USB Cable being held hostage…Suggestions?


I bought a high end boutique USB cable used (MSRP $800 paid $400) and it wouldn’t play music on my streamer but played on a laptop.  Working with the seller and maker we agreed to send it to the maker October 2024 to test, repair or return.  In November maker told me it tested fine but insisted he wanted to replace it free of charge.  Monthly communication has been very spotty with several no responses.  I have been very patient and respectful sending no demands or threats etc. just asking for shipping confirmation.  I have asked several times just to return my original cable that the seller has agreed to give me a refund.  The maker has responded 3 times since January 2025 that he will ship me the replacement cable next week?  Still no cables and very slow if any responses.  Turns out the business is not accredited by the BBB. No lawyer friends to send letter for me etc.. Anyone gone through this dance?  Any suggestions on how to pressure the maker to return my original cable?  

tksteingraber

Showing 1 response by v-fi

I would post the name here and let the court of public opinion rule on it. Send the company a link to the discussion so they can see how it is going. Do the same on any other forums you frequent. I bet that magically gets them to spring into action to make things right.

I’ve seen this exact scenario play out many times on various forums. One potentially upset customer is no big deal, a bunch of existing or potential future customers reading about poor service is a much bigger issue. The company often springs into damage control to avoid having things spiral out of control. 

By the way, the better business bureau is not a worthwhile yardstick to measure anything. It’s basically like Yelp where people can leave reviews, and companies can pay to get rid of poor reviews. A lot of people think it’s somehow official or even maybe a government agency, but it isn’t. 

 

EDIT you might also try posting your story on their social media pages, if the company has them. Same theory applies there as well.