Rant Against Rebates
I really dislike the rebate system that a lot of companies are using.
I bought a gift this Christmas that was a little over my price range, but it came with a rebate coupon for $50. I cut the UPC symbol off the box, filled out the paperwork, and waited.
Eight weeks later, I get a postcard that the “UPC symbol for the $20 rebate is invalid.” $#(&$^@. They didn’t even get the amount of the coupon right, and since I gave away the box as a gift, I don’t have access to the UPC symbol anymore. I feel I just got ripped off $50.
So, Epson Company – here’s my notice that you’ve lost me as a satisfied customer. You just ripped me for $50.
This happened to me a few times. Usually a call to the rebate hotline can do the trick; some patience may be necessary however. Good luck!
Poch
February 25, 2005
The practice of using rebates to lure people into stores is infuriating. CompUSA seems to be the champion of this practice and hasn’t had enough complaints to alter their practice. I have written a few lines in ‘Semper Blog’ to vent my feelings. I would love to foment a revolution among consumers to somehow stop this ugly practice.
My experience of receiving reject message is much the same as yours.
Jim Sieks
August 15, 2005
It’s a game they make me play.
What am I going to do, turn down the rebate?
Michael
August 15, 2005