I'm getting ripped off and don't know what to do

fsample0 · 2007-12-29T23:31:21+00:00

OK, here's what happened:I bought a 95 Ford Taurus with 88,000 miles for $1400 after taking itto a AAA approved private shop (they said the car had no probs at themoment but the car was old and could develop probs at any time).I drove it for a few weeks before the engine died while I was drivingon the highway. I took it to the shop and they replaced the module. Idrove a little on the street and th car was fine, but the next time Idrove on the highway the same thing happened. I took it back to theshop and they said they didn't know what was wrong. They tried anothermodule, different spark plugs but it didn't work. They said everythingon the car works but it still won't start. They said it might be thecomputer but they didnt' have a way to test it. They charged me $60forthe diagnostic even though they didn't diagnose the problem.I took it to an independent mechanic who fixes cars in his driveway.He said he'd call me in a day but never did. I called him severaltimes but he didn't answer. Finally I reached him and he said hethinks it's the sensor relay box. He wants me to give him $45 to buy aused box. If that fixes it, great. If not, I can't return the box andI still have to pay for his labor.A Ford dealer said the diagnostic would be $70 to $130. I asked themif they would charge me even if they didn't find the problem, and theysaid no, but I have a feeling they'll find a way to get money out ofme no matter what they say.OK, now here are my questions:1. According to the AAA website:"AAR facilities make a commitment to fix your vehicle properly and allrepairs are guaranteed by the facility for a minimum of 12 months or12,000 miles*"I think it's safe to say that the first shop didn't do this. I calledthe AAA repair issues line, but there was no answer. I know that AAAdoesnt' really have any power over the shops it approves, but I wonderif they could do something about it, like at least help me get arefund for the diagnostic (if not the module too).2. Should I give the...

Dec 29, 2007 22 Replies

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aarcuda69062 18 years ago

No and yes.

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Marsh Monster 18 years ago

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Mr. Byron Smith III 18 years ago

You need to find a competent mechanic who can read a service manual and has diagnostic tools. If a shop want to guess on what the problem is, then go somewhere else.

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