Firestone Complete Auto Care
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Review highlights
"Great service when u actually r able to get in for an appt."
"The service is great nice place nice people 💯"
"Fast service and great communication about pricing and timing"
Overview
Categories
Tire shop, Auto air conditioning service, Auto repair shop
Directions
8485 W Brown Deer Rd
Milwaukee, WI, 53224
Phone number
Call: (414) 446-3085Website
View websiteHours
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Description
Helping our neighbors since 1926, Firestone Complete Auto Care is your one-stop shop for your vehicle needs - from standard maintenance to tires and repairs. Discover exceptional auto care service at Firestone Complete Auto Care in Milwaukee, WI located at 8485 W Brown Deer Rd. From tire sales to maintenance and repairs, we offer comprehensive solutions for every make and model. Keep your vehicle running smoothly with services like oil changes, brake inspections, and engine repairs. If you're a Milwaukee resident and want to experience reliable and affordable auto care tailored to your unique needs, schedule an appointment online and or visit us today so our expert team can take care of your vehicle and get you back on the road.
Reviews
Dec 03, 2024
I’ve been getting my cars repaired here for years. I have received the upmost respect and absolute great customer care experience every time. They go above and beyond when servicing my vehicles and their mechanical expertise is what keeps my cars up and running.
Nov 16, 2024
The staff was very courteous they didn't not try to oversell anything to me an awesome job on the tire work and balancing great pricing also with the discount that I received for the set of four tires that I bought quick installation they answered every question that I asked and always made sure that I was comfortable with my decisions on the tire selections before it install I appreciate it guys keep up the good work👌🏾👌🏾
Nov 16, 2024
Worst experience ever. I flew in from MPLS, coordinated extensively beforehand. I got in late, so they left my keys in my car. My car didn't start! Had to uber to a hotel, and uber back in the morning (there goes 200$). I get back 1h before opening the next morning. A tech shows up around 7:05, spends about 3 minutes looking (literally just looking) at my car. Then his buddy pulls up and they start working on his truck. Yes, someone who doesn't work there pulls into a bay and they work on his truck together. A little while later a woman shows up; by 8am nothing has happened, so I ask the women what is happening. She said she "didn't know I wanted them to look at my car"! I'm perplexed, expressing that I still have to drive to MPLS, they had botched my alternator swap already, I thought they would prioritize it. She said the techs friend was an "ex-employee" (yeah right). Next, she says they don't have a bay. I ask about the guest using their space and tools -- this time the regional manager is there. Now she changes her tune of course, says he "works at a different firestone) I literally sit there all day, listening to the women make personal calls on speaker phone. One of the calls was her son (presumably), on speaker she asked for his social, his yearly income, and joked around for everyone to hear. I'm thinking what is wrong with this place. I would wait 60-90 minutes and ask what's going on, she would sternly say "I can't talk to you right now" or just literally ignore me. At one point she said, if we get the alternator today, we can't put it on (a 6-minute operation). Later she says, "you have to trust us", trust what? You just said you don't intend to fix my car. 4pm rolls around, no one has fixed my car. I think if I didn't continue checking I would still be there. The woman texted several customers -- errantly telling them they can pick up their car. The customers would show up, only to say: "those aren't new tires" and leave disappointed, a couple of them canceling their service to boot. At 5pm, an hour before they close one of the mechanics goes "oh, we never tested the voltage before we put it outside". Are you serious? I flew in, Ubered the 1h from the airport, and they never validated my car works? The re-replace it and bring my car around front as closing time approaches. A paper with my keys attached in 15 feet away from me, I just need to sign it and hit the road. They techs and mechanic now are actively ignoring me; a young woman walked in, and they were all vying for her attention. They spent time bad mouthing the women (she left by now), talking about "getting their time" for working on my car, and complaining about management. At this point I'm asking every 5 minutes if I can please get my keys and start my long drive. I kid you not, 45 minutes pass with them either shaking their heads at me, or flat out ignoring me. I eventually can't take it anymore, I walk out, get in my car, and leave with a spare. Didn't get home till after midnight. I've never been treated so poorly; I hope they retained any video footage they have -- they could use it as footage of how to effectively torture somebody. I should mention, the regional manager was a singular bright spot in the day. He was kind and, tried to be accommodating. You can only do so much with unkind, unmotivated employees he was managing. I called the shop to get my keys, the woman answered. I also asked for a call from the regional manager, still waiting. I am 30 years old, work as a Software Engineer in a B2B setting; I've had hundreds of professional interactions that require patience and logistical awareness. I've never seen such a dumpster fire in my life. 10 out of 10 would recommend people try to stay several miles away from this place if their car breaks down. I would actively avoid driving near it, for the off chance I get a flat in front of their shop. I think I would try to carry my car home before asking them to patch even the smallest whole.
Nov 07, 2024
Brother in law went in for brakes, left with a $2500 bill and a misalignment. Management couldn’t give a straight answer as to why he was charged for a realignment but didn’t get one. Technician said he never did one. Management said they did but only part of it because they claimed my brother in law declined the tire rod. The receptionist clarified that their system automatically declines the tire rod. He was never told the price of anything before they did the work leaving my brother in law with the bill and a car that wasn’t road safe. Only come here if you have money burning a hole in your pocket
Nov 07, 2024
Excellent customer service 5 Stars for Marilyn and Ethan.
Oct 07, 2024
Excellent Service and advuce!
Oct 07, 2024
The service provided to me upon checking it out, upon dropping off and upon picking up made me feel valued.Thank you again team
Oct 07, 2024
Worst Firestone I've ever been to and wish I could give zero stars! We had set up an appointment earlier in the week over the phone for an oil change and a headlight. We showed up to find out we didn't have an appointment. We rescheduled. We dropped off the car at 9am today for the new appointment told them again we wanted the oil change and head light done. At 11am we came back to see if the car was done just for them to tell us they hadn't even started. Asked about why it wasn't done yet for them to say since it's a drop off they don't have to get it done right away because we aren't waiting. Tell me what's the point of making an appointment for then! Nobody explained that if we'd be dropping off they wouldn't be getting it done right away, but at some point before 2pm. Before leaving we told them again what we wanted done they said okay. We asked to be called about updates. Nobody called! At 245pm we decided to head up here to see what was going on! They finally called when we got in the car just to say they didn't do the headlight asking if we wanted it done. Mind you we said 3 times already we wanted the head light done! Finally now with the car done it's 3:40pm! About 5 hours wasted when almost any other Firestone would have had it done regardless of not waiting in about an hour and a half! I've never met such incompetent people in my life! 2 people to be specific! Terrell didn't set up the appointment properly and was rude while speaking to us! The lady named Billy who we spoke to all day and told her what we wanted done never put in the order for the headlight! Don't come here unless you expect to not get everything you asked for done and to be left waiting longer than they told you!
Sep 07, 2024
Billie Jo is amazing!
Sep 07, 2024
The service is great nice place nice people 💯
Sep 07, 2024
Where do I begin….My initial appointment was an inspection. I was experiencing coolant leaks. They had my car for 6hrs just to inspect. Once the inspection was complete, we scheduled for the leak to be fixed a few days later. I brought my vehicle on time to this appointment. Firestone had my vehicle for 8hrs and did not do the work! No communication! It took me calling them for an update for them to inform me of this. I rescheduled seeing that I had already paid them for the inspection. I brought my car in thinking I wouldn’t have any more coolant leaks once they made the necessary repairs. The following day my car was leaking again! I brought it back just for them to tell me that now I needed a thermostat. It’s mind boggling how I paid for a coolant inspection and they didn’t tell me that initially. They also looked to see why my coolant was still leaking and told me that there weren’t any leaks. Per the attached photos, my car is leaking more than it was leaking when I brought it to them to inspect. When I initially brought my car, the leaks were mild now it’s much worst. I personally don’t think they did anything to fix my car. I was supposed to get a coolant flush but it was apparent that it wasn’t flushed. The coolant I used was orange, and the coolant they use is yellow. Not only was my coolant empty when I got my truck back, but it also had the orange coolant residue still in which indicates that it wasn’t flushed. Now I have to bring my car back for the 4th time for the same problem. I work full time and I’m currently in nursing school full time. I don’t have time to keep bringing this vehicle back and forth to them. It has been 5 days since I called corporate with the understanding that I would get a call back in 2 business days and that has not happened. This is ridiculous. Never again!! I’m really getting pissed off
Aug 07, 2024
Ethan and the team are my heroes!!! I was out of town and got an unrepairable flat. I was stuck, and two other tire shops had already canceled on me. Although Ethan and his only tech were slammed and up to their necks in work, they still serviced my vehicle and got me back on the road in NO TIME! I said it then and I’ll say it again, Ethan is my hero! Literally saved my life! Thanks to the tech and the whole team for all that you do! Firestone Brown Deer has a loyal customer in me! I’ll be back!
Aug 07, 2024
Excellent customer service from Ethan! He explained everything in detail from what was wrong, what needs to be done to fix it and costs. He went above and beyond for every customer that came in after me also. Really impressed with the professionalism!
Aug 07, 2024
First, I want to clarify a few things. I get places will have friends and family leave reviews but I am not one of those people-especially when it comes to services being provided. Second, I get the place was very busy and perhaps short of staff so, the fact that I was there longer than anticipated can't really be held against them. I was given an appointment to come in for service as the day I called, they were unable to guarantee my repairs could be done in adequate time. I made the appointment and went in. I commend Terrell (?) for being very honest with me and communicating about how things were proceeding. They were able to do the service I requested as well as inspect other things-which was very helpful. I always feel like when it comes to mechanical and auto it is hard to really know or determine who is trustworthy. While I can't be sure the prices were competitive or that they would price match, l'd still like to believe they are honest and will try their best. I felt welcomed and valued. I would suggest at least getting their opinion or stop in and have an inspection if you are in need of repair and/ or want a second opinion. I'd go back.
Aug 07, 2024
I scheduled an appointment for a tire rotation and to look at an oil leak for 1pm, and was told it was busy, so it may take 1 hour 45 min to 2 hours to be done. I waited 3 hours before asking about the status of my vehicle, which no one had offered in my 3 hour wait. The employee said that it was very busy and everyone else was waiting for their cars too, which I understood, but his tone and attitude were very off-putting. After finally learning that the leak was due to the oil filter being improperly installed by a different company (from my last oil change), I was told I needed another oil change to fix the issue, but they were unable to schedule it that day. A few minutes later, they said they could do it quick if I needed to. I said no, and told them how displeased I was with my visit. I spent $85 on a vehicle inspection and nearly 3.5 hours to be told my oil filter was on wrong, and did not get either of the services I requested. This was completely unacceptable, and I feel that I'm entitled to a refund of my payment.
Aug 07, 2024
The customer service was amazing and even though they were busy with many other cars/people they were polite when I called back and appreciated the "reminder" and they were able to fix my timing belt issue within a day. It was a miracle! Thank you all for your hard work!
Aug 07, 2024
We dropped my car off at our 7 am appointment. I purchased my tires online almost a week prior to the appointment. I did not add an alignment to the online order because I didn’t realize it wasn’t included when you purchase 4 tires. We were quoted a pickup time for 11. My husband attempted to call multiple times throughout the day. The only time they answered the phone was 2 pm when they said they were working on the alignment. At no point did they tell us the alignment was not included in our purchase and that it would be an additional charge. I feel we should have been told when we dropped the car off that we would need to purchase the alignment. My husband again tried to call at 3, 330, and 4 pm. No on answered the phone. He finally just showed up at 430 and they said the car was ready. When my husband asked about the charge they said it was for the alignment and they had “attempted” to call us multiple times. The alignment was done before receiving approval from us. I understand the alignment was needed, but you have to communicate with people. No one called us from their facility. We won’t use their services again.
Jul 07, 2024
Staff was very nice and kept me informed through the whole process. The work was completed efficiently and very professional. Great work!!
Jun 07, 2024
Just moved to the area and needed to have a tire replaced. Great customer service (which included allowing my dog to wait with me because of work being done at my house).
Jun 07, 2024
Updated review: I HAD gone to this Firestone for over a decade. The last time I went there was a major mistake made on my simple oil change (they didn’t remove a piece and just added a new one so there were two which caused a leak!). I ended up going elsewhere to get it repaired and luckily it was caught early that it didn’t cause any major damage. For only making one or two mistakes in that long a period of time, yes, that’s fantastic. But, I won’t be going back do to so much change in staff and now changes in how they schedule and that causing even longer wait times.
Jun 07, 2024
Billie Jo gave us outstanding customer service !!
Jun 07, 2024
Horrible customer service. The lady gotta learn proper human interactions
Jun 07, 2024
The gentleman that helped me was very professional, responsive and detailed about the work that was being done on the car. It was a very long wait, however, he did acknowledge and apologized for it. Sounded like a staffing shortage which was not his fault. I liked that he gave me an update on the overall health of the vehicle, when things would be due for check ups and answered all of my questions. It would be nice if there was coffee and water in the waiting room since it was such a long wait. Overall, I was very happy with the service and would come back for future repairs. I also really like the online scheduling appointment tool! It was quick and easy to get an appointment!
May 07, 2024
Was at the cost of tires and had my spare tire changed. The passenger front tire had a bubble in the side, which was done with great service.
Apr 07, 2024
Buyer beware. You will get charged for service you never requested. Employees cannot explain factory warranties.
Apr 07, 2024
Buyer beware⚠️ I came here to get 3 light bulbs replaced which is typically $4 each at the store. I was charged $150 and the response was that the other $138 was for labor! All they did was replace three light bulbs and put some scotch tape over the cracked area. They didn’t even replace the whole fixture, What a rip off. Im young and I really feel like I got taken advantage of, this was a very hurtful experience. If I could give 0 stars i would.
Apr 07, 2024
Fast service and great communication about pricing and timing
Apr 07, 2024
I walked in on Wed to make an appointment for an alignment and tire rotation for that sat at 2pm. I arrived for my 2pm appt and was told I could not be seen that day. I was not happy because nobody cared enough to call me to let me know before I traveled all the way to that location. I was treated like I was inconveniencing them. They reschedule me for the next day, Sunday at 10am. I got there and sat. i watched people come and go. I enquired about the status of my car and no-one bothered to check and let me know. They left me standing at the counter for 15 min waiting to hear from someone. I finally sat down and my car was not worked on until 1pm which was 4 hours later. 2pm, they tell me the alignment is done and then asked me if I still wanted the tire rotation. Yes I did!!!! That is one of the reasons I had an appointment. Needless to say i was done at almost 3pm. A full 5 hours later and to add insult to injury, you did the tire rotation after the alignment now my car is pulling left. I will never go back. customer service sucks
Apr 07, 2024
If you have a fleet vehicle, your looking at 8 hrs or more to do a simple brake job.
Apr 07, 2024
The gentleman who helped me was sent by the grace of God. Not only did I left satisfied but also very blessed
Apr 07, 2024
Where do I even begin! I scheduled an appointment online for the $9.99 car care package deal that was offered in the app and I also notated that one of my headlights was out and that I was concerned about a P0128 code reading and an intermittent brake light in the dash. No one called or emailed to confirm or reschedule, so the next day I tried again. This time I did get a call back and scheduled the appointment to come in on a Tuesday morning, as I was told there were currently no appointments scheduled until the afternoon. I get there for my appointment and it took 15 minutes for anyone to help me and I was told the work would take 1.5 to 3 hours to complete. After 3.5 hours went by, I called to check on the status of my car and the technician acted annoyed that I would even call to inquire about my vehicle. 2 more hours go by and they finally call me and tell me they are done with inspection, only told me about the most expensive work that needed to be done and did not address any of the other issues I was concerned about. I had to ask about my headlight and told them just replace it so I can pick up my vehicle. Finally got my car back 8 hours later only for them to tell me I have to schedule another appointment to get my brakes inspected and address any other issuesm I was charged over $200 for the so called "work" that they did do. I advise you look elsewhere for car repairs. You'll be doing yourself and them a favor because they clearly can't handle anymore service requests! $200 later and I still don't fully know what's wrong with my vehicle and I am furious. I asked them about the $9.99 offer and was told that's not the one they did. Well isn't that what i asked for? AND what the hell did you do that was worth $200?! Didn't check my brakes, I have a broken windshield wiper that was never even mentioned, and I had to tell you to address my headlight 🤬 On a sided note, one of the techs was very nice so you get a star for that.
Mar 07, 2024
Bad one
Mar 07, 2024
Don't bring your vehicle here unless you have a 2nd one to drive. You'll be very lucky to get your car back same day, no matter what service is done on it. I brought my vehicle in at 7am on the dot, they told me i should be able to pick it up end of day. Got a call at 1:30 stating they will find out if car will need to be worked on next day, and that they "will call soon and let me know." Fast forward to 6pm I dialed both numbers provided several times and got no answer, 1 hour before closing. Sad shop, I needed the car and it would have been nice to at least know if I needed to find a ride for an urgent visit for next morning. Will NOT be coming back, would have rather taken it out of town to a better place if I knew that 12 hours was not enough time.
Mar 07, 2024
It took 2 hours to complete oil change. Too long and the people weren't friendly.
Mar 07, 2024
Representative that I spoke to was polite and receptive to the issues I wanted looked at, and even notified me of an upcoming sale to save money on some of said services. I was given quotes for multiple options with and without sale price. They apologized for not being able to take my vehicle that same day due to the online appointments being automated by a different company that doesn’t take their current workload into consideration, but secured a time for me the next day. I highly recommend this place, they’ll definitely take care of you if you go in person.
Mar 07, 2024
Very helpful staff
Feb 07, 2024
I visited the store in the middle of a snowstorm. My car became stuck both when I arrived and when I was leaving. Ethan and his associates helped to get me unstuck both times. The acted totally above the call of duty. Great job!
Feb 07, 2024
Wait time was more than twice what I was told. No effort was made to let me know things were going slower or longer than expected. I only got information by bugging the staff. I waited 30 minutes once the van was off the hoist because they said they were waiting for paper work. I'd say it wasn't real bad service but a little more effort to communicate would have been greatly appreciated.
Jan 07, 2024
Was scheduled for 10 am, went outside at 12 pm to check if the car was ready. Nope never touched the car so I just got my keys and left