ComplaintsforKichler Lighting

• Initial Complaint

  03/30/2024

  Complaint Type:

  Product Issues

  Status:

  Resolved

  More info

  We purchased a Kichler Lighting 44073NI Nine Light Chandelier from The Vara Collection, Brushed Nickel from the Kichler Store through ****** (ORDER # *******************) on March 7, 2024. Unfortunately, we noticed the item was damaged when installing it on March 17, 2024. We started a return with ******. We ordered the same item from the KichlerSuperStore (ORDER #********) on March 17, 2024, hoping that ordering directly from the manufacturer would yield a better result. The item arrived in a damaged box on March 22, 2024. The manufacturer asked for photos and then sent a replacement (Order Number ********) on March 22, 2024. The replacement arrived on March 29, 2024. When unboxing before installing on March 30, 2024, our contractor noticed the replacement chandelier is damaged beyond repair. (We took photos of the box and contents as we unboxed it.) We have been loyal Kichler customers. In addition the the damaged chandeliers, we have recently purchased four other Kichler lights: 1 Kichler Winslow 21.5" Vanity Light 45886NI; 2 Kichler Winslow 30" Vanity Light 45887NI; and 1 Brushed Nickel Chandelier Light Fixtures Ceiling Hanging, 4 Light Orb Geometric Hanging Chandeliers. The other lights arrived without damage, leading us to believe there is a flaw in the packaging for the chandelier. In addition to extreme frustration, we have lost significant time and money paid to the electrician for installation.

  Business response

  04/02/2024

  Can you please submit your Proof of purchase and what you paid for the fixture, and I will be happy to reimburse you for the fixture, but we will not cover any electrician cost.  If you can send it directly to me at ******************* that would be the best route.

  Thanks so much 

  Customer response

  04/02/2024

  [A default letter is provided here which indicates your acceptance of the business's response.  If you wish, you may update it before sending it.]
  
  Better Business Bureau:
  
  I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me. 
  
  Regards,
  
  ***** *****
  
  
  

• Initial Complaint

  08/06/2023

  Complaint Type:

  Service or Repair Issues

  Status:

  Answered

  More info

  Their company Kichler sold defective lights that, through a company, I paid their vendor to install. Kichler sent the lights to replace the defective ones. Beth F****, from Kichler, promised me that once I got a quote for the defective lights to be removed and the the new ones put in Kichler would send me a check for the amount of the quote to compensate me for the work to be done. I sent Kichler the quote I got from *** ******, it totaled $2,154.25. Then ******* ****** from ***** contacted me and said their consonant was going to pay the bill, rather than Kichler to have the defective lights taken out and the new ones put in but only up to $400.00. I want the defective lights taken out and the new ones installed. If they are not willing to hire someone to do this I want a check for $2154.25 and I can hire *** ****** myself to to do it.

  Business response

  08/16/2023

  this matter has been resolved to the customer’s satisfaction. 

  Customer response

  08/16/2023

  Better Business Bureau:
  
  I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and have determined that this does not resolve my complaint.  For your reference, details of the offer I reviewed appear below.
  
  We have agreed on the principle terms of a resolution and I am waiting on consideration from the merchant. 
  
  Regards,
  
  ******* ******
  
  
  
  
   

• Initial Complaint

  05/08/2023

  Complaint Type:

  Product Issues

  Status:

  Resolved

  More info

  I bought a Kichler ceiling fan from a vendor called DecorPrice. Once installed, the fan made so much noise it was unusable. I tried to return the product to the vendor, but was told that I had to contact Kichler instead (see the attached documentation). However, instead of helping me, Kichler insisted that the product was fine. I tried repeatedly over months to get help without success. Often my calls went unanswered and unreturned by Kickler. Finally, after Kichler at last agreed to examine the fan, they arbitrarily decided that I had voided the warranty because I moved the receiver. Yet, their own instruction manual suggests that this is an installation option. Basis on my experience, I believe that Kichler is knowingly engaged in a bad faith business practice of interfering with a customer's right to return a defective product and then delaying resolution until the customer gives up.

  Business response

  05/10/2023

  Hello,
  Thank you for contacting Kichler Advanced Product Solutions. We are sorry to hear of the issue you are having with your Kichler Product.
  We would be happy to send a replacement out to address the issue. Please send the full delivery address to our tech support team and we will be sure to have the item sent out right away.
  Please feel free to contact Kichler Advanced Product Solutions toll free at 1-844-Kichler Monday-Friday 8:00am-6:00pm with any additional questions or concerns. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to assist you!
  
  Sincerely,
  Catina C*****
  APS Team Lead, Kichler Customer Care

  Customer response

  05/11/2023

  
  Better Business Bureau:
  
  I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me. 

  Dear Catina,

  
  

  I am responding to your reply to my complaint to the BBB (see the attached). I accept your offer of a replacement. Please ship it to:

  
  

  ***** ********

  *** ******* ****** *** *

  ********* ** *****

  
  

  Thank you,

  *****

  
  

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  ***** ********

  ***** ********

  
  
  Regards,
  
  ***** ********
  
  

  
  

• Initial Complaint

  04/26/2023

  Complaint Type:

  Service or Repair Issues

  Status:

  Answered

  More info

  I have three Kichler Cameron 52 inch fans that I purchased sometime in 2019. I have several other lighting fixtures in my home that are also Kichler. I am the first owner of these fans and I installed them shortly after moving in. One of my fans started screeching and I called about the lifetime warranty and spoke with Cindy. Cindy was very rude and dismissive and did not offer me a chance to speak with s supervisor until I pushed the issue. The supervisor was also rude and pushed me off to contact Lowe's to see if they have a record of my purchase from over 4 years ago. I want Kichler to provide a warranty motor replacement for my fan. It is unacceptable the way they treated a lifetime customer and I will be not continue to buy their products if they blow me off. II am asking for an exception to be made by Kichler and to honor their warranty. I was not treated well as a customer who has spent thousands on their products.

  Business response

  04/27/2023

  Please know that I listened to the call between ***** ****** and the Customer Care Rep in regards to his issue with our Cameron Fan.  The Customer Care Rep asked all the right questions in a professional manner and was actually very helpful with providing Mr.****** with all the steps he needed to take with Lowes.  The Customer Care Rep and the Team Leader both advise Mr.****** that in order to help assist him directly with his warranty issue that we would need a copy of his proof of purchase.  This is all stated in our warranty information which I included the link below.     

   

   

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  Customer response

  04/27/2023

  Better Business Bureau:
  
  I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and have determined that this does not resolve my complaint.  For your reference, details of the offer I reviewed appear below.
  

  I have attempted to reach out to Lowe’s without success. The attitude of Xindy as well as the arrogant response of the reply from Kichler is ironically the same. No help was spent trying to resolve my issue by anyone with this company. No one even had the insight to offer assistance to help me purchase this part? This response and the attitude of the prior representatives was not helpful and not a customer service response. Helping a customer should be paramount not blowing them off anne minimizing their concerns. I am very disappointed in this company and will never buy another one of their products. Kindness goes along ways.
  
  Regards,
  
  ***** ******
  
  
  
  
   

• Initial Complaint

  10/15/2021

  Complaint Type:

  Product Issues

  Status:

  Answered

  More info

  I started a inquiry in June regarding a fan that was making a strange noise. They offered to replace it under the lifetime warranty. They have delayed following up on e-mails for weeks, apologize, and do the same delay thing next time. This is the 2nd time their Cameron Fan has gone bad on us (they already replace it once for us. This transaction also took months and months and was not resolved until summer was over) so for the last two summers we have not had a working ceiling fan for our screened porch. The Product Solutions Rep., Vivian, in tech support, seems so sincerely apologetic but still I they do nothing to resolve the problem in a timely manner. I just want a fan for my porch that works. I would appreciate your assistance. ****** **** **** **** *****  This is the rep: Vivian PRODUCT SOLUTIONS REP. 7711 E. Pleasant Valley Road Cleveland, Ohio 44131-8010 844-542-4537 – tel [email protected]

  Business response

  10/20/2021

  Good afternoon,

  I apologize for the delay.  We've placed order #******* to ship the customer a new ceiling fan, model *********.  It will be shipping by the end of the week from our Ohio warehouse.  Please let me know if you have any further questions or concerns.

   

  Thank you,

  Nichole S******

  Kichler Lighting

• Initial Complaint

  09/08/2021

  Complaint Type:

  Product Issues

  Status:

  Answered

  More info

  Light fixture broke and is under warranty. Kichler ignored my request for a replacement part.

  Business response

  09/13/2021

  Good afternoon,

  We have sent the customer a replacement ground stake for his landscape light.  Accessory items, like the ground stake, on this fixture have a 1 year warranty.  Thank you!

  Customer response

  09/13/2021

  Better Business Bureau:
  
  I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and have determined that this does not resolve my complaint.  For your reference, details of the offer I reviewed appear below.
  
  The advertised warranty was not limited to one year on the ground stake. I have not yet received the replacement, nor a tracking number for a shipment.

  
  Regards,
  
  **** *******
  

  Business response

  09/14/2021

  Good morning,

  Order #******* has been placed for a replacement stake to be delivered to Wilmette, IL.  Unfortunately, the stake is currently on back order, however it is due in 9/27 so it will be shipping shortly after that.  If you would like to check on your order, please contact us any time at [email protected] or 866-558-5706.

  Thank you,

  Nichole S.

  Customer response

  09/14/2021

  Better Business Bureau:
  

  
  I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and have determined that this does not resolve my complaint.  For your reference, details of the offer I reviewed appear below.
  
  I have not yet received the replacement part. I will consider it resolved when I receive it. The company also has not acknowledged that the item is under warranty, including its parts. Kichler doesn't get to arbitrarily establish limitations to the warranty a posteriori. I consider this fraud. 

  
  Regards,
  
  **** *******
  
  
  
  
   

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