Pep Boys Reviews 274

TrustScore 1.5 out of 5

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Review summary

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Considering 64 reviews, most reviewers were let down by their experience overall. Many customers expressed dissatisfaction with the service, citing issues like long wait times despite appointments and a lack of priority given to scheduled services. People also reported poor communication, with some instances of staff hanging up on them or failing to provide updates. Reviewers frequently encountered problems with the products and repairs, including incorrect diagnoses, shoddy workmanship, and items not working as expected after service. The customer service was a major point of contention, with many describing it as disrespectful, unhelpful, and unprofessional. Some customers also reported being charged for work they did not approve or for repairs that did not fix the original problem, leading to further expenses and safety concerns. There were also instances where customers felt they were misled about necessary repairs. However, some people were satisfied with their experience, particularly highlighting specific staff members who provided excellent customer service, kindness, and knowledge. These positive interactions often involved clear explanations, solution-oriented mindsets, and a genuine concern for the customer's safety and needs. A few customers also appreciated the honesty of certain staff members who advised against unnecessary repairs.

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Don't bother making an appointment for service. They don't bother to give it any priority over walk ins and it may take all day to get your car back depending on volume. Oil change and state insp... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

1 star - Pep Boys Lake View Ave, Dracut, MA UNACCEPTABLE experience. Promised car would be ready by 1 PM, still waiting 4 hours later. Called to check status, they HUNG UP ON ME. Made me late for w... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

made appointment for 10 AM 2 days earlier for simple free tire rotation (which they promised when i purchased the tires). was told wait would be 1.5 hours. 2 hours later they hadn't even started. w... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Had a rear brake replacement scheduled, mechanic (Paul) tried to tell me that my front bushings were bad and needed to be replaced. This only one-week after I had the car thoroughly inspected by my S... See more

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Company details

  1. Car accessories shop
  2. Auto parts shop

Information provided by various external sources

The Pep Boys: Manny, Moe & Jack is an American automotive aftermarket retail and service chain.


Contact info

  • W Allegheny Ave 3111, 19132, Philadelphia, United States

  • pepboys.com

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TrustScore 1.5 out of 5

274 reviews

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Thieves tried to Bait/Switch prices on…

Thieves tried to Bait/Switch prices on me! 4th Ave Brooklyn. They lied on the phone that they would honer ad price. I brought 4 that they said were"unavailable" suddenly. The guy had me written up for tires at twice the price before I realized and walked out.

16 September 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DO NOT GO

I had brake repairs done on my truck at PepBoys on June 21st. Just two months later, on August 26th, I nearly got into a serious accident because the brake caliper they installed fell off, locking up my front tire. This caused significant damage to my wheel and tire, and I had to pay $80 for a tow truck.

The technician emphasized that I needed a new tire due to the damage, but when we got to the front desk, the employee, Jimmy, refused to order a new one. After a long private conversation between Jimmy and the technician, the technician returned and asked me if I had any enemies who might want to harm me—implying that someone else could have tampered with my vehicle. This felt like they were trying to shift the blame rather than taking responsibility for their faulty repair or parts.

It has been three weeks, and I’m still waiting to hear back from management about this serious issue. I’m extremely disappointed with the lack of accountability and concern for my safety. I expected much better service and response from a professional shop.

25 August 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was running errands when I lost my…

I was running errands when I lost my brakes. I pulled into the Nile’s Ohio store without knowing if they could fix it for me. I explained my situation and they got me in and fixed it within 90 minutes. The gentlemen working that day were so considerate and kind. I would definitely recommend pep boys!!! Thank you

6 September 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

No overnight lockbox at Montano store…

No overnight lockbox at Montano store in Albuquerque...caused me to wait
there since 6am until guy showed up at 8:17am late to tell me it was taken down. No note telling customers anything. Also, at 9:15am the webpage still says closed...open at 8am ??????
Not happy about missing work due to no info on your door...plus no one there at 8am.

7 September 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

On August 31-Complaint Lake Worth, Fl

On August 31, 2024, my husband and I called Pepboys in Lake Worth, Fl and spoke with Pat, who we have been working with in the past. We told him that the problem we had brought our car for twice already is doing the same thing. He told us to bring it and he would have someone take a look at. My husband and son, took the car and was called back a hour later. The Jamaican mechanic, that was on duty found a different problem. However, the problem was not related to the issue that we were trying to resolve at the time. The Jamaican mechanic became so, irate and disrespectful even, Pat had to walk away. He would not let us get a word in and he became very combatted. He even, told our son, you not paying for it, so I am not talking to you. He was very nasty man, that just wanted to be right and will not be quite. He was talking all over management, he had know respect for his bosses. Since we had been back and forth about the same issue and paying each time for something different. We felt like it was a switch and bait and they were not operating with integrity. They did not do a pressure test, this is why they could not pin point the area that needed fix and they was just making suggestions and hoping it would get fix, but did not. I don’t understand if they are mechanics and they have the tools to do the job, why is it they want to rip off loyal customers and be disrespectful about. I don’t understand how a person can be employed by your company and is allowed to continue with the bad behavior. His bosses has to walk away from their own employees that mean they do not have any control over the workers.

31 August 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Beware

Beware! Pep Boys is terrible.
If I could give them 0 stars, I would.
Customer service is horrendous.
Took my car in 4 times to get the AC fixed.
They just kept saying it was a different problem and charged me thousands over the course of a few months.
Guess what, AC is still not working and they want to charge me another $800.
Avoid this repair shop at all costs!

8 May 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The service area had one associate

The service area had one associate. He was on the phone wirh a customer as 4 people waited. One customer left. The associate was on phone for 20 minutes, not once did he look for someone else to help him nor did he acknowledge the customers waiting. The next customer in line took at least 25 minutes. I was there almost an hour before getting my vehicle. Also, the waiting room area is not accommodating to parents with kids. It is not easy to wrangle kids in that type of waiting area at service desk. In my case I have a special needs son who needed to be with me but no place for him to sit in the service area. Not a good experience for me at all.

5 August 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Pepboys on schillinger

Pepboys on schillinger, Mobile Al , was late opening , then he said, he couldn't do a tire rotation, because ge doesn't do them , his people will be there at 830 am , so why do talk open early , if your people doesn't get there till 830 am , and he wouldn't let me make a appointment the other day for Saturday , and he wouldn't let me make one for today either .He didn't have name tag , but he needs to be demoted.

27 July 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great food

Hi, I just found Burrito Boyz in st catharines. Amazing Food ,Amazing service Amazing prices. I highly recommend going to Burrito Boyz for excellent food ,healthy food . Thanks

11 July 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

PepBoys put my family's life in jeopardy, Corporate ignoring me.

Here’s the long story summarized: Bought 75k Cooper tires from pep boys, they damaged my wheels, they refused to fix/pay. At 30k miles, brought my vehicle in to get tires rebalance since I was getting vibration, and an oil change. Shop does oil change, puts 7.5qts of oil into my 5.9qt vehicle causing engine issues. Pay to get those fixed at another shop. $250, then get on the road and my vehicle starts shaking uncontrollably. Took to another PepBoys 3 cities over as I broke down. That store manager informs me that my tires are all defective, severely separated and could’ve put my entire family’s life in danger on the highway. Also informs me that this damage would’ve been clearly visible and illegal to put these wheel back on my vehicle 120miles earlier at the first pep boys shop. Had to buy new tires… Called corporate and got the “we will have someone call you”, kept calling them back every 3 days and now 11 days later I have yet to have ANY response or solution from them.

Most inept shop I have ever used, and so far the worst customer service I have ever experienced.

25 June 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The worst service ever

The worst service ever. These workers think customers are so dumb. You schedule an appointment and they do not honor that. They will make you wait hours and when you ask how long it will take they gaslight you saying that there’s other cars in front of you. They say the best time to come is when the store open. Lies!!!! You will still have to wait forever. These workers are super slow. Replacing a battery should not take 4 freaking hours. What is the whole point of an appointment!!!

5 July 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quick and easy

Zac was very helpful and quick with getting my inspection done, that I needed done to be approved for a ride share job. I also would like to add that all the guys were very kind to my mother and I.

27 June 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I strongly advise against using Pep Boys

I strongly advise against using this service. I had an 8:30 am appointment for a brake pad change, but upon arrival, I was informed the mechanic wouldn't be in until 9 am, and my car would be ready by 10 am. At 10:08 am, I received a complimentary inspection report via text. When I asked about the status of my car, I was told the estimate would take another 30 minutes. Frustrated, I decided to leave. To my dismay, I found my car had been moved by the shop, parked in an illegal spot, and it had received a parking ticket. Initially, I was assured the shop had a contract with the city to handle such tickets. However, 30 minutes later, I received a call stating the regional manager would send me a check instead. What happened to the supposed contract with the city?

29 June 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Pep boys is a scam!

Pep boys is a scam!! We had rear breaks replaced by them. They totally messed up the job and caused additional damage. Used very cheap parts as replacement and claimes to use parts from „dealership“! We had to take the car back twice to them because the parking break was stuck after their break job… another shop had to fix it eventually because they were not capable of doing it! also personal was very rude and tried to intemidate me (smaller female…). Please don‘t go to pep boys.. it‘s a scam.

25 June 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I was suppose to get an oil change and…

I was suppose to get an oil change and my tires switched around only to find out the next they didn’t even put enough oil that was suppose to go in my jeep. They never switched my tires. t waited for 2hrs and they charged me $95.03 for nothing. I advise know one to go to them!!!!! I must say I called the corporate office and was refunded

16 June 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ripoff!!!!!!

WELL, I brought my car in April for almost a thousand and May for a 3290.00 for an oil leak problem little over a month!!!!!! And now June for almost 400.00. Are you kidding me????
Still leaking oil, almost 5,000.00 and cannot repair. Losers, waste of my time and money! I am under warranty 90 days. However, watch out for the rip-off hidden warranty they charge without your knowledge. Actually, they are supposed to refund the almost 400.00 hidden warranty. Not seen yet!!! MY OIL pan and gasket is under under warranty for 90 days and They will repair or I WILL SUE! Tired of all the money and No repair with wasting my work time! Oh! Almost forgot! The June experience I had - Charged me 161.00 for a 49.95 part! You do the math! I complained, but they said that is what all Pepboys charge across the US. What a joke? SO, obviously we the people have to pay inflated rate for other cities in this country!

20 May 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My Experience

The Mgr., I believe his name is Francis, he was professional, showed concern for my mechanical issues. He was in direct contact with the mechanics working on my vehicle. Francis put me back in (good spirits), after the HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE I had at your Paterson, NJ location. You need more employees like Francis...

13 June 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Recently went to pep boys for 4 tires

Recently went to pep boys for 4 tires. They dismantled my brakes and calipers with out asking me. When they re installed them. I had a very loud squell when I backed up.id have appreciated it if they just changed my tires. I can handle the brakes on my own.their sad attempt to drum up business in a failing company is not the consumers fault.

14 June 2024
Unprompted review

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