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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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North Carolina
1 review
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Great!
November 10, 2023

Great service! Easy to talk too. They answered all my questions.

Date of experience: November 10, 2023
Carshield R. CarShield Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your time and review. If you have any questions give us a call!

New York
1 review
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Repair
November 17, 2023

Took over 2 weeks for before we heard anything about a claim that my mechanic summited and still waiting for an answer for the claim taking way to long

Date of experience: November 10, 2023
Carshield R. CarShield Rep
over a year old

We do apologize you feel this way. We at CarShield have little to no control over the claims, shop process, or the administrators' decision. We are, however, always willing to explain the coverage details or help you with any of your Customer Service needs.

Pennsylvania
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Roadside Assistance
November 10, 2023

I called the Roadside Assistance number and started a claim without any problem. Additionally, after the service, Car Shield closed out my claim without any problem.

Date of experience: November 9, 2023
Carshield R. CarShield Rep
over a year old

We appreciate your support. If you have any questions don't hesitate to give us a call!

Arizona
2 reviews
3 helpful votes
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Claim Denied
November 17, 2023

I was told by several friends NOT to purchase a contract with Car Shield because they would look for any minute detail to use as a reason to deny a claim if I ever needed to make one. I told my friends that I believed Car Shield to be a reputable and fair company based on their advertising. As it turns out, I did have to file a claim for my transmission to be either repaired or replaced. Car Shield denied my claim stating the reason for denial was a pre-existing condition according to the vehicle codes at mileage of 16,833. This is physically impossible as the transmission currently in my 2019 Chevrolet traverse was not in my vehicle at that mileage. The transmission had been replaced by the Chevrolet Dealership in 2021 at approximately 70,000 miles under warranty. I have given notice of my desire to go to Arbitration in the State of Arizona where I live. Car Shield has paid for towing to the repair shop ($125.00), paid for labor to dismantle and diagnose the cause of the problem (approx. $2,000), and will now have to pay for legal representation to appear in Arizona ($undetermined$), and after I present proof of no pre-existing condition will most likely have to replace the transmission anyway. They would have saved a large amount of money if they had just performed as my contract with them stated and repaired the transmission…and they would have produced and maintained a very satisfied customer who would have been a very vocal voice in the community in their favor. They have made a very bad business decision on this one.

Date of experience: November 9, 2023
Carshield R. CarShield Rep
over a year old

We do apologize you feel this way. We at CarShield have little to no control over the claims, shop process, or the administrators' decision. We are, however, always willing to explain the coverage details or help you with any of your Customer Service needs.

District of Columbia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Authorization and repair took too long
November 10, 2023

The authorization process for my transmission replacement was too long, then they would not use the dealer replacement transmission, had to wait until carshield ordered from their source, so I was basically without my vehicle for 10 days, I don't know if the replacement transmission is new, used, refurbished or salvage, do I have a warranty on it

Date of experience: November 9, 2023
Carshield R. CarShield Rep
over a year old

We are always happy to explain your coverage details and assist in any customer service needs, however. We, at CarShield, have little to no control over the decision of your claims. That is up to the administrator of the account.

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Every thing
November 10, 2023

My card had expired but it fixed now it was good I don't have that much to say

Date of experience: November 9, 2023
Carshield R. CarShield Rep
over a year old

We appreciate your support. If you have any questions don't hesitate to give us a call!

Arizona
1 review
0 helpful votes
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The Sales representative was very nice
November 10, 2023

I was very pleased on the price and he described everything that I was going to get with my Extended Warranty

Date of experience: November 9, 2023
Carshield R. CarShield Rep
over a year old

Thank you for the kind words. We are pleased to hear you found our service helpful! If you have any other questions, don't hesitate to contact us.

Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Wonderful customer service
November 10, 2023

Only paid $100 for $600 of repairs on my cars. I'm just so thankful for Carshield

Date of experience: November 9, 2023
Carshield R. CarShield Rep
over a year old

We appreciate your support and review. If you have any questions about your policy don't hesitate to give us a call!

Kansas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I haven't had covered trouble with my car, but I had trouble with the debit card I was using. They were cool with notifications and we straightened it out.

Date of experience: November 9, 2023
Carshield R. CarShield Rep
over a year old

We appreciate your support. If you have any questions don't hesitate to give us a call!

Ohio
1 review
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Fast efficient service.
November 10, 2023

Car shield responded promptly to my dealership service dept. and approved the required repair.

Date of experience: November 9, 2023
Carshield R. CarShield Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your time and review. If you have any questions give us a call!

Washington
1 review
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Satisfaction
November 9, 2023

Cancelling because we don't need the service in our present situation. I went by the agreement in how to cancel. There was a time gap with my letter going from the Administrator to the office that handles refunds. After much back and forth, I had success.

Date of experience: November 9, 2023
Carshield R. CarShield Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your time and review. If you have any questions give us a call!

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Like it a full.sevice of Carshield
November 9, 2023

Excellent services to the Public nice all staff organized very thankful for responsibility to all custumer.!I

Date of experience: November 9, 2023
Carshield R. CarShield Rep
over a year old

Thank you for your review and we are always here to help. Please give us a call if you need anything else!

Florida
1 review
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Prompt reply
November 9, 2023

Quick turn around time from when repair shop notified car shield of the necessary repair to the time the job was completed

Date of experience: November 9, 2023
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Over all experience
November 9, 2023

All my questions were answered in a simple way that I could understand

Date of experience: November 9, 2023
Florida
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Update credit card info.
November 9, 2023

Handle in less than 5 minutes representative handle my account to my satisfaction with no problem.

Date of experience: November 9, 2023
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great service very understanding
November 9, 2023

Car shield was unable to charge my card for monthly payment because of recent fraud. Car shield kept my coverage intact until I received my new card. Thanks

Date of experience: November 9, 2023
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent service
November 9, 2023

Very good excellent service on the phone answered all my questions and concerns

Date of experience: November 9, 2023
North Carolina
1 review
2 helpful votes
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Do not cover anything
November 16, 2023

My vehicle broke down, and for some reason the part that caused a problem was not covered allegedly. Parts that were covered under the contract were denied, because the unknown parts! Then I was hung up on because I didn't understand why. My ceiling fan breaks down catches my house on fire it's covered! That's what they call insurance. I have no longer have car shields. And I put it on Facebook that you are a rip off.

Date of experience: November 9, 2023
South Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Is getting better
November 9, 2023

Not please with renter.one day renter is not enough time to put in a transmission.

Date of experience: November 9, 2023
Maryland
1 review
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Ms. Inquisitive
November 9, 2023

I spoke to 2 agents. Both were very professional and knowledgeable. They answered all my questions.

Date of experience: November 9, 2023