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Problem Solved

Problem Solved is a weekly consumer column that fixes reader problems. From broken laptop computers to faulty kitchen appliances, nothing is off limits for this feature. Each story brings a fresh problem and solution in an engaging and succinct Q&A format.

Andrew Bottorff's return of a surge protector to Amazon via Whole Foods led to a baffling double charge. A system glitch and a lost email receipt escalated the issue, requiring intervention for resolution.

Amazon lost return: What happened to my surge protector?

June 19, 2024December 21, 2023 by Christopher Elliott

After Andrew Bottorff returns his surge protector to Amazon through a Whole Foods store, Amazon tries to charge him again. How can he get his money back?

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Jeffrey Schiff's Carrier air conditioner stops working during a heat wave. The manufacturer tells him to wait for the repair. But how long is too long?

It’s hot out there! How long until my Carrier air conditioner gets repaired?

January 18, 2024December 13, 2023 by Christopher Elliott

Read the frustrating tale of Jeffrey Schiff’s months-long battle to get his Carrier air conditioner repaired, and how he finally found relief with the help of a consumer advocate. Learn tips and strategies for navigating warranty issues and customer service frustrations in this all-too-relatable story.

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Discover how to get a refund from Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) when your mobile order is sent to the wrong store. Learn about order cancellation, automatic cancellation, and contacting KFC for assistance.

Help! KFC sent my mobile order to the wrong store

January 18, 2024December 6, 2023 by Christopher Elliott

Jonathan Sklar orders a meal from KFC through the fast-food restaurant’s mobile app. He says the order went to the wrong store. Can he get a refund?

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Michael Trimble's hearing aid from Audious doesn't work, so he returns it. The company won't refund his money. What's going on?

I returned my Audious hearing aids, but the company never returned my money

January 18, 2024November 30, 2023 by Christopher Elliott

Michael Trimble’s hearing aid from Audious doesn’t work, so he returns it. The company won’t refund his money. What’s going on?

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Susan Lennon's experience with Apple's iPhone replacement and AppleCare raises questions about the policy's effectiveness.

Help! Apple wants to charge me again for AppleCare coverage

August 2, 2024November 29, 2023 by Christopher Elliott

Susan Lennon’s experience with Apple’s iPhone replacement and AppleCare raises questions about the policy’s effectiveness.

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Sue Canavan is moving into a senior living facility. But before she does, ADT wants $2,089 from her for an early termination. Is that fair?

ADT wants to charge me $2,089 for early termination. Is that fair?

January 18, 2024November 24, 2023 by Christopher Elliott

Sue Canavan is moving into a senior living facility. But before she does, ADT wants $2,089 from her for an early termination. Is that fair?

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Claire Engkvist's La-Z-Boy delivery has been delayed by more than a year. What does she have to do to get it?

La-Z-Boy furniture delivery delay: How do I get my recliners now?

January 19, 2024November 15, 2023 by Christopher Elliott

La-Z-Boy has delayed Claire Engkvist’s furniture by more than a year. What does she have to do to get it?

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Philips recalls our readers' CPAP machine. But delivering a new one to him may take a while. How long is too long to wait?

Philips recalled my husband’s CPAP machine. Now it wants us to wait for a replacement

January 19, 2024November 8, 2023 by Christopher Elliott

Philips recalls our readers’ CPAP machine. But delivering a new one to him may take a while. How long is too long to wait?

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Julie Kuklenski has a Saks return problem. She sent back Stella McCartney cross-body bag. But the company won't return her money.

Saks return problem: Where’s my money?

October 25, 2024November 1, 2023 by Christopher Elliott

Julie Kuklenski returned her Stella McCartney cross-body bag to Saks. But the company won’t return her money. What’s going on?

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After reporting several fraudulent charges on her Costco Citi Card, Jeanne Vaul gets a new card. But Citi won't reverse the fake charges.

Help me with these fraudulent charges on my card. Citi won’t.

January 19, 2024October 24, 2023 by Christopher Elliott

After reporting several fraudulent charges on her Costco Citi Card, Jeanne Vaul gets a new card. But Citi won’t reverse the fake charges. What’s going on?

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