass their former members via nearly daily emails even though you’ve been promised that you won’t receive any more emails from them. When you call in, they will transfer you repeatedly and never help you. Save your time, money, and sanity by NEVER SIGNING UP WITH AAA IN THE FIRST PLACE!
Service is not dependable
As of this minute my daughter is stranded with our car in Charlotte. It’s taken 4-1/2 hours to get someone to look at the battery which I know is new. If the battery is fine then they have to submit a tow request which could be 1-5 hours. Last year it took 5-1/2 hours to have my car towed after being notified every hour it would be an hour. Unacceptable. I don’t know if this is common in the rest of the USA No more AAA for me.
Recommendation: I don’t recommend AAA to anyone.
I called AAA for assistance with a flat tire
I called AAA for assistance with a flat tire. AAA dispatched a company called ***. The driver lost my wheel lock and lug nut lock. Called AAA back and they provided number to *** saying it was the driver's personal phone. And the driver said he left the items on the ground. I returned to the location & of course, nothing was there. When I informed AAA, I was told a lost item report would be submitted and someone would contact me. No one contacted me, so I called Snoork and began a long back & forth. *** asked me to get an estimate from the dealership. I did & followed up with AAA. Explaining no one from AAA had contacted me and I would like AAA to expedite process with Snoork. Since AAA was responsible for sending outside contractor. Again I was told someone would follow up with me. I called Snoork back & explained again I could not remove tires off my vehicle & needed the issue resolved. I called AAA back & again said no one called me & was told someone would definitely call me. After repeated calls to Snoork and AAA. Snoork reimbursed me without any assistance from AAA. I am thoroughly disappointed in the lack of customer *** AAA had in the matter. I will be discontinuing my membership & not recommending AAA. I would prefer to leave no stars, but it was not an option.
About three years ago, I set up a membership for my son while I was away doing research for graduate school. My son has joined the Navy and no longer needs the membership. I tried to cancel the renewal but was not allowed to; my son would have to cancel the membership which I pay for. I tried to explain that my son was not available due to his current station. I asked the membership agent if I could speak with her supervisor. I held on for about 45 minutes for a supervisor, would repeatedly get disconnected, and the agent would call back saying how sorry she was about the disconnection. I'm just going to tag the renewal charge as fraud with my bank. I believe I have the right to discontinue a membership that is charged to my card. Buyer beware with the membership service of the Carolinas.
2.5 hrs...30 minutes of that on hold and then hung up on...to be told that they can't find anyone to service my request. So no driver even ASSIGNED for a tow. What am I paying for again?
All I needed was someone to inflate my tire so I could drive to a service station to remove the nail and repair the tire myself. The initial call was made at 6:30 AM. I eventually saw a countdown timer indicating an estimated arrival time of 7:51 AM. At 7:58 AM, I called again, bypassed the automated prompts to use the internet link, and endured a lengthy wait on hold to speak with an agent. When she answered, I requested an update on my earlier call for tire inflation assistance. I was placed on hold once more as she sought information.
In the meantime, the kind homeowner whose driveway I was using offered to drive me to a local store. There, I purchased a 12-volt compressor and additional rubber strips for tire repair. While at the store, the agent returned to the line and informed me that the service truck would be arriving shortly. On our way back, the service technician called to inform me he would arrive in six minutes to change my tire. I explained that I only needed inflation services and that he need not come since I was already handling it myself. Despite my refusal, he insisted on coming. I firmly told him that waiting two and a half hours for someone to simply add 32 pounds of air to my tire was absurd.
I have encountered poor service in the past, but this was by far the worst experience I've had in a very long time. It has led me to seriously question whether I should renew their services in the future.
Was stranded more than 9 hours beside the road in 20 degree weather. Over 40 called places to AAA trying to get help and assistance. Once the tow truck arrived over 8 hours later, he was given wrong address to tow placed 15 more called to AAA for them to finally approve tow location which took over 2 hours for them to day. How is this okay. What am I paying for. To sit beside the road freezing for over 9 hours. The toll number employ told me that they work 24 hrs but the tow companys do not. I signed up for this service to get help. This is not help. This is a pure scam.
I wish we could leave a lower review
I wish we could leave a lower review. We have been working with AAA Carolinas for an incident that was caused by there driver. This has been going on for almost two months now. The adjuster can never be reached. Does not answer email, does not answer phone and does not respond to emails. When she does, its very vague and yet another excuse as to why nothing has moved forward. My driver has attempted to call multiple times to provide a witness statement, as it is needed by us and the 3 other people that were hit, and still no answer. At this point, we have had an estimate of $30,000 in repairs, $50,000+ is loss revenue, lost payroll wages, and hotel fees that I'm sure we will never see. This has been the absolute worst experience with a company we have ever dealt with. The worst customer *** and horrible professionalism. What's horrible is, we are not a customer of AAA, but they have certainly ruined a future customer. As a small company we are always looking for better insurance both for personal and business, I will never even bother and will continue to shy people away from AAA. It is appalling at how they are handling this situation. We have yet to hear anything and have yet to get an answer. DO NOT use this company. Ever. If you are ever in an accident with someone insured by them, immediately grab a lawyer.
THEY NEVER CALL BACK OR SHOWED UP WHEN MY WIFE HAD A FLAT TIRE. A GENTLEMAN STOPPED AND HELPED HER. HE AIRED THE TIRE UP AND PLUGGED IT. MY WIFE CALLED AAA BACK AND ALL THEY SAID WAS SORRY. BEING A MEMBER SINCE 2009 I BELIEVE THIS WILL BE MY LAST YEAR. NOBODY IN THESE MODERN TIMES SHOULD SIT ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD FOR 2 HOURS. I THANK GOD IT WAS A GENTLEMAN AND NOT SOMEBODY ELSE. THANKS FOR TAKING MY PAYMENTS ALL THESE YEARS.
I used to be AAA member and was great. My best friend year ago said they never came. Neighbor that is a college student locked his keys in his car. I said, let's get you hooked up with AAA. He called for help, told needed go online to join since membership *** closed. So we did that. He got a member ID. We called back foe help told needed to wait up to 72 hours to be active...but for an additional fee they could help him. Waited foe a manager. After 45 min was hung up on. Started calling foe help 530 pm...5 reps later 8pm, still no manager. So sadly we had to hire a tow truck company outside of aaa, pay 125. I paid the bill. Calling 3rd party we had someone out in 30 min! Luckily he was safe in my house. But if he was stuck on the road he would have been in trouble... SHAME on AAA! Today I called to find out how to cancel his membership. I had faith in you after helping me in the past. Bust obviously the 24/7 assistance is no longer. Shame on you.
I called AAA for assistance with a flat tire. AAA dispatched a company for help. The driver lost my wheel lock and lug nut lock. Called AAA back and they provided a number saying it was the driver's personal phone. The driver claimed he left the items on the ground. I returned to the location and, unsurprisingly, nothing was there. When I informed AAA, I was told a lost item report would be submitted and someone would contact me. No one did, so I called the towing company and began a long back and forth. The company asked me to get an estimate from the dealership. I did and followed up with AAA, explaining that no one from AAA had contacted me and I would like them to expedite the process with the towing company since AAA was responsible for sending the outside contractor. Yet again, I was told someone would follow up with me. I called the towing company back and reiterated that I could not remove the tires off my vehicle and needed the issue resolved. I called AAA once more and again stated that no one had called me and was assured someone would definitely call me. After repeated calls to the towing company and AAA, the towing company reimbursed me without any assistance from AAA. I am thoroughly disappointed in the lack of customer service AAA provided in the matter. I will be discontinuing my membership and not recommending AAA. I would prefer to leave no rating, but it was not an option.
I waited for four and a half hours for a tow. I made the call at 7 pm, expecting a truck within an hour, but it never arrived. The customer service representatives I spoke with either seemed uninformed or promised a call back with the tow truck's estimated time of arrival, which I never received. When I did finally get a call, the tow truck still failed to show up. On another attempt, I was informed that my car had been towed, which was not the case. My calls were met with repeated holds, and at one point, I was abruptly disconnected after someone picked up.
I am 71 years old and have been a loyal member for many years. My use of the service is infrequent, but I expect efficiency and professionalism when I do. The company eventually scheduled the tow for 1:05 am, only to change the time on five separate occasions, extending to 2:30 am. In the end, I reached out to the towing company directly and was treated with kindness and respect. They had just received the service request moments before my call. The representative allowed me to send a photo of my membership card and ID, and assured me that I could leave the site while they took care of my vehicle. (In the meantime, my brother had to come and assist me, as I was stranded on the side of the highway.)
From this experience, I've learned not to rely on this particular roadside assistance when in dire need. Moreover, if you pay for towing services out of pocket with the intention of getting reimbursed, be aware that they may not fully cover the expenses.
Worst customer service experience EVER!
Worst customer service EVER! I sat on hold for a combined time of over an hour on 9/18/22 as I first waited on a tow truck (that finally arrived over 5 hours after I created a ticket to request a tow) and then waited to hear if the tow truck had even picked up my car and delivered it to the mechanic as promised. This is absolutely unacceptable. I was already highly stressed to be left stranded on a rural road in the heat for hours, but then to be sick with worry that my car was even located and towed as requested made for a horrible day. I began the day waiting for the tow truck but was then informed over 2 hours later that I could leave the vehicle and get another ride as they were "running behind". Thank goodness I had someone an hour away who could come pick me up, but the whole point of paying for AAA each year is to give me peace of mind when traveling. This is the second time I have put in a tow request and been horribly disappointed (the first time was two weeks ago when the tow truck NEVER EVEN ARRIVED). I submitted a complaint to AAA after the first mishap and have never even been contacted. Are they under new management or something? I have been a customer for 7 years and never experienced such awful customer service. Most definitely NOT renewing my Plus membership for myself and my daughter this year and will be telling everyone I know about these experiences.
They make cancellation very difficult. Long hold times, no online access to cancel (according to their representative that put me directly back on hold after I asked to cancel my membership. After approximately 30 minutes on hold, I placed a merchant block with the card they are auto billing while still sitting on hold for AAA.
Rating should be -1. After being on a conference call I overlooked my gas level and ran out on the exit ramp. I was about 3 miles away from a gas station. I call AAA at 6:01 PM to hopefully get maybe a half gallon of gas to get me off the highway. I was told 20 to 45 minutes on the call. To make a long story short. I am writing this review after waiting like an idiot for over 6 hours and still waiting on assistance. It is after midnight and I am now about to walk 3 or so miles. I have been a member since 2008 and I will NOT ever renew this membership again. Absolutely horrendous service!
Was put on hold with customer *** when checking the status of a damage complaint against a towing company for over an hour on 3 separate occasions. Each time someone would pick up ask me to "hold one moment" and then after several more minutes the call is disconnected. I still have no clue as to the status of my complaint which was filed a week ago.
Worst customer service EVER! I sat on hold for a combined time of over an hour on 9/18/22 as I first waited on a tow truck (that finally arrived over 5 hours after I created a ticket to request a tow) and then waited to hear if the tow truck had even picked up my car and delivered it to the mechanic as promised. This is absolutely unacceptable. I was already highly stressed to be left stranded on a rural road in the heat for hours, but then to be sick with worry that my car was even located and towed as requested made for a horrible day. I began the day waiting for the tow truck but was then informed over 2 hours later that I could leave the vehicle and get another ride as they were "running behind". Thank goodness I had someone an hour away who could come pick me up, but the whole point of paying for AAA each year is to give me peace of mind when traveling. This is the second time I have put in a tow request and been horribly disappointed (the first time was two weeks ago when the tow truck NEVER EVEN ARRIVED). I submitted a complaint to AAA after the first mishap and have never even been contacted. Are they under new management or something? I have been a customer for 7 years and never experienced such awful customer service. Most definitely NOT renewing my Plus membership for myself and my daughter this year and will be telling everyone I know about these experiences.
All I needed was someone to pump up my tire so I could drive it myself to a place where I could pull out the nail and plug my tire
All I needed was someone to pump up my tire so I could drive it myself to a place where I could pull out the nail and plug my tire. The initial call was at 6:30. I finally saw a countdown clock that promised an arrival time of 7:51.At 7:58 I called back, bypassed the prompts to use the internet link, and waited on hold for a long time for an agent.When she finally picked up I told her I wanted an update on my request from an hour and a half earlier to pump up my tire.I was put on hold again and she said she was going to find out. Meanwhile, the lady whose yard I was parked in volunteered to take me to *** so we left. I bought a 12-volt compressor and more of the rubber strips to plug my tire. While in *** the agent finally came back and said my service truck would arrive in ***On the way back to the house to pump up my tire with my new compressor the service guy called to tell me hed be there in 6 minutes to change my tire. I told him I only wanted my tire pumped up but to never mind anyway as I was already on my way to do it myself.He said hed come anyway and I told him that no, 2 1/2 hours waiting for someone to put 32 pounds of air in my tire was ridiculous.Ive experienced bad service before, but this was the worst experience Ive had in a long time. Seriously reconsidering ever renewing.
1 star because there is no lower rating to give. It has been over 12 hours since I called for a tow. No communication from AAA or a towing company. I have paid for this service for over 15 years and have used it a total of 3 times. I have never had such incompetent customer *** in my life. I pay for this service so that I don't have to pay out of pocket for towing, so that line that I see quoted so often in these online "apologies" from AAA is ridiculous. If I had a couple hundred dollars for a tow at anytime, I wouldn't pay AAA, yearly, for that service. If you are under the impression that if you break down on the side of the road, you can call and get assistance - DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY! AAA has turned into a scam. OVER 12 HOURS AND STILL NO TOW TRUCK! No calls to let me know there's a problem, nothing. I do not understand how a company can continue to collect money for a service they no longer provide.
Was left on side of the highway, for hours. Was told by AAA that tow truck driver would be texting me with arrival time. 3 hours later, no text. Finally, a sheriff stopped and suggested I use a private tow service. $230 dollars, the private tow company brought the car to the repair shop. AAA never contacted. I could still be waiting along the Highway.
Called to inquire about International Drivers Permit as I live 30 minutes outside of a major city and we had attempted to secure these three times previously. I was told they had these in the office and I explained my situation as having a tight timeline and again was guaranteed these permits were available. Upon arrival, we were informed they did not have them. I explained my phone call and was answered with "you didn't speak to anyone here and why would WE lie", insinuating I was lying. After loudly complaining, a gentleman approached to tell me I was wrong and that I must be mistaken... no apology or attempt to correct the situation, just dismissal. I dialed the local number and the answer is exactly what I got. These people are in the travel business which is based in hospitality and serving the customer, they've shown no skill for either. Avoid at all costs. It's unfortunate that AAA has a monopoly on these documents which would have helped with my rental insurance as well as wasting my time and gas, in addition to being called a liar.
Carolinas DECEPTIVE. We understand roadside assistance cant just happen immediately. But when AAA texts you a 12 min ETA, you know theyre lying. My 12 mins expired 2 hours ago. Knowing AAA is deceptive, I was able(with late night help of friends) recover my vehicle. Still no updates from AAA. This behavior from AAA is the rule. *** on these phonies.Well AAA finally made contact on this roadside assistance request at 5AM-more than 9 hours after initial call. So thats two elderly people and a dog stranded after dark on an interstate. But for OUR initiative, we would have been abandoned by AAA overnight. And what about their rule allowing only one person to ride with tower? Wonder how my wife was planning get home?
We had a horrible experience with *** last night
We had a horrible experience with *** last night. We broke down on the side of a busy interstate a little after 9 p.m. I called *** and told the person our situation. She said we were flagged as a priority, and a tow truck would be there in an hour. The *** kept getting pushed back, until around 12:30 in the morning. We finally got the name and number of the towing service *** was using. My husband called; the man who answered did not know about our call for service. *** also listed the wrong description of our vehicle, which I had to call and correct. I also called to change the contact number to my husband's phone, so he could stay with the vehicle when my children and I were picked up. The *** rep I spoke with was rude and also never changed the number to my husband's cell number, although he said he did - and in fact, he yelled at me that he had told me he had updated the number. I kept forwarding the update texts to my husband, who was stranded in a dangerous location. *** never came; we eventually canceled the call (after midnight) when a friend was able to contact another towing company through a different roadside service; that tow came within an hour. *** was also sending someone (who was never sent; the man there said he didn't know about the dispatch) from a town that was far away instead of the town we were close to. I can't believe we have been paying for this service, thinking it would help us in just such a situation.
Waited for 4 1/2 hours for a tow
Waited for 4 1/2 hours for a tow. Called at 7 pm, was told a truck would be there in an hour. Never showed up. Kept getting the runaround from everyone I talked to who either acted like they didnt have any information or told me I would receive a call with the eta of the tow truck. Didnt get a call. Finally received a call but the tow truck never showed up again. Then when I called again they told me the tow truck driver told them my car had already been towed! They put me on hold repeatedly and once I heard them pick up and then immediately hang up. I am 71 years old and have been a member since ***. I rarely use the service but when I do I expect better than the incompetence I experienced. They finally told me *** would be there at 1:05 am. Then they called five times giving me 5 different times up to 2:30 am! I finally called *** directly and a very nice lady gave me the only courteous help I received that night. She said they had only received the ticket for the first time five minutes before I called her. She let me send her a photo of my card and ID and told me I could leave and they would tow the car without me there. (My brother came to get me. He had to help me urinate in the tall grass in the ditch where I was pulled over on I385.) So dont expect help from AAA when youre in a bad situation. Also if you pay for the tow yourself and file a request for reimbursement, they do not reimburse you for the total amount.
My mechanic of 25 years tested my AAA battery and my charging system and determined my battery was bad
My mechanic of 25 years tested my AAA battery and my charging system and determined my battery was bad.Since it was a AAA warranty, I was jumped and I brought my car home. I called AAA the next morning. *** came to my house as a AAA tech. The tech was great, but he said the even though it only had a 50% charge after being charged by my mechanic, AAA would not replace it. This was the 2nd battery gone bad from AAA. I have entered a complaint with AAA and I'm awaiting their response. I charged that battery overnight and it never went above 55% charge. I called Interstate Battery ( the battery brand) and their tech said that indicates a bad battery, usually from age.That battery is less than a year old. I wonder how long it had been hauled around in *** truck.Prior to this, I had Stegalls tow my car to my mechanic for other service, because it would not start. That was a great experience.The battery service at home was not. The tech was great, but he said that my battery was not bad at a 50% charge. I find this disturbing. Who wants to depend on a battery only 50% good? Certainly not a 70 year old heart failure patient. I'm not real good at walking anymore.I researched and found AAA has a long history of denying battery replacement. I hate that *** follows those guide lines.I am a 38 year member of AAA and I can't get a bad battery replaced. Certainly not *** fault, but they were still point of contact for AAA and I still have a battery that will not charge over 55%.
My husband and I have been AAA members ( the premier top of the line ) since 1998
My husband and I have been AAA members ( the premier top of the line ) since 1998. They used to be good with nice discounts, prompt at towing or whatever your needs...Not anymore, as we were stranded out in the heat ( 91 degrees )when our truck broke down few weeks ago. My husband called AAA, finally after about 15-20 minutes got a person on the phone. We was told only one person could ride in the truck with the tow truck driver, the other person would have to wait for someone to come pick them up. We waited for an hour no tow truck in sight. Its getting pretty hot by now. We are in our sixties and didnt like being stuck out in the heat. We called a local tow truck and they were right out there in less than 10 minutes. Knowing we would have to pay to be towed, but hey thats ok, its too hot being stuck here with a stranded vehicle. The driver not only towed our truck but was nice enough to bring us home out of the heat. We tried several times to call AAA back to cancel the need of the tow truck only to be hung up on and never being able to get through to a person. The lady from AAA called my husband back and found out we had already been towed. She told him that if we went on line to fill out a form and sent a copy of the cost for towing, we would get our money back. Right, today we get check in the mail for not quite half of the tow bill...We called and ask about that, they said well that is all we would get back for it. This company is not worth having This is not how to treat your loyal customers ! AAA renewal next month, I dont think so, No thanks
The complaint has been investigated and resolved to the customer's satisfaction.
If I could give them negative stars I sure would
If I could give them negative stars I sure would. I have been waiting on a technician since Wednesday 5/4/2022 for a jump. No one arrived, called back Thursday 5/5/22, no one then a representative called me at 1:15 am Friday 5/6/22 after noticing that I was still waiting for assistance and I informed him that I still am in need of a jump since 5/4/22 and will be contacting a supervisor. Spoke with supervisor *** 5/6/22 on 3 calls and no one Again arrived. When I called back at 8:48 to get a status after being tired of waiting on this assistance that was scheduled to arrive at 8:30 pm to find out there was no one trained to come out for a simple jump. The representative stated the supervisor on duty, *** will be submitting an email to the Saturday supervisors *** and *** to inform to contact and have the technician out to assist at 8:00 am on Saturday 5/7/2022its 5/7/22 @ 8:44 am and I am typing this as well as being on hold for 41 minutes now with the Supervisor *** who stated no email or dispatch was submitted to her.4 days but I dont have a right to be upset; I hope every rep I have spoken with experience what I have had to endure for 4 days and see what it is like! Also each supervisor I spoken with have the nerve to speak or try to speak over me, acknowledge that theyre a supervisor and not reading from a script (thats a lie).but like I care; I was a *** Center Supervisor at one point until I chose to quit and moved on to something better but that is beside the fact that I am a battered consumer and nothing has been done to rectify the situation.
Disappointed with AAA, they only assist with vehicle damage, not emergency brake issues.
I'm very disappointed in AAA Help, they only assist with issues related to vehicle damage. I called AAA about my emergency brake not disengaging on my 2019 Sprinter Van and needed it towed to a service center. Note: I had to pay $10.00 extra because my plan didn't cover this tow, and still had to wait 4 days for the tow. When the driver arrived, he didn't seem to understand English well. Despite my attempts to explain the brake issue, he proceeded to tow the van incorrectly, resulting in damage. The van was leaning, sensor lights activated, and oil was leaking from the damaged oil pan, which cost $965.00 to replace. I sent the evidence to AAA Help as instructed. After months, AAA responded, denying my claim and directing me to contact the towing service. After 30 years with AAA and this being my first claim, I'm considering switching roadside assistance providers.
The complaint has been investigated and resolved to the customer's satisfaction.
I have been a customer for 22 years and in that time have probably filed no more than 10 requests for help
I have been a customer for 22 years and in that time have probably filed no more than 10 requests for help. There won't be a 23rd year. On July 30th I called at 1:00 to report that the battery that I bought from them a year ago was dead and I needed a jump start. I was told that a technician would arrive at my address in *** North Carolina at 1:43 and her name was ***. At 1:40 I receive a message saying that she would arrive at 1:54. At 2:05 I receive a message that the job has been completed yet amazingly I'm still standing in 100 heat leaning against a car with a dead battery that still won't start. I called AAA four more times and spoke to four different agents who gave me the excuse that dispatch was 20 minutes behind in their calls but I would receive a call when they were free. Finally after my fifth call I found an agent who would do her job and she contacted me with dispatch only to be told that they had to redo the entire request again and it would be 4:00 before anyone could reach me. At 3:20 I receive a text message informing me that a technician would not reach me until 4:42 which is almost 3 hours after they promised a technician would be there and close to 4 hours since I had initially called for a dead battery that I bought from them. For 22 years I have wasted my money paying premium dues just so I could be treated like this? There is no doubt in my mind that *** is going to h*** in a hand basket because companies stealing people's money and doing nothing to help them and not doing what they promise. Don't waste your money paying dues to this company like I have and I can promise you there will not be a 23rd year for me. And I'm sure the only comment I will get will be the crappy emails they send out trying to blame everyone else because they can't do what they promise.
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I had used my 4 yearly calls however, I said I would pay for this call as I was stuck
I had used my 4 yearly calls however, I said I would pay for this call as I was stuck. My membership was essentially still good.On Wednesday, 4/21/2022 I drove my truck to a store to the curbside pickup. I am wheelchair bound, so that is why I used curbside pickup. After receiving the merchandise, I turned the key to start, and got clicking sounds. The truck would not start. At 6:46 PM I phoned *** North Carolina as I was in ***, . I was assured that I would get a start. They did not know when a start was going to come. I felt vulnerable as I am disabled anyway. I called the store at about 9 PM, and asked if they had someone who could jump start my diesel truck. Yes, thankfully there was a guy with a diesel just like mine. He got it started, and I drove home. *** never showed up. The next day, I called *** to come to my home / driveway where the truck was, and give me a start. I was told the battery was dead. I figured, ok. lets get a new battery. That cost $200.00 A couple of days later, I tried to start the truck, no luck. New battery had failed. I called the tow company I used NOT ***, and had them tow the truck to my mechanic to find out what was wrong. My mechanic said the NEW *** battery had failed. I said well, I trust you. Put 2 new batteries in (my truck takes 2 batteries), and make sure everything is ok. They said everything was ok, the new *** battery was at fault. I returned the bad new battery to ***, they assured me they would work on the battery. I also called the company that put the *** battery in, the ALERT company, they gave me the finest run-around I have ever had in my 79 years. I do not feel safe anymore with ***. I have the most expensive membership they offer because we used to travel all over the . We do not travel much any more. WHAT DO I WANT? FIRST: their acknowledgement that they never showed up on that Wednesday night. SECOND: a refund on their faulty battery.
The complaint has been investigated and resolved to the customer's satisfaction.
Tire punctured multiple times during lunch, trouble ensued
On 8/22/22, our tire was punctured five times during lunch at a restaurant in an undisclosed location, leaving us unaware of the issue as we left the parking lot. The car became difficult to handle after a couple of blocks, forcing us to stop at a nearby business. We contacted AAA at 4:45 PM but provided the wrong address. With our phones nearly out of battery, communication was cut short. After a 45-minute wait and using the business's phone to correct the address, we were assured of ongoing assistance. Despite this, no help arrived by the promised time of 7:50 PM. After nearly four hours, including time spent in the dark, we resolved the situation ourselves with the help of a kind stranger at a pizza place. As an elderly individual with a disabled daughter, we hope AAA will honor their policy of reimbursement for self-sought assistance and not charge us for the unprovided tow service.
In 2017, I moved to ** and got AAA insurance because I had been a member of AAA in the past and assumed they were reputable
In 2017, I moved to *** and got AAA insurance because I had been a member of AAA in the past and assumed they were reputable. I requested full coverage, got a policy and was on my merry way. In November , I was in an accident classified as collision as I hit a pole while correcting to avoid another vehicle that stopped short on a wet road. Thankfully I was ok, but my car was not, so I submitted a claim. Next day, I received a call from a claims adjustor to inform me that my claim had been denied because I only had comprehensive coverage, which does not include collision. I was extremely distressed, and asked if there was anything AAA could do or at least provide me some guidance in terms of next steps. The adjustor told me no, and that if I had hit the car rather than the pole (endangering both my life and that of the other car) perhaps they could help me, which I found to be grossly inappropriate. In a subsequent call with another (more sympathetic, but still unhelpful agent) I again asked if there was anything AAA could do, only to be told no. In addition, I asked how much my rates would go up to add the necessary coverage. To my horror, they would more than double, in part due to the increased coverage, but also in part due to the loss, WHICH AAA DID NOT PAY FOR. The agent told me a manager would call me (they didnt). About two weeks later I got a new car and obtained insurance with a different company (including collision I learned my *** Again, I called AAA, this time to cancel. The representative asked why, I explained my situation, and she also said a manager would call (didnt happen) and that she hoped they could earn my business back someday. February 2022. After months of no notice I receive a final notice for about 27 dollars to be paid withing 10 days or Ill be sent to collections. Final would imply there had been some sort of prior notice(no) This morning I paid it and it also remined me to cancel my AAA auto-renewal and write this.
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I have had multiple issues with AAA
I have had multiple issues with AAA. And today topped it off. At 4:42 PM I called AAA for road side assistance as I pay for their membership and I'm a current member. The person on the phone said someone would be coming after long 21 minutes 59 seconds on the phone. We then waited and no one came. I then called AAA back at 5:19pm to find out from a differant AAA that service in ***, *** is not availible and that I would have to call for service myself. They didn't even give me an idea of whom I could call in this area. I'm a travel nurse and don't know the areas I travel well. So then I called Purdys Towing myself and had prompt service after doing things myself. AAA had said they would pay me back for whatever the *** was. I told them I would call them back so they could talk me through the online process. I called back at 6:22 after I had arrived home on my own dallar as well. So far AAA has done nothing but cause me extra time and frustrations. During this call I was transfered 2x and then on hold and call just cut out on their end. My phone had perfectly good service and was still connected to them after their line cut out. Then I called back again at 6:33pm and and got ahold of a AAA employee and she at first said she could only mail something to me to be reimbursed. Then changed her story after I told her, "What do I have to purchase a mailing PO Box to get reimbursed? I don't have an address here." She then said she would email me something so I can get reimbursed. AAA is a travel company.If your traveling out of state my home state of South Carolina. They are nothing more than a broken leg in shark infested water. No connection between AAA. If your in another state it seems you have to do all the foot work. Their automated phone service asked for my phone number and didn't even recognize me as a member. Their automated phone service asked for my member card # and still didn't recognize me as a member.I want my $170.40 reimbursed! and...
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28 AAA Carolinas Complaints
Roadside Assist.
Roadside assistance. I neede a boost. My vehicle isn't starting. I called about 1:50pm. and was prompted to use a link check in. I did everything that was required. finally about 10 mins later i receive a txt stating my request and then another txt about 15 mins later stating that a technician receiveved my request and should be there before 4:10.pm. Thats quite a wait. Well here I am still waiting with a dead vehicle. no further responses. i tried contacting AAA and offices are closed. I received no further messages and was left hanging.
Now what I have all transcripts of todays events and Im sure Social media, The local media, and the local new papers will love this little story of how AAA screws people.
Desired outcome: fold up your tents. promptly.
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Dear AAA: Member #: 620 111 [protected] 5 Member Name: Richie A Bavasso Date of Incident: October 17, 2023 As you know, I have been a member of AAA for 25+ years. In that time, I have been satisfied with the security AAA road side assistance brings. It has always been an efficient and compassionate experience. However, my experience today was horrific...
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On 10/12/23, I requested service from AAA Carolinas. My car was on the side of a street with a badly mangled right front tire and some parts dangling. at 12:59, I received a text asking me to pinpoint my location. At 1:58, I called [protected] *Somewhere in here (not sure of the exact sequence of the calls below) a man called me and said his truck wa...
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Did not receive assistance
On 7/26/23, I submitted a request for assistance at approximately 220p due to a flat tire. I requested assistance to put my spare tire on, not a tow. The app submitted my request and advised I could expect assistance to be in route around 3p. At approx. 250p, the app updated and assigned a person showing he was approx. 25-30 minutes away. At 3p my request...
Read full review of AAA CarolinasRoadside assistance and customer service
August 17, 2023 at 9:11 pm, my daughter reached out to AAA for roadside assistance. She had a flat tire and needed it changed. She was told by a representative that someone would be with her by 10:00pm that night. My daughter waited until 10:30, and contacted AAA regarding assistance. She was then told that she would have to wait until 11:00pm. TWO HOURS...
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I called at 10:38pm because I am locked out of my car. The estimated time of arrival is 2:30am. Why should I have to wait 3 hrs. for service?
I am sitting in the parking lot of Walmarts for n Chatham county NC.
It could be dangerous sitting here all along so late at night (early in the morning). I paid the AAA good money for service and there's no reason I should have to wait so long.
Towing
On the day of July 30, 2023 around 5pm I contacted AAA online for a tow. Within minutes I was notified through text that that they’re trying to find a tech in the area and that someone is on the way. AAA also the towing company NEVER CONTACTED ME BACK UNTIL 8:17am back to back.The towing company explains to me they could not find anyone (REALLY) but we can have someone there by noon on July 31, 2023. That should have been told to me yesterday not the day after.
To make matters worst AAA did even ask me was I in a safe location! (WOW) and I only had 3 miles of free tow. I’m done!
I cancelled my service with AAA and called my insurance co. Free towing and they came to me within 2 hrs. Thanks Nationwide!
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Roadside assistance/AAA towing
I placed a AAA roadside assistance tow request at 6:12 pm EST on Friday, July 28, 2023. I waited several hours for a tow on a very busy street with an infant child. AAA’s policy is that in order for the tow to happen the AAA member must be present with ID at the time of the towing. I called AAA twice about this request on the 28th and was told that my...
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If I could give a negative 0 I would. My son called on 7/26/2023 approx. 4:00 p.m. broken down in the road. They said they will get someone there waited 2 hours and finally got a message that someone can't be there until 9:05 p.m. Never another call back - we called at 9:30 p.m. it was stated that they could not get anyone out there the driver cancelled the...
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I needed service on 6/2/2023 i was out of state needed to be towed called AAA they sent a driver that refuse to tow my car saying i needed a tow hook and left me on the side of the road at 8pm at night and said no other AAA truck come get me. he left me on the side of the road I am a premier member.
i called a non AAA tow paid $368.00 to be towed and now I have to wait more than 3 weeks to be reimbursed!
I am going on ALL Social media outlets and tell everyone that I a premier member was left do not trust AAA.
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ticket # 30270
Desired outcome: AAA left me on the side of the road and i had to pay $368.00. out of pocket to a non AAA towing to get me and my car to safety
Tire rotation during annual safety inspection
For the past several years I have been getting my annual auto inspections at AAA facilities. I always asked for and am charged for an oil change and tire rotation. At the last inspection (May 17), on a hunch, I marked the front left tire just below the hubcap with an “X”. When I remembered to check for the “X” (today,) the tire was still in the same place. My tires clearly were not rotated. I can only wonder if this is the first time or if this is a routine practice. How can I really trust any work done at AAA centers given this deception with respect to the tire rotation?
Desired outcome: Do the service I am paying for!
Road side assistance
On April 21, 2023 at approximately 11 am, I made a call for road side assistance for a flat tire. I was 700 miles from home, and my 2019 Mitsubishi does not have a spare tire. I was located on a military base in Paris Island, SC. A technician arrived in a pick up truck to put air in the tire, but it would not hold air. I called AAA back to let them know we...
Read full review of AAA CarolinasI don't know why I am being charged extra money when I have AAA and I pay a monthly fee for it
I don't know why I am being charged extra money when I have AAA and I pay a monthly fee for it. I was not told on the phone how much money it would be On Sunday, February 7 I drove my car off the road kind of into a ditch and I called AAA to come get the car out. On the phone they told me everything will be fine and that they were sending someone out and then someone from the Gibsonville area texted me and wanted a picture so I sent a picture of the car. I was then called and told that I would have to pay for it and that the lady on the phone was so sorry even though she never told me how much I was going to have to pay. I said it was fine even though I was mad because I did not understand why I was paying if I have AAA, I have been under the impression that my monthly fee for AAA covers roadside assistance that I will need. I've been called back to complain and ask more questions because I was confused on why I was going to have to pay and then on the phone I was told it was going to be $250 and that they were told that I was told this information when I was not. I am frustrated because this is the second time I've had to pay for roadside assistance with AAA even though I'm a premium member and pay a monthly fee for the membership so I should not be having to pay anything out-of-pocket especially when it is a simple tow from a somewhat ditch to the street. I really was not given any other option because I was told that the toe was going to be free and I don't know how that works for any other towing companies so I had to pay over the phone $260 (10 dollars extra because I used a card). I would like for someone to reach out to me to explain to me how this makes sense because right now I want to cancel my AAA membership because every time I call them it's never free and I've never just truly getting roadside assistance.
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On July 1, 2022, I broke down and called AAA, waiting for a return call. They had someone call back, but they couldn't help us. I was in the car with two children and urgently needed to get home to take my medication. Consequently, I called a private company to tow my car. My grandson drove from his location to pick us up. When the tow truck arrived, it was after 5 pm. The driver was informed that he needed to tow the car to the city where my mechanic is located. I told the tow truck driver that he could bring it the next day, despite the 85-mile distance. It's possible that I initially sent the first form to the northeast branch of AAA. I received a reimbursement check, but I sent it back with another form. They claimed there was no record of the phone call. Since July, I have experienced ongoing issues. I've been put on hold for hours. The service has been disappointing, to say the least. We have been loyal members with a gold card. I have a case number for reference. Despite not using the service for years, they have consistently taken our money. I am considering sharing my negative experience on social media if this issue is not resolved satisfactorily. I am seeking reimbursement for the towing expenses. I have included records of calls and forms that I've completed.
I called the toll free number as listed on my membership card on Tuesday, November 15, 2022, requesting what I thought would be a tow. The folks at the service center were very nice, took all my information, and said that a tow truck driver would call me 30 minutes before he arrived at the address where my car was sitting. I asked that, in addition to a call, the driver text me at the same phone number to make sure I got the message, as I live about 20 minutes from where the car was located. I waited over two hours and never received a call. When I called the service center to find out the status, I was told that the tow driver had arrived where my car was located but could not tow the car since it had expired tags. THE DRIVER NEVER CONTACTED ME! Had the driver contacted me as promised, I could have met them at the residence where my car was located and possibly could have found the new tags for the car. The service center explained that it is their policy not to tow cars that have expired tags, which is NOT against the law in North Carolina. Thus, I called another roadside assistance service for them to come and tow the car. The second service arrived, simply jump-started the car, which the first service's driver could have done, told me to go to Advance Auto and have the battery checked, which I did, and I left Advance Auto with a new battery. The second roadside assistance charged me $70 for the service, and that is what I want to collect from the first service, because had the tow truck driver contacted me 30 minutes prior to arrival as promised, and had I been able to meet them at the site, they could have jump-started the car like the second service did, and I wouldn't be out $70.
So in May this year, I had an auto club come out to unlock my 2021 Corolla. They sent out a technician who approached me and said he was there to unlock my car. He proceeded to unlock the car with tools that scratched my car all up and bent my door back to the point of leaking. I repeatedly told him to stop and call it in, but he finished the job. Once done, he left without providing a receipt or even a business card. So, I called and filed a complaint and, after a lengthy process, they agreed to send a check for the damages they caused to the car. The amount was substantial. Now, they have supposedly sent two checks that have never reached me, and all I get is the runaround when trying to figure things out. I have all the emails that have been exchanged between us and the few people I have been dealing with. So please help me; I just want what is owed to me for the problems they caused and agreed to. P.S. I have emails confirming their agreement to the payments and everything that has been discussed, but it's too much to add here at the bottom.
We have been members for 7 years now
We have been members for 7 years now. In that time, we have called to use your towing service 5 times. None of those calls resulted in a wait time of less than 2 hours. Recently my transmission overheated on the interstate. We called for a tow truck and no one ever showed up so we had a friend tow us home. We then called a tow truck to come pick the car up from the house to bring to the dealership. IT TOOK 2 DAYS FOR THE *** TO BE PICKED UP! Most recently, and the worst experience thus far was Friday July 15th. I was driving home from a baseball game with 3 children. I was an hour away from home and my engine overheated. I called *** for a tow and was told it would be there within an hour. I received a text message with a service number. The truck never showed up. I called again and they couldn't find the service call even though I had a message confirming it. They then called a second truck telling me it would be expedited since I had children and it was getting dark. Never showed again! At this point it was 11pm! I called back and their response was "I'm sorry, but there were never any trucks available and it'll be another 2-3 hours before one can get to you!" So here I am on the side of the road in the dark with three children at 11pm and you want me to wait another 2-3 hours for a truck. Completely unacceptable! I asked the dispatcher, if I hadn't called in were they planning on letting me know that a truck was never going to show up and she said no they wouldn't have ever called me! During this time a police officer pulled over and gave me the non-emergency number so I could call my own truck. I asked the *** dispatcher if I could get my own truck would I be reimbursed and she said I could try to. So after waiting 5 hours on the side of the road in the dark with 3 children and being told there were no trucks available, I called a local company and within 15 minutes a truck was there!
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On October 19, 2022, my son called AAA for roadside assistance at 6:01 am, referencing a call he made under my membership. He was informed that help would arrive in approximately one hour. However, at around 6:30 am, he received a voicemail indicating that assistance would not arrive until 10 am. Concerned, I contacted AAA myself at about 6:45 am only to learn that a driver had yet to be assigned. They suggested I call back if there was no response within the next hour.
Due to the prolonged wait and worrying about our son being left alone on the roadside, my husband drove 45 miles, which took 50 minutes, and missed two hours of work to help our son. Even after my husband left the scene at 8:40 am, AAA had still not shown up. My son got another call around 8:30 am with a new estimated arrival time of 9 am. When I called AAA to inquire, they explained that at 6:29 am, their driver had reported being unable to take the call. It wasn't until 8:15 am that another driver was finally en route. I voiced my dissatisfaction with their service, and they offered a $75 discount on next year's membership fee.
My main issue is with the unacceptable 1.5-hour delay between one driver's inability to take the call and the assignment of another driver, especially when their customer is stranded on a busy highway. I am very dissatisfied with their service.
I been waiting on refund on my card. I have several rep on recorded line indicating the refund was processed on Oct 5,2022 I have yet to receive. Now another rep on Oct 18,2022 indicated a check was mail.
Driver of tow truck ran vehicle through trees while on the back of a tow truck which caused several severe scratches and scruffs throughout cars outside surfaces. Neither the tow truck company nor AAA Carolinas will pay for the damages, nor was I given a legitimate answer as to why they wouldn't repair what they were liable for. My insurance agency is also through the same brand (Universal Insurance Company), and they would like me to put this under my comprehensive insurance, which I do not agree with. Name of tow truck company: undisclosed service in a specific region. The roadside assistance claim number and my insurance claim number for our insurance company (AU32-[protected]-02) have been noted.
I have been a AAA member for many years, and have many of their insurance products
I have been a AAA member for many years, and have many of their insurance products.On October 19, we had a our one vehicle, the PT Cruiser, overheat, at Hwy. marker 322, on U.S. 74 west. We called AAA, and a driver was dispatched.We were not with the vehicle at the time of the tow, but this is not a claim regarding vandalism.I was towed to *** Automotive in Rockingham. The vehicle was picked up 3 days later, by my wife.She drove the vehicle locally for 2 weeks, but I did not notice anything odd, as a passenger, while with her, although it is mostly a 35 mph zone.We had to do some banking at SunTrust, and decided to go to *** on November 19th, at which time, I drove, and at highway speeds noticed the steering wheel wobbling hard.I also noticed some outer tire wear to the outside front tires, at the bank.On the return trip, we had a blowout in Monroe, and *** serviced the call, a ***, to install the temporary spare. The flat had the steel belt visible, all of that in less than 100 miles.We took it to *** in Rockingham, and were told that both tie rod ends were heavily damaged, and had to be replaced. This vehicle had no collision damage, and towing damage is the only explanation.The tires were all Hankook all-season radials, and had minimal wear prior.I do not mind the tires, as so much, as someone hooking the vehicle or securing it it a truck, on moving parts.The guy that runs Reliable, here in Rockingham, I have seen do so many ridiculous things.This summer, his wife driving their SUV for weeks with a headlight out. One of their tow trucks at the Chinese buffet parked in the fire lane, and starting to eat with chopsticks, while turning out onto Business 74.*** himself, in the company pickup. left turned in front of me west on Mill St., onto Church St., south, with a load of lumber hanging 4+ feet out of the back of the truck, with no red flag or securing of the load.
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Got a flat tire and had no spare, just a foam kit which would not work. Called AAA and asked for a tow. They told me I would get a call from the tow truck service informing me of their arrival time. When I hadn't heard from them, I called back and was given a time. After that time passed, I called again and was told to wait another hour. After the third hour, the state patrol stopped and informed me that I had to get my car towed immediately due to it being unsafe, which I had already communicated to the dispatcher. We had to sit on the ground on the other side of the guard rail. The patrol officer called and arranged a tow for us within 15-20 minutes. Meanwhile, I still had no tow from AAA. So I called and canceled the tow with AAA. It cost me $100 for the tow. I, along with the two people with me, are considering canceling our memberships, as is my daughter.
I have been a AAA member since my enrollment many years ago. I have 4 family members and we renew on June each year. I pay in full on time each year, I get the 4 cards, and life is good. This year I did not have cards included in the billing statement, but did not think too much about it as it was before the due date and thought they may have changed their card delivery process. I noticed in August that I still did not have new cards and 2 of my family members are college students and were going off to school and needed the cards, so I called about the cards being missing. I was told that they sent them out and they would send them out again. I have a PO Box in my town and I get my mail, including all the promotional mail AAA sends for life insurance etc. But no cards. AAA Customer Service said it was not their problem, and that it was MY problem. I contacted the postmaster and he said all he could suggest was for them to send the cards with a tracking number. I called again in September, and then again on October 3. By October 10, I was furious and called again and demanded a tracking number. They refused to do that. They refused to do anything about it and said there was nothing they could do. When I said I wanted a refund if I could not have the cards, they said they would cancel me but there was no refund. They told me their supervisor could not help me. I called a lot of their numbers and all they said was they could not help me. The last representative really said it all today: They have no obligation to take my call. What the heck AAA? I have been a member for 40 years! No cards? I am not happy. How hard is it really to send me the cards or to get a reliable tracking number. I want my cards. I will not be renewing with AAA.
Contacted AAA to have my recently purchased battery (May 23, 2022) tested/replaced. placed call on Monday, October 10, 2022 @ 1:30pm told Rescue Tow Truck would be at the house by 4pm (then auto message 6-8 different times of new estimate time of arrival) and finally at 8pm tow truck arrived. The driver said the battery was good according to his test (with my mechanic on the phone line listening and asking questions). This driver was not helpful trying to truly determine if the battery was faulty. 2 days later, October 12, 2022 went to Autozone had battery tested - failed battery/0%.So on Thursday, October 13, 2022 at 4:30am I recalled AAA to have a battery test in hopes that my battery would be replaced, told would put in information but call back at after 8am to make sure call service was dispatched. called at 8:30am told dispatched to Rescue Tow Truck again and service would be at 11:40am. continued to received AAA auto calls of different times and at 1pm called and was told the company declined the service. AAA never did any follow-up throughout this 4 day ordeal nor after talking with "suppose to be" management in ERS Product Specialist and Escalation Dept.How do you do a customer like that? No regard for the distress of a 84 year old man waiting to have his car service. AAA Carolina fail me in giving me peace of mind on the road and beyond. And they did not honor their statement of backed by a nationwide 3-year free replacement warranty. BACKGROUND: my mechanic had thoroughly checked out the vehicle & determined the battery was bad. Also attached is a screen shot of the test done by Autozone that states the battery failed at 0%. End up having to rent a vehicle because every time to use my car had to be jumped started.
On October 16, 2022, while I was a passenger in my son's car, the vehicle broke down on the interstate about 50 miles from our destination, necessitating a tow. The lady on the phone asked if I had my ID and the vehicle's registration card. I reiterated that I was merely a passenger but confirmed that I had my driver's license and insurance card. She insisted that I was required to have the vehicle's registration card, even as a passenger. She claimed that this had been a policy for several years, which I contested, arguing that no one carries their own vehicle registration when traveling in someone else's car, and I had never been informed of such a policy.
When the call ended, I phoned her back to request a tow and was told she would notify the towing service. After waiting an hour and a half on the busy interstate, I contacted an independent towing company to handle the car and arranged for an Uber to take us the remaining 50 miles to our hotel. This was after being informed that the cost to tow the vehicle would exceed the 100-mile coverage included in my plan. This experience marked the worst service I have ever received from this company. The representative was not only rude but also ill-informed. None of their advertisements mention the need to carry your own vehicle registration when you are a passenger in another person's car. I am determined to inform everyone that this company's service has declined and is not worth the fees they charge.
I was a paying member of AAA Carolinas
I was a paying member of AAA Carolinas. On December 20, I accidentally locked myself and my phone out of my car in a parking lot. Using the phone inside a store, I called AAA at approximately 5 pm. I explicitly told the agent that my phone was in the car and I could not receive calls. The agent told me that someone would be there in *** minutes.After 50 minutes had passed, I went back in the store and called again. This time, I was told that someone would be there in *** minutes.At 6:30, I went back in the store and called AAA for a third time. This time, I was told that the driver had already been to the parking lot and tried calling me, only to turn around and leave when no one answered the phone.At this point, I became extremely angry, as I had CLEARLY told them that I did not have access to my phone.When all was said and done, it was 7 pm before I was able to get help getting into my car. I had to wait outside with my dog in the cold (35 degrees F) for nearly two hours. This is NOT what I paid for.When I checked my phone, it showed FIVE missed calls from AAA or the driver. Again, I EXPLICITLY told the first agent that I did NOT have access to my phone. NO ONE should have tried calling me. That they did is a clear sign of negligence and/or incompetence on the part of the agent who took my call.I called AAA service that night to complain about what had happened and request a refund -- NOT a partial refund, but a refund for the ENTIRE year, the reason being that this poor quality service was NOT what I paid for and that AAA was clearly at fault.Instead of giving me a refund, they simply canceled my membership. A few days later, I received a partial refund for the remaining time left on my membership.I called Member Services on 1/3/22 to complain about this partial refund. I spoke to three different agents, with the last one promising me a callback from a supervisor within two days.Today is 1/13/22, and I still haven't heard back from them.
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I called tripe aaaon September 29 2022 they told me they was not gonna charge me to tow my car from pinewood to *** and to call back when I ready for service I called back and was told Im not a member I called back again they sent a ref number for active service they set up service twice that day today Im talking to member relations and they say I have to pay for membership and I told them I dont have to I have proof Im an active member I told them I was lied to about service being done two days in a row and I told them I was out in hurricane winds wasting time endangering myself and wasting gas money cuz I was told service would have been done when I called back on the 29th and they still trynna make me pay
I am a AAA member and on July 2nd I requested roadside assistance (locksmith) to unlock my vehicle. A contracted auto service was tasked to complete the job. After the service, I noticed scratches and dents on the driver's door and car frame from the tools used. The door now makes a sound when driving, as if it were open, due to a misalignment causing a gap between the door and frame. I filed a claim through AAA on July 5th, but the auto service did not acknowledge responsibility or offer a resolution until September 12th.
In the interim, between July and September, I contacted AAA and the auto service several times to inquire about the status of my claim and obtained two car repair estimates from shops I chose, as requested by AAA. Both estimates indicated damages exceeding $2,000, but I was informed by the AAA representative that I would need to settle the claim directly with the auto service. Their offer was to pay out $400, which is significantly lower than the estimates, or to have my car fixed at their preferred shop. They explained that the damage to my car was substantial, but they could get a discount at their partner shop, which was the reason behind the $400 payout or repair offer. They refused to repair the dents, only offering to paint and realign the door and frame.
Furthermore, they would not provide a rental car during the repairs. As a AAA customer, I expect mediation and support, as I pay for this membership. As a consumer, I have the right to have my car repaired at a facility of my choice or to receive fair compensation for the damages. The lack of support, frustration, and unprofessionalism I've experienced from the auto service in handling my claim has been disheartening. Should this claim not be resolved promptly, I am considering not renewing my AAA membership.
I called Triple A on August 8, 2022, for a tow, it was service request number omitted for privacy. After I placed the call, no tow truck drivers showed up, and after three hours, no one had even called to tell me they were on the way. I ended up calling a local towing company who showed up within 10 minutes of calling them. He charged me $125. A whole 24 hours went by after the incident and still no one from Triple A called me to follow up on my request. I filled out a form for reimbursement, and of course, no one ever contacted me about that either. I am seeking compensation as promised by Triple A in their user terms for customers who have to pay for third-party services when they have a Triple A plan. So far, I don't know what I'm paying for with Triple A; they seem completely useless, but they won't hesitate a second to charge your credit card when you renew your policy.
I had to have my car towed from my home to a mechanic back in June 2022. I called AAA, where I have been a member for 22 years, and a wrecker was dispatched. I was told that I had to pay the wrecker service and then request a reimbursement from AAA. I gave the wrecker service my credit card and a transaction appeared on my credit card statement for $203 on June 10, 2022. I called AAA when I saw the charge and asked for a reimbursement. I was told to fill out the online claim form, which I did. I received an email on 6/16/2022 stating that they had received my claim but I had to provide a "paid itemized receipt on company letterhead showing the service provided to you." After several phone calls I finally reached a AAA office in *** who was able to send me the receipt. It turns out, because my car is a Lexus, I was actually paying AAA when my car was towed and then I had to turn around and request a reimbursement from AAA. The person I finally reached who was able to provide me with the receipt agreed with me that this was ridiculous, but, whatever. I scanned the receipt and emailed it by "reply" to the previous email and heard nothing for weeks. I called again, getting routed to six different departments. I finally found one person who told me they were going to cut the checks tomorrow and mine would be in the mail. I still have not received my check. Between the person who told me the checks were being cut and today, I have contacted them 3 different times. Every time they say they show my claim being filed but can give me no additional information. Obviously, I would like to report poor performance on the part of AAA Carolinas and would like my reimbursement ASAP, before I have to resort to legal means.
On December 31st, My son requested AAA towing service in Durham North Carolina
On December 31st, My son requested AAA towing service in Durham North Carolina. We have been AAA members since 2020 and have never encountered an issue like this before.My son called AAA at approximately 11 AM. He was told that he could not use the towing service because it was being picked up from the same place it was dropped off by AAA towing service. I was unfamiliar with this policy so I called myself when I spoke to a gentleman he had said because it was dropped off at that location it couldn't be towed from that location I asked him if I moved the car would I be able to use the service and he said yes. I wanted to make sure that once the car was moved from its location to a new location that it would be toad and I was reassured that it would be OK.When my son called to try to get it towed from the new location the same information was regurgitated to him that because it was at the location initially it cannot be towed.When I called AAA They attempted to tell me the same information that they told my son. I informed them that I had spoke with another individual that said as long as we moved it from that location it could be told.After speaking with someone about the situation I started being asked questions about where the new location was and where it was improximity to the initial the initial location it was at.I explained to the woman that I was speaking with that the proximity was never brought up when I spoke with the gentleman how far it was from the initial location was not a concernThat was brought to my attention. The only thing that was brought up was the fact that it needed to be in a different location in that did occur and AAA continued to refuse service to my son.AAA also brought up that it was not considered an emergency but what I consider an emergency and what they consider an emergency may be 2 different things. I had to pay for a tow myself out of my own pocket which should not have been the case because I have towing service.
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I am putting in this request to file a damage complaint on my 2014 *** 328XI
I am putting in this request to file a damage complaint on my 2014 *** 328XI. On February 16th I put in a call requesting a battery replacement in my car from AAA. The technician came out to my home and proceeded to do the replacement, he finished the job and everything went on as normal. As time went-on, I noticed a banging sound coming from the back of my car, but had disregarded it as possible junk in my trunk. Well abruptly Monday evening on my home from work my car totally shut off in the middle of the road. Upon inspection the next day another AAA representative it was found that the wrong battery size battery was installed in my car as well as it not being properly mounted with a disconnected metal hing with no bolts indicating it wasnt mounted at any point. The stress that was caused from my battery shifting back and forth lead to my positive cable connected to the battery to snap. My car was disabled on the side of a busy intersection and I called several aaa representatives to get a tow and to no avail, I waited for over 4 hours to have to finally order tow from another company and pay 152 out of pocket. I have pictures- and receipts from the day of service, as well as, pictures showing that this was not the right size for my vehicle. The battery is still working, however, the cable connected to my car has snapped, and this is not the correct size for my vehicle. This whole thing has been very frustrating, as I have had to miss two days of work trying to get a solution to this. I still have not heard from my damage representative, and as time goes on this is becoming more and more expensive for me because of their error. I have never had a issue like this with them before but this experience has shifted dramatically my view of them as a reputable business. I also had to pay 42 dollars for another tow so I can begin the process of getting this repaired. My number is ***, please reach out with any questions as I hope to get this resolved soon.
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On November 14th, around 5:10 pm I contacted *** to let them know that I had a flat tire
On November 14th, around 5:10 pm I contacted *** to let them know that I had a flat tire. Online, the *** said 71 mins after I submitted the request so that would have been about 6:30 pm. I never heard anything from *** and I called and spoke with someone (named Familiar?) and she let me know that the *** person had to go to ***, *** to tow someone and wouldn't be able to get to me for another 2 hours. I told her I would have someone pick me up and be back at the location of the flat around that time to have the tire changed. The eta online was then changed to about 7:31 pm so we returned to the location around 7:20 pm. Nobody showed up or even contacted me so I had to call *** AGAIN around 7:45 pm. I spoke with *** (I think was his name) this time and he put me on hold for *** mins. When he got back on the phone, he apologized for the delay and I asked him what was going on. He let me know that the dispatcher for my area was NOT answering the phone so he couldn't get any details on the arrival of my technician to fix my flat. He then put me on hold again and I spoke with a dispatcher who let me know that the technician was now in Virginia dropping off a vehicle and would be to me in 30 mins. This was around 8:00 pm so we went back to the location of the flat tire to wait. It was 9:00 pm and we still had not heard from *** or had anyone show up for service. I returned home and called *** and they still could not tell me where the technician was. I cancelled the service because it has now been 4 hours and no one has done anything. I also recorded my conversation with the person on the phone. I asked her if I got someone to change the tire (besides ***) would *** reimburse me and she declined and said that *** could not do that (after she put me on hold twice and checked with her supervisor). She did cancel the service but this is ridiculous to pay an annual fee for a service that is NOT reliable and does not make efforts to communicate with it's customers.
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AAA membership purchased on August 02, 2022, for $94 was canceled without notice.
I purchased a AAA membership on August 02, 2022, for $94.00. On October 23, 2022, my wife's car broke down. When she called AAA, we learned my membership had been canceled without our knowledge. We were told a letter had been sent, but we received none. After contacting AAA for an explanation and assistance, they offered no solution other than suggesting my wife's friend, who has cancer, purchase a new membership. We decided to take alternative actions for her safety. Upon inquiring with AAA Carolinas about the cancellation, I was told a refund had been issued to my credit card, less a $10 non-refundable fee, which I had not been informed about previously.
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AAA Carolinas address6600 Aaa Dr, Charlotte, North Carolina, 28212-8259, United States
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