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1A Auto

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Overview

1A Auto has a rating of 2.9 stars from 503 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers complaining about 1A Auto most frequently mention customer service, return shipping, and wrong parts problems. 1A Auto ranks 32nd among Auto Parts sites.

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  • Returns
    85
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Top Positive Review

“Excellent Warranty and Concise Service”

Roger F.
1/19/19

In October 2016, I replaced the fuel pump assembly on my 1996 Chevy 4.3 S-10. In January 2019, the fuel gauge became erratic. I had no receipt or paperwork but called Customer Service anyway. Using my phone number, name and address, the Customer Service Representative found my original order and within three minutes replacement module scheduled for shipment. The CSR's knowledge, skills and attitude were both courteous and professional Additionally, she reminded me that I must return the original part, within 60 days, to ensure the continuation of the warranty. The complete call lasted less than five minutes. I highly recommend 1A Auto.

Top Critical Review

“Poor Customer Service Response”

Robert C.
6/17/24

Ordered brake parts from their web site, which had specific instructions using the VIN to identify the correct parts. They did not fit. Called customer service and their response was "You should have called us first." They want as much as the order costs for a return. It's a ridiculous response because the order was made according to their instructions and then the rep states that just calling them would have cleared things up. This is incorrect, unless they were to come to my home and measure the part. Their response is completely self-serving and they obviously do not care for their customers or further orders from individual customers. Avoid these scammers is my advice. They save you nothing and could cost you much. Bad bargain.

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Thumbnail of user dexterp17
California
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December 12th, 2018
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I have ordered from A1 several times. All orders have been on time and correct parts. When I order from this location. I feel like I just ordered close by. Thank you 1AAuto.

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Joseph D. – 1A Auto Rep

Thank you for taking the time to leave this review, Dexter! We're happy to hear your parts arrived fast and on time. Looking forward to helping you with your next repair!

Thumbnail of user paulb2014
Canada
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April 29th, 2020

I ordered a part for my car, before I ordered the delivery time said 3-5 days, I chose this site over other sites with cheaper prices because it said it would get to me sooner and I needed to fix my car ASAP. After I paid for the product the estimated time went from 3-5 days to 7-10 days. After waiting 10 business days I noticed that my package hadn't moved in 4 days so I emailed the 1a auto support team asking them if they could check up on the status of the package. They ignored my request and sent me the tracking number again and told me to track it. I emailed them back again telling them I already had the tracking number and that wasn't the issue. They proceeded to email me the same thing again saying I could track it here. This happens another time and finally I've hard enough, it's been 7 days since I was supposed to receive my part and it hasn't moved for 11 days now I tell them that if I don't get info on my part I'm going to do a chargeback on the purchase. Now I finally get a legitimate response and they tell me my package is lost and they can send me another one that will arrive in another 7-10 days. Yeah right. So I asked them if they would expedite or at the very least discount the part I paid for and never received. They denied and decided to refund my card and be done with it. I would never trust this business again. Not only do they seemingly take no responsibility for your purchases but they also don't care to make things right when they've clearly made a mistake. If you value your time and money stay away from this shady, low effort business',

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Joseph D. – 1A Auto Rep

Good afternoon Paul:

I am so sorry to hear about this--this is never the kind of customer service experience that we strive for. Please direct message me the PO # associated with your account.

Warm regards,
Joe

Thumbnail of user corvusj
California
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March 26th, 2017

I ordered a pair of "1998 BMW 528i Rear Power Window Regulator With Motor" for a steal of $98. I went to several car part shops and even the junkyards, and all charged over $150 simply for a single Window Regulator WITHOUT a motor. I am a poorass college student, so I wasn't going to pay that much for a USED piece. That's how I came upon 1A Auto's offer of BRAND NEW window regulators WITH motors for $98. They saved me $$$, so I am extremely happy with this auto part store.
Also, I am from Southern California and it took 3-business days to arrive at my home (Ordered late on Mon.; Shipped Tues.; arrived at 3 PM on Fri.).
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P. S- I hesitated to order from 1A Auto at first simply due to the reviews. However, after doing my own research, 1A Auto definitely checks out. Plus, people are primarily complaining about the shipping time when all they had to do is READ THEIR SHIPPING ESTIMATE MAP/POLICIES.

Tip for consumers:
READ, READ, READ, & RESEARCH. Make sure you know what you need and to order ahead of time.

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Thumbnail of user tresg1
California
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July 25th, 2023

I purchased some ignition parts - coil, control module, wires for my Chevy S-10. Would have paid more for AC/Delco parts, but they don't sell them. Needed in a hurry so decided to take a chance, even though there could be a high probability of issues with the ECU. Sure enough, the control module threw a P0351 code immediately upon installation. Put the old control module in and worked fine. Contacted 1A Auto for a return and after jumping though multiple hoops finally got a credit.
Installed the coil, which did not work - no spark at all, so put the old one back in and worked fine. Contacted them again, and after MORE hoops got no where as they seemed to be confused that it was a second return request on same order, and in their simple minds the first return resolved everything. Gave up trying to get a credit for the coil as my time is worth more than the $35 part, effort, and frustration it would take to get those knuckleheads to resolve the matter. I don't like to characterize people that way, but that's the impression they gave me.
So 1 star because delivery was relatively prompt, and you can't give negative stars or I would (-1)
I will NEVER use them again for ANYTHING
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Thumbnail of user dominiquea68
Maryland
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May 20th, 2023

Ok so I literally got my Passenger side Cv axle replaced and used this Site and Not even 2 days bearings clicking.Everything was installed properly yet My Axle is Once again Clicking.

Thumbnail of user williamp1193
Utah
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February 26th, 2020
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When I bought a frount end ket for my car the bottom of the box was not taped good and a part of the order fell out in shipping and I called and they express mailed the missing part.

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Joseph D. – 1A Auto Rep

William I am so sorry to hear about that, but elated to hear that the situation was promptly rectified. If situations like yours ever arise, 1A Auto treats them seriously.

Thumbnail of user scottm1865
Michigan
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June 30th, 2021

I ordered a four wheel bearing set to replace all the bearing on my Ford Explorer. When I went to install them I realized two were damaged, so then I checked the boxes they were packaged in to see if there was any evidence of how they were damaged. Then I saw the boxes the damaged bearing were shipped in were labeled to be return to 1AAuto's bearing supplier in Taiwan. The labels had the supplier vendor ID#, 1AAuto po# to them, and a RMA#. 1AAuto actually sent me bearings they already knew were damaged! I tried to call their customer service number but couldn't get through, so I sent them an email. They replied a day later and said they would get back to me in 1 to 4 days. So now 1AAuto, has my money, I have their damaged bearings, and my car is in my garage up on jacks waiting for bearings and there is no plan or commitment from 1AAuto to return my money or replace the bearings. They absolutely have no shame or desire to resolve issues timely or with any accountability. I strongly recommend not purchasing from this company.

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Thumbnail of user jeffc1839
Florida
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September 13th, 2022

I have used 1Aauto several times in the past & all went well.
However, that was not the case this time.
I ordered pads & rotors for my 2002 Chevy Silverado. As always I spent quite a bit of time making sure the product was appropriate for my vehicle. The parts came quickly.
When I went to do the rear brakes, the rotor was too small to go over the parking brake mechanism.
I called them to exchange them. After answering a lot of questions and repeating my issue a few times and after a long wait on hold on the phone, I was told they do not have the proper parts for my truck. But it's OK, I was told - I can return them for a
Refund.
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The refund was MINUS $110.00 for shipping!
Why am I required to pay shipping for a product which on their website, did not have all the information required for me to select the proper part - or move on because the don't carry the part I need?
I've told a bunch of people about A1Auto & encouraged them to use them.
I will be telling those same people not to do business with them.
I WILL NOT order from 1AAuto again.
The fact that 1AAuto sold me the wrong parts is due to a lack of sufficient information on their website.
1AAuto should pay the $110.00 to return the parts! The error was their responsibility.

Thumbnail of user collinh36
California
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December 14th, 2020

I had ordered a ball joint and bushing kit for my truck, along with front rotors/ hubs, when the hubs arrived there wasn't much of a box left to be had both rotors were sticking out of the box and scratched and dented up on the face of the hub portion. Next issue is the hub came with the abs toothed gear on it and mine is non abs so because of the gear it no longer fit the gear had to be heated and pulled or cut off to make work. The website never said anything about an abs ring gear. And then never once recommended to buy an oil seal for the hub, it should come with it since you can't replace the hub/rotors without it. I had to go find and buy local to complete that portion of the job. Now on to the ball joint and bushing kit. When you order it they ask you 7200 or 8600 gvwr, and I chose 8600 because that's what mine is (8 lug) after grinding and cutting off the old ones ( factory riveted on) I found they sent the upper ball joins for the 7200. ( different bolt pattern) after searching high and low locally I located 2 uppers for the 8600 gvwr and they fit perfectly. After calling and giving my complaints I was issued a refund of 20 bucks For the ball joints that don't fit. I couldn't leave my truck in pieces for days waiting for the correct ones to be shipped so I was stuck, so between the cost of the correct ball joints and fuel and my time. $20 doesn't seem to be worth of the situation.

Thumbnail of user tonyh745
Oklahoma
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May 22nd, 2021

They sent wrong rotors but want me to pay the return shipping 1 star because I can't give 0 I will never use them again

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Thumbnail of user douay
California
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June 14th, 2019

Don't buy from them. Super late on delivery and bad product quality. Go to Amazon, at least your product will show up the day they say.

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Joseph D. – 1A Auto Rep

Doua, we apologize for the delay in delivery and defective product! This is not the type of experience we aim for. A member of our Customer Support team will be reaching out to help make this right.

Thumbnail of user rubenc88
Illinois
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February 26th, 2020
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I was able to resolve my problem with the vehicle dying at stop signs and lights. Great pricing and fast shipping, no more check engine light either

Thumbnail of user lynng324
Idaho
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March 26th, 2021
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We have bought several items for our 1965 Dodge Truck and everything has fit perfectly and the shipping & delivery were very prompt.

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Thumbnail of user danm1617
Wisconsin
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December 6th, 2022
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All parts arrived on time, everything was included to complete the installation.
Great fit, brakes are now better then when the car new.

Thumbnail of user albertoc155
Puerto Rico
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December 10th, 2021
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Every time I call 1A auto for parts or warranty I received a yes. Im very satisfied with the experience in customer service.

Thumbnail of user amandab456
Iowa
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December 7th, 2018
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Amazing, right parts, fast shipping, best experience I have had in a long time. Wil shop here again for all my parts

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Joseph D. – 1A Auto Rep

Awesome! Thank you for the kind words, Amanda! We look forward to helping you with your next car project.

Thumbnail of user terryn104
South Carolina
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March 1st, 2020
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Ordered front axle / CV joint assemblies for our Subaru. Easy to navigate website to find correct parts. Great prices and fast shipping.

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Joseph D. – 1A Auto Rep

Thank you for your kind words Terry! We are glad to hear they everything on our site comes across intuitively!

Thumbnail of user adrians150
Texas
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February 26th, 2020
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Arrived fast and perfectly priced. I have used 1a auto in the past, very happy with they way they conduct business

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Joseph D. – 1A Auto Rep

We are glad to hear it Adrian! Our customers are our top priority. We look forward to assisting you with your future car repairs!

Thumbnail of user yayad1
Colorado
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September 25th, 2020

Box came missing parts and customer service refused to help despite the fact I offered to pay for overnight shipping

Thumbnail of user colleeng106
Canada
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March 4th, 2020
Verified purchase

My husband was very pleased with the exceptionally good quality of the floor mats I bought him for his car.

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Joseph D. – 1A Auto Rep

We are glad to hear it Colleen! Quality is our middle name! Thank you for your purchase!

Thumbnail of user masond20
North Carolina
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January 14th, 2019
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Every Part i've purchased from 1A Auto has been the right part and showed up on time or early. 1 A Auto is my "go to" for parts.

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Joseph D. – 1A Auto Rep

Awesome! We're happy to hear this. Looking forward to helping you with your next repair, Mason!

Thumbnail of user mikea1440
Iowa
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February 27th, 2020
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Just keeping it short. Ordered on Sunday and had it Tues. No extra charge. Product is good quality and saved me a ton. Will order from them again!

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Joseph D. – 1A Auto Rep

Glad to hear it Michael! And you are correct: There is no extra charge for same-day shipping! We look forward to assisting you with your next purchase.

Thumbnail of user alany21
California
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February 8th, 2019
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The item came quickly and well packaged. This thing required at least 100 characters, I hope this is enough.

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Joseph D. – 1A Auto Rep

Thank you, this is more than enough! We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us, Alan!

Thumbnail of user bobf237
Oklahoma
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July 18th, 2019
Verified purchase

Parts fit my older Chevy and the price was fair in my opinion. Videos on installation were very useful.

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Joseph D. – 1A Auto Rep

Thanks for the great rating, Bob!

Thumbnail of user robertt1161
Illinois
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February 26th, 2020
Verified purchase

I have had nothing but good experiences with them. Always get exactly what I ordered within a couple days.

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Joseph D. – 1A Auto Rep

That is fantastic to hear Robert! Thank you for your continued endorsement of our company and we look forward to assisting you with all of your future car repairs.

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