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CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Woman says Kia dealership used her car parts to fix another customer’s vehicle
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· August 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway A service manager's response was captured on film, revealing that parts from her vehicle had been used for another customer's repair.
A customer's complaint against a car dealership has surfaced. The incident occurred in Louisiana, involving a woman who took her SUV in for repair. After a lengthy wait, she visited the dealership and discovered unexpected work being done on her vehicle.
The woman started recording and inquired about the state of her engine. A service manager's response was captured on film, revealing that parts from her vehicle had been used for another customer's repair. This was done without the woman's knowledge or consent.
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Category: local ·
Published: August 6, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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