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  • Protect My Car has 1.6 star rating based on 69 customer reviews. Consumers are mostly dissatisfied.

  • 16% of users would likely recommend Protect My Car to a friend or colleague.

  • Rating Distribution
  • Pros: Cover mechanical work, Absolutely zero, All cons.
    Cons: Everything they offer, Will not answer the phone, All.

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"Fraudulent charges"

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They charge me twice a month when I'm only supposed to be charged once and when you call it just hangs up and doesn't connect you to anyone to talk to about it...

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Anonymous
map-marker Chicago, Illinois

They didn't take out my payment on the 28th.

They didn't bother telling me my policy was expiring. So instead of calling, texting or emailing me to let me know.

They just let it expire. That's *** I wasted all that money for so long and they didn't seem to care or want my money anymore.

Will not recommend to anyone. Thank you for nothing.

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User's recommendation: Go to some other company

Anonymous
map-marker Glen Burnie, Maryland

Fraudulent charges

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They charge me twice a month when I'm only supposed to be charged once and when you call it just hangs up and doesn't connect you to anyone to talk to about it causing me to have to close my checking account

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Doreatha B
map-marker Saint Petersburg, Florida

Somebody kept my payment and return my March payment, but kept my April and may payment. I went to somebody else because your computer kick me out of your system,I been with you'll for4yrs,

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Where is my May payment? You'll kick me out of the system and the last payment you said was in February, but you sent my March payment back, and you kept my April and May.

Can I get both of those payments back as I am no longer with you? Thanks for your system.

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Loss:
$119

Preferred solution: Full refund

User's recommendation: Check your employees, somebody took my payments and cash them and put the money in there pocket for there self.

Kevin J Uxy

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| map-marker Red Bank, New Jersey

Roadside assistance!

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What happened to him? Where did they go I come in and publish it.

Don't take my money this month, your money! Th That's all I got to say about the situation. No more. You want some more just to meet Babylon?

That blah blah?

Do I need to say it again? OK, call me if you still there and protect my car?Watch

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Loss:
$90
Pros:
  • Where da go
Cons:
  • What happened

Preferred solution: All lot of, Where did they go?

User's recommendation: Just watch with your purchase on anything, not just this company.

Anonymous
map-marker Palm Harbor, Florida

Company closed

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They are no longer in business. The company closed and are not paying claims. They are only taking the monthly payments to pay back Jeb Bush.

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User's recommendation: Go to another company. Except Carshield they are terrible.

1 comment
Guest

I didn't even know that protect my car went out of business. I also, been with them for about 4 years, too.

They also, denied my claim for my part that was part of my cooled system.

So, I had to $226.35 out of pocket. I agree, customer service is horrible.

Carmelle Joa

I need to talk to someone

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Called the number and it hung up on me every time I tried to call it not sure what is going on with this com

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Preferred solution: To find out if there still in business

Willie L Gmd

Claim

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My transmission went out on Christmas mornit has been at the shop since then. They keep net picking.

I have sent documents and sent documents and that nothing is never good enough for them will Never do business with them again claims It's rude, I have talked to several different people. Nothing can get resold and they will not hold up to their standards. They're part of the deal. I have made payments 2 years straight and never had a claim And now that I need them.

I'm treated like a piece of dirt.

I will Be calling the Florida Attorney General. And maybe some local news stations down there and lawyer

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Loss:
$7000
Cons:
  • All

Preferred solution: Full refund

User's recommendation: Do not deal with.

Robert G Zac

Car won't start and I can't get through for service

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My car won't start and at can not reach anybody for service I am stuck at10959w. Colonial Dr, in ocoee FL in front of care spot

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Preferred solution: Roadside service

Galan W

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| map-marker Largo, Florida

Refused claim

Hello and Good afternoon,

To whom it may concern:

Claim Number 697208

I have a 2009 Dodge Charger needing an engine, and your appraiser has come out and looked at the vehicle. But a gentleman from your agency stated that my claim would not be approved because the mechanic used a high mileage oil during my oil changes instead of the owners manual recommended oil for new cars.

My car has over 142.000 miles which calls for thicker oil. He should be more concerned that I had regular oil changes as needed instead of what grade of oil my mechanic used during the oil changes. And once more, he acted as if I told the mechanic what oil to use; I took my car in for an oil change, nothing more. My vehicle has been at this garage for over one year, and I paid my payments as agreed and expect the same from Protect My Car.

Below you will see research on the oil used in my car. And the engine did not break down because of the oil used. It ran great and started acting up due to a part malfunction. 5W-30 oil has been the lead viscosity recommendation by automakers over the past four decades for use in many vehicle types - passenger cars, SUVs, light vans, and trucks including those with high-performance turbocharged and supercharged engines.

5W30 Motor Oil - QuartThe most popular oil for modern road cars and light trucks, as specified for most late-model BMW, General Motors, and Nissan vehicles.Suitable for VW/Audi 502.00/503.01/505.01-99, BMW LL-01, and Ford WSS-M2C946-A.Thicker oil film at operating temperature than a petroleum 10W40.

Here is my written response to a decision by Mr.

Gio that expresses my desire for a different outcome, in addition to stating below why I am questioning his decision and denial of my claim. This is my opportunity to share why I believe it was incorrect and suggest a remedy and approval be given to Guy Auto (Mechanic), so my vehicle can receive the engine it needs.

Q. Does it matter if you use 5W-20 or 5W-30?

A. Youll get better protection with 5W 30 oil in cold and hotter climates.

5W-20 oil is best for those in colder climates with low temperatures. It can be used for light-duty applications and engines that do not reach extreme temperatures.

Q. Whats the difference between 5w 20 and 5W-30?

A. To keep it simple, consider oil viscosity as the thickness.

Oils with a higher viscosity resist motion, while those with a lower viscosity are runnier. Between 5w20 and 5w30 oil, the higher the number, the thicker the oil. 5w30 oil is more viscous and dense compared to 5w20 oil. March 16, 2022

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Is 5W-30 suitable for old cars?

A. Motor oils are graded based on their viscosity. 5w 20 and 5w 30 engine oils are commonly used in colder temperatures. However, they are recommended for older engines and light-duty use.

This is because an oil with a higher rating indicates that it is thicker and suits well those engines which run hot efficiently.

Q. Should I put thicker oil in my car in summer?

A. Generally, youll get the best protection in the summer when you use a slightly thicker grade of oil, such as a 10W30 instead of a 5W30. Engines need a more viscous oil in the summer months because of the summer heat and its effects on thinning the oil out.

June 23, 2011

Q. What is 5W-30 oil suitable for?

A. 5w30 oil is particularly well suited for cars driven in cold climates. Unlike oils with a higher hot temperature rating, such as 10 or 15, 5w30 oil can flow freely enough when the engine is started at low temperatures to coat and protect the engines internal components.

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Is 5W-30 suitable for all cars?

A. 5W 30 engine oil is the most popular engine oil for modern cars. This is because it is exceptionally adaptable at handling a wide range of temperatures and maintains its efficacy in low winter temperatures.

Q. Can I use 5W-30 at high mileage?

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Product Details. Pennzoil High Mileage SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil is engineered for cars with over 75,000 miles, particularly those experiencing oil leaks and burn-off. Engines with higher mileage tend to experience more wear than new engines.

Q. Is 5W-30 better for hot weather?

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5w30s viscosity range means it can lubricate, seal, and protect an engines internal components in various climate conditions. This ability to function well both in summer and winter brings the convenience of not changing oil weights with the seasons.

Q. Should I use thicker oil in a high-mileage engine?

A. The slightly thicker oil film from the heavier base weight oil - 10W - can also help protect worn engine bearings.

As long as youre not hearing knocking or severe mechanical noises from the engine, the heavier oil should buy you many more miles of service from your vehicle. Ju

After reading the information above, I feel that Guy used the best oil for my vehicle and that Protect My Car should continue our business relationship and approve my claim on the 2009 Dodge Charger. It is imperative that the above information be examined and the decision of Mr. Gio be overturned for the sole reason concerning 5w-30 versus 5W-20 oil usage in the oil changes in my vehicle.

I will send this letter up the chain of command within your organization until everyone reads this letter. I am detected to go as far as the CEO if needed. I regret that it has come to this, but I have paid for vehicle coverage and expect you to honor the contract as I did. I never missed a payment even though my vehicle was inoperable, per my obligation, and I feel Protect My Car should consider that too.

I request that you approve Guy Auto (mechanic) listed above to fix my vehicle. I also think it s within my rights and that I am not asking for anything unreasonable in my request. The inspector came out and submitted his report in March. 22, 2023, and presented his report.

I called Gio at (813) 575-****, but he has not answered or returned my messages. This type of response is very unprofessional and degrading to your company.

Could someone at least call and discuss with me the contents of the letter as some as possible.

Thanks in advance for your attention to this matter, ddd

Respectfully Yours,

Galan L. Wortham.happyaim refusalcccclun

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Cons:
  • Dont answer phone

Preferred solution: Apology

User's recommendation: dont give up

2 comments
Guest

It does take over 1 hour to get someone on the phone to start a major claim repair

Guest

Too long. Moses nailed it in ten sentences.

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Shatia Ftd

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Verified Reviewer

You need to have more available hours for people to call not just having to have the car towed to be able to start claims immediately and not have to translate go back-and-forth like a ping-pong ball

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You need to have more available hours for people to call not just having to have the car towed to be able to start claims immediately and not have to translate go back-and-forth like a ping-pong ball can you can never reach anybody its ridiculous. It could be a dire emergency and he could even be deaf and they need an actual live person maybe not a towing truck so therefore I suggested recommend highly figuring out some alternative extended program plan on being able to have customers reach the business that promotes such credibility as they say for the consumers that deal with paying money on a policy that they can never reach until four if its convenient for the company thats not exactly convenient for the client or

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Guest

You would not contact Protect My Car in a “dire emergency.” If you are on the side of the road you would call them for a tow. Similarly, someone with a hearing disability would have accommodations set up on their phone. Protect My Car does not market itself as someone to call in a dire emergency.

Guest

Even if they answered past 5pm what is going to happen? Any garage or any place that repairs cars will probably be closed. Towing seems like the appropriate option.

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Juan C Aig

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I file a claim after 2 years with them.

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Updated by user Jul 19, 2023

After they sent an inspector 7/11/2023, neither have I or the dealer heard anything. I finally called during work hours and waited for 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Someone eventually picked up and informed me that I was the one they where waiting on... IDK why if I have been trying to reach them by email and phone as well to no avail. So come to find out I need to provide odometer reading from when I purchased the car which I have. Even though I bough the warranty with when I purchased my car on the 7/2022...

I wish I would have know or someone would have contacted me, here I am waiting on them to call me or the shop for an update and nothing, 2 weeks just went by for nothing. I have submitted documents they requested and the service records that I have through Car Fax. I just want my AC and brakes fixed so I can go back to work. Let see how long the take for them to tell me that they are not going to cover my warranty.

I truly believe they are going to try and use my transmission to void my whole claim because, i also let the shop know that my truck had a little studder... But, in all honesty why do we pay for warranty? when in reality they plan to never fix our cars, its a scam. But when I call as a new customer they answer so quickly.

I hate to know how many people give up trying to even reach them for a claim.... Ill keep you all posted. Also, the worst customer service...

I have had words with the employees like if I am in the wrong here, like if i don't have a right to be frustrated and annoyed like if we don't know that they take advantage of a lot of people who simply don't have the time or strength to get for what they paid. We don't have money to fix our cars, that's why we get warranty, just so they can bend us right over...

Original review Jul 14, 2023
I have never done business with such an unprofessional organization. After waiting 4 hrs for some one to pick the *** phone up, the guy wants to give me an attitude.

How are people supposed to fix their cars when they won't answer the dam phone. The shops can't wait on hols for 1 hr, they have *** to do. let alone 4 hours.

Stay away! If you call as a new customer they'll pick that phone up in 2 rings, but do a claim, 4 *** hrs...
Unbelievable.
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Pros:
  • Absolutely zero
Cons:
  • Everything they offer

Preferred solution: fix my car! thats why I paid warranty...

User's recommendation: Stay away! Close your accounts ASAP

1 comment
Universal C Hta

I agree with your assement there Juan, the agents are repeatedly abusive to me under the abusive behavior towards a customer policy most companies have most companies use ethics point as thier ethics auditor but even ethicpoint has provided me this abusive behavior. i have filed this ethics behavior with every company i have ever dealt with as it happens with everyone.

Judith S Wib

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I need to talk to someone

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Y'all not worth a damn. Sorry *** people... Y'all are not going to keep getting PD when you didn't pay for my car when it was tore up.

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Loss:
$1600

Preferred solution: Full refund

Nyomi Ipy

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This is kim Gladden I've been trying to call you...

This is kim Gladden I've been trying to call you guys all morning I'm trying to see if you guys pay for a compressor

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Terrible customer service

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We took my car do not return calls airport customer service. This is the worst car warranty company I have ever been with.

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John T Mbm

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Cancelled your service

yes my name is John tusky and I've been trying to get a hold of you folks for a while and I haven't got no response my new number and I gave this to you is 719-334-**** this is in regard to the cancellation of that canceled in December with you guys due to the fact I do not have this car no more it was stolen so why would I protect my car and use your service so in that case when I did cancel I got no bill nothing I heard from you until all of a sudden I noticed my account was short $88 and some change and that started on April May June and July there's four months of payments that you took out they did not have my consent in December you stop payment cuz I canceled why would you start service again I don't have the car I would not call you in regards to this so I put direct Express and on you guys not taking out my I told the direct express which is my credit card and therefore I'm disputing it I would like to go ahead and get my payback for April May June and July of 88 hours and some change I'm not worried about that I just like 4 months put back in my account or check send to me in regards to this matter direct Express should be going ahead and calling you shortly okay you can reach me at this number again 719-334-**** and my name is John teskey yes pissed off his customer unless you resolved this matter by giving my payment back of $88 of a car that I did not have that was stolen thank you I'm looking forward to hearing from you ASAP I have none

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Loss:
$350

Preferred solution: Full refund

Nivaan Luc

It’s been 3months and I haven’t received my reimbursement check

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They do not keep their word on their warranty or reimbursement check. Mike give you the run around and you still do not receive your check.

So the next call will be my Lawyer.

I pay my monthly fee but can not get my car fix, a blown head gasket is on your warranty to be fixed. Thank you.

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