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Warranty and Recall service in the San Diego area?
I'm having a difficult time finding a dealer in San Diego County that handles this for motorhomes.

A call to the national corporate office was fruitless as I was placed on hold forever and I couldn't take the distorted crappy music in my ears

Grosch Ford Escondido is backed up and not taking anyone.
2021 Mid Bath

Re: Warranty and Recall service in the San Diego area?
Reply #1
Are you interested in engine/chassis service, or something else.

For engine/chassis, I'd look for a Ford dealer that has a lot of F-350 and bigger vehicles on the lot.  They probably have the capacity to deal with a larger vehicle and Ford can lean on them to provide the service.  In my area, the more rural the dealership, the more capacity they have to service large vehicles. 

For branded RV items (fridge, toilet, microwave, air conditioner etc...), a call to the manufacturer might give some leads. 

For LazyDaze items, I would drive up to the Mothership from San Diego. 

Rich
2003 MB

Re: Warranty and Recall service in the San Diego area?
Reply #2
I believe some Rush Truck Centers are authorized to handle Ford warranty issues. Check with Ford and Rush first but there is a location on Miramar Rd:

San Diego Trucks & Semi Trucks for Sale - Rush Truck Centers
Greg & Victoria
2017 Mid-Bath  “Nocona” towing a manual 2015 Forester
Previously a 1985 TK
SKP #61264

Re: Warranty and Recall service in the San Diego area?
Reply #3
Are you interested in engine/chassis service, or something else.

For engine/chassis, I'd look for a Ford dealer that has a lot of F-350 and bigger vehicles on the lot.  They probably have the capacity to deal with a larger vehicle and Ford can lean on them to provide the service.  In my area, the more rural the dealership, the more capacity they have to service large vehicles. 

For branded RV items (fridge, toilet, microwave, air conditioner etc...), a call to the manufacturer might give some leads. 

For LazyDaze items, I would drive up to the Mothership from San Diego. 

Rich


2 recalls and some alerts have popped up on my Ford app I need to ask about.
All engine and chassis related.

I can't even get through calling local dealers and when I finally do they don't know who services motorhomes.

2021 Mid Bath

Re: Warranty and Recall service in the San Diego area?
Reply #4
Hi Ted; I had the misfortune of going to (then) Homer Heller ford at Escondido in 2003. They couldn't replicate the starting problem I had, and they had my motorhome for 2 weeks. When I picked it up, just as the 36 month warranty was expiring, I made them sign the work order that if the problem came up afterwards they were still 'on the hook' for that repair. I got it home and fixed it myself for about $1.  (less than the gas to get there and back!)
    I looked them up on Yelp, and the 2 star rating was generous in my opinion.
Now it is Gosch Ford, and the reviews are much better. Hopefully the entire organization seems to have gotten better, so I'm counting on them to be there if I ever have a Ford again.
    So what do you need to have done Ted?  You can have routine service done anywhere. The same with recalls. Just keep the receipts. The warranty isn't dependent on who does the work. Even you can do the work! Keep those receipts.   RonB
RonB (Bostick) living in San Diego
Original owner of "Bluebelle" a '99 TKB

Re: Warranty and Recall service in the San Diego area?
Reply #5
Hi Ted; I had the misfortune of going to (then) Homer Heller ford at Escondido in 2003. They couldn't replicate the starting problem I had, and they had my motorhome for 2 weeks. When I picked it up, just as the 36 month warranty was expiring, I made them sign the work order that if the problem came up afterwards they were still 'on the hook' for that repair. I got it home and fixed it myself for about $1.  (less than the gas to get there and back!)
    I looked them up on Yelp, and the 2 star rating was generous in my opinion.
Now it is Gosch Ford, and the reviews are much better. Hopefully the entire organization seems to have gotten better, so I'm counting on them to be there if I ever have a Ford again.
    So what do you need to have done Ted?  You can have routine service done anywhere. The same with recalls. Just keep the receipts. The warranty isn't dependent on who does the work. Even you can do the work! Keep those receipts.   RonB

Most dealers cannot lift the rig.
One recall requires it although I crawled under and checked it. It's a potential wire rub raw issue. But it was fine.  I just want it checked and off the record. And an engine cover insulation issue. Of course the Mothership "never heard of this".
2021 Mid Bath


 
Re: Warranty and Recall service in the San Diego area?
Reply #7
The Ford Fleet website lets you search for dealers that can handle larger vehicles (F-650/F-750).

https://www.fleet.ford.com/dealerships/?gnav=header-finddealer

They list the following around San Diego.  A few phone calls and I bet you'll have some leads.

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1.Kearny Mesa Ford
4.6
 2809 Ratings Learn more about ratings
8.08 mi | Sales Open Until 8:00PM
 Make My Dealer
7303 Clairemont Mesa Blvd
San Diego, CA 92111
(833) 854-1518
 Directions
 Details


Rush Truck Center, San Diego Medium Duty
2.Rush Truck Center, San Diego Medium Duty
No ratings available
12.27 mi | Sales Open Until 5:00PM
 Make My Dealer
8508 Miramar Road
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 586-2300
 Directions
 Details


El Cajon Ford
3.El Cajon Ford
4.8
 2476 Ratings Learn more about ratings
15.4 mi | Sales Open Until 7:00PM
 Make My Dealer
1595 E Main
El Cajon, CA 92021
(833) 864-4574
 Directions
 Details


Ken Grody Ford - Carlsbad
4.Ken Grody Ford - Carlsbad
4.7
 1752 Ratings Learn more about ratings
30.03 mi
 Make My Dealer
5555 Paseo Del Norte
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(833) 864-0344
 Directions
 Details
North County Ford


5.North County Ford
4.4
 1313 Ratings Learn more about ratings
33.65 mi | Sales Open Until 8:00PM
 Make My Dealer
450 West Vista Way
Vista, CA 92083
(833) 838-8731
 Directions
 Details
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Rich
2003 MB

Re: Warranty and Recall service in the San Diego area?
Reply #8
The Ford Fleet website lets you search for dealers that can handle larger vehicles (F-650/F-750).

https://www.fleet.ford.com/dealerships/?gnav=header-finddealer

They list the following around San Diego.  A few phone calls and I bet you'll have some leads.

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1.Kearny Mesa Ford
4.6
 2809 Ratings Learn more about ratings
8.08 mi | Sales Open Until 8:00PM
 Make My Dealer
7303 Clairemont Mesa Blvd
San Diego, CA 92111
(833) 854-1518
 Directions
 Details


Rush Truck Center, San Diego Medium Duty
2.Rush Truck Center, San Diego Medium Duty
No ratings available
12.27 mi | Sales Open Until 5:00PM
 Make My Dealer
8508 Miramar Road
San Diego, CA 92126
(858) 586-2300
 Directions
 Details


El Cajon Ford
3.El Cajon Ford
4.8
 2476 Ratings Learn more about ratings
15.4 mi | Sales Open Until 7:00PM
 Make My Dealer
1595 E Main
El Cajon, CA 92021
(833) 864-4574
 Directions
 Details


Ken Grody Ford - Carlsbad
4.Ken Grody Ford - Carlsbad
4.7
 1752 Ratings Learn more about ratings
30.03 mi
 Make My Dealer
5555 Paseo Del Norte
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(833) 864-0344
 Directions
 Details
North County Ford


5.North County Ford
4.4
 1313 Ratings Learn more about ratings
33.65 mi | Sales Open Until 8:00PM
 Make My Dealer
450 West Vista Way
Vista, CA 92083
(833) 838-8731
 Directions
 Details
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Rich

Kearny Mesa- had to leave a message

Grody - nope. Doesn't do motorhomes.

Rush- had to leave a message

El Cajon- drop it off and 2 month wait.

North County- had to leave a message.
2021 Mid Bath

Re: Warranty and Recall service in the San Diego area?
Reply #9
El Cajon Ford changed our LD's engine three years ago. One of the Blown Spark Plug brothers works there as a mechanic and did the work. No complaints other than the long drive.

Larry
Larry
2003 23.5' Front Lounge, since new.  Previously 1983 22' Front Lounge.
Tow vehicles  2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, 2001 Jeep Cherokee
Photo Collection: Lazy Daze

Re: Warranty and Recall service in the San Diego area?
Reply #10
We’ve had good experience with Rush Truck Center in Whittier. Out of your way but may be worth considering if you can’t get in down South.

W
Warren
2019 MB “Dream Catcher”
Jeep Wrangler JL

Re: Warranty and Recall service in the San Diego area?
Reply #11
And, if all local options fail, I again can recommend South Bay Ford Fleet and Truck Center in Hawthorne (L.A. County, just south of LAX). They welcome motorhomes and usually get you in and out the same day (I generally arrive a half hour before opening).  310-706-6200. 13900 Hawthorne Blvd. Do NOT confuse with the separately located auto dealership. — Jon
(Former) ‘06 TK “Albatross.” And (former) Vespa 250.   Alas, no more; both are gone.😕 Great memories remain! 😄

Re: Warranty and Recall service in the San Diego area?
Reply #12
None ever called me back.

Ford customer service is living up to its lousy reputation.
2021 Mid Bath

Re: Warranty and Recall service in the San Diego area?
Reply #13
It's just the way things are right now, across the country.  Places are short staffed and service is suffering.

If you really want to get things taken care of, consider driving down there and talking to someone in person. 

When a place is short staffed, people standing in front of an employee get more attention than someone who left a message. 

I know it's not 'right', but it's reality in a lot of places right now.

Rich
2003 MB

Re: Warranty and Recall service in the San Diego area?
Reply #14
Hi Ted; If you crawled under and looked at the 'wire rub problem'; and it is OK, then there isn't any hurry.  You can get this signed off years from now. I'd continue to check it out one in awhile though. Is there an actual fix for that yet, or is it just an inspection thing?
   You might want to do the insulation repair thing yourself.  Did you look at it, or just suspect an issue?  RonB
RonB (Bostick) living in San Diego
Original owner of "Bluebelle" a '99 TKB

Re: Warranty and Recall service in the San Diego area?
Reply #15
Hi Ted; If you crawled under and looked at the 'wire rub problem'; and it is OK, then there isn't any hurry.  You can get this signed off years from now. I'd continue to check it out one in awhile though. Is there an actual fix for that yet, or is it just an inspection thing?
   You might want to do the insulation repair thing yourself.  Did you look at it, or just suspect an issue?  RonB
Thanks Ron.

Fortunately Kearny Mesa Ford just called.
We are scheduled for Aug 23rd.
2021 Mid Bath