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CarShield

4.3

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CarShield is the largest vehicle service contract company in the nation. We have a national TV and radio campaign. CarShield is endorsed By Ice-T, Glenn Beck, Mark Levin, Vivica A. Fox and many more celebrities. Our goal is to drive traffic to our affiliate website https://carshieldprotection.com/. We are open 7 days a week and our business hours are 7:00am CST to 9:00pm CST.


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CarShield Reviews Summary

CarShield generally enjoys a positive reputation among customers, praised for its reliable coverage and the significant savings it provides on repair costs. Many users highlight the courteous and helpful nature of customer service representatives, noting smooth claims processes and effective communication. However, concerns persist regarding service delays, particularly in claims processing and the complexity of filing claims. Some customers express frustration with inconsistencies in coverage and support from repair shops. Overall, while CarShield is recognized for its value and customer service, improvements in claim efficiency and clarity of coverage would enhance customer satisfaction.

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Nebraska
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Worst experience ever!
April 1, 2024

They dragged their feet through the process and left me paying the entire car rental bill for a week since they took so long to approve COVERED work. You CAN'T speak to the same adjuster twice, they enter info into their system incorrectly, they flat out LIED to me when they told me that they still hadn't received anything at all from the shop until four days after requesting it repeatedly, when I was told the day after my car went into the shop that they did indeed receive what they needed from the repair shop. My service advisor from the repair shop was in constant communication with them yet they claimed they waited days to hear back from him. Even after they FINALLY paid for the covered part a week after my car sat in the shop NOT being worked on while American Auto Shield dragged their feet, I was still receiving texts from American Auto Shield for days later stating that they have submitted multiple requests for information from the repair shop and they are still waiting to hear back from them, even though by then they had already paid the repair shop and I already had my car back! That is just further proof of the disorganization of their staff and their system! My car was in the shop for over a week waiting for them to approve the work for a repair that was then done in less than a day, and because of their chaotic way of doing business I was stuck with a car rental bill for the entire week. I DO NOT recommend Car Shield to anyone. In fact, my son was going to call about getting coverage but after my ordeal he changed his mind and is looking elsewhere.

Date of experience: March 22, 2024
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Very easy to use
March 31, 2024

The mechanic shop I used analyzed the problem with my car and sent the information to Car Shield an was approved the next day. My car was repaired and I am extremely satisfied with Car Shield.

Date of experience: March 21, 2024
Georgia
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Dissatisfied
March 30, 2024

"It's not what the commercial says it is " they don't cover half of the cost they say do and roadside assistance is a Joke 😫🤬

Date of experience: March 20, 2024
Texas
5 reviews
1 helpful vote
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Customer Service Rocks
March 27, 2024

The Customer Service Team with CarShield is knowledgeable, friendly and business like. My issue was handle in mere moments in a professional manner, all while the agent stayed friendly and very helpful. I couldn't ask for a better customer service experience.

Date of experience: March 17, 2024
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Helpful
March 27, 2024

My experience was educational. Work was done in timely manner. Thankful for assistance I received in choosing a shop to go.Quite helpful.

Date of experience: March 17, 2024
Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great
March 25, 2024

I have been with Carshield for many years and have always had an excellent experience everytime.

Date of experience: March 15, 2024
Iowa
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The service garage was very good to work with! I'm new to car shield, only a couple of months, so I'm sure it'll be better next time!

Date of experience: March 15, 2024
North Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent
March 24, 2024

It's not if your car breaks down it's when and you're better off with coverage 10 Stars

Date of experience: March 14, 2024
Nevada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Cancelled Contract dispute
March 23, 2024

Contact Car shield. Representatives review previous contact calls. Put on hold for supervisor review. Same answer--still working it. Will call back. Never do.

Date of experience: March 13, 2024
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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It was acid and received very prompting courageously by your representative I could ask for no more better than that

Date of experience: March 13, 2024
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Give choices.
March 21, 2024

My first-service used was perform at a new place very close to my house and result was satisfactory completed but over price. I have done same service in the past and price was 180 dls less. Also, at this new place I received A DOCUMENT OF NEEDED REPAIRS for over 3500.00 dls. Worth. I did not use the service offered. Just check with my normal trusted mechanic who also accepts Car Shield but is far from my residence and to my surprise none of the three service were needed on my car. No brakes, no shock absorbers and can't remember the third service. Will never go to that place again!

Date of experience: March 11, 2024
Alabama
1 review
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Customer service.
March 21, 2024

Very helpful with the support from the customer service assistant.

Date of experience: March 11, 2024
Arizona
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Car Shield worked with a reputable car repair facility, and indeed they recommended it when I was at a loss as to where to take my car. I had trust "to the max" in the way Car Shield and the auto repair facility handled everything. I would recommend Car Shield to other senior citizens.

Date of experience: March 11, 2024
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The customer service representative was very polite and informative regarding my coverage

Date of experience: March 11, 2024
Florida
1 review
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A/C Blues
March 21, 2024

Car shield Paid to replace my A/C condenser plus a leak in the liquid line. What a relief!

Date of experience: March 11, 2024
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Customer service.
March 21, 2024

Thank you. Very nice on phone. Accurate help to change.

Date of experience: March 11, 2024
Maryland
1 review
0 helpful votes
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My experience with car shield has been GREAT, they have helped me keep my car on the road.it is definitely worth having, I have recommended to family and friends to get it. They have saved me a couple of times when I needed my car fixed and didn't have the money to come out my pocket with. It is one of the best investments I've invested in.

Date of experience: March 11, 2024
Nevada
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Someone Always There For You
March 11, 2024

I called to check on my account and they explain everything to me again.

Date of experience: March 10, 2024
Montana
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Always easy
March 10, 2024
Updated review

Spoke to the agent and and got approval in seconds. Absolutely worth the fee for the peace of mind and coverage.

Date of experience: March 10, 2024

Lots of help
December 2, 2023
Previous review

Great job, all? Answered!

Date of experience: December 2, 2023
Wisconsin
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Awesomeness
March 10, 2024

Agent took care of my questions and needs...
Thumbs up on customer service...

Date of experience: March 10, 2024