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Garmin Customer Service – remarkable experience

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jimmy b BPL Member
PostedApr 20, 2017 at 7:49 am

I called Garmin this morning to inquire on what it would cost me to repair my etrex 20. While using it the other day to track mileage on a day hike the back button failed and with it the thin rubber skin that weather proofs the switch. Bummer. I was expecting the repair cost to be above the actual value of the unit (purchased 2011) but after describing the failure to the rep he said with no hesitation that he would be glad to exchange my unit for a replacement even though it was well out of warranty. He then offered me free overnight shipping. I opted for their refundable deposit option that allows me to ship in my unit after I receive the replacement. Upon receipt the deposit is refunded. How’s that for excellence in customer service.

 

Tom M BPL Member
PostedApr 20, 2017 at 12:14 pm

Wow, that’s great news. A few years back Garmin bricked my etrex during a software update. Guy on the phone quoted a $75 fee to have it repaired/replaced. Sooo classy!  I pushed back and they replaced it for free.

Glad to hear they’ve raised the bar!

Ken Thompson BPL Member
PostedApr 20, 2017 at 1:47 pm

Sales of stand alone gps devices is down. Got to keep the customers you have happy.

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