I am a Military Brat who was raised around Cars and Trucks! I am a Mom of 3, 2 Bonus and a FUR Baby. My Husband and I enjoy working on and restoring vehicles together. We love to travel in our Motorhome and exploring Barns and Farm Fields for those Lost Muscle Cars!
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Write a ReviewDealership Experience
2 yrs, 10 mos
Industry Experience
21 yrs, 5 mos
Languages Spoken
English
8 Reviews of Lena Erickson
October 09, 2026
Bought a new CH-R off the showroom floor in June with 20 miles on it. Had the car for about 4-5 weeks. Car wouldn't start after. Got a jump to drive to the dealership. Couldn't diagnosis why the start up ba miles on it. Had the car for about 4-5 weeks. Car wouldn't start after. Got a jump to drive to the dealership. Couldn't diagnosis why the start up battery was draining overnight, thus the car couldn't start. Told by the tech to delete and reinstall app (which is the key for battery recharging tool for this car). Didn't work. Tech said we are waiting for app update and to pick up the car if you want knowing there was no solution to the problem. We declined until Toyota found what was draining the battery. We heard nothing from the techs after this point on August 6th. We called Carrie GM numerous times, worthless run around treatment. Left voicemails unreturned. September 22nd, we file a Lemon Law with the dealership and corp. October 8th, I go into the dealership in person to confront GM/ Service MNG. They can't talk to me as we filed the Lemon Law and this is now between us and Corp. Service Mgr tells me if we would've talked to Sales, they would've swapped us vehicles. We filed the LL because no one would talk to us, return emails or phone calls. We have screenshots/ texts and all evidence of us. October 9th, still don't have the car we are making payments on in our possession. We did get a courtesy car and it's our only leverage otherwise Toyota wouldn't work with us. More
May 13, 2025
SARA was Awesome! she is a 5 star rating and higher if possible. Lina was Awsome and Mr Ott in finance was great to work with. she is a 5 star rating and higher if possible. Lina was Awsome and Mr Ott in finance was great to work with. More
Other Employees Tagged: Sara Persons, Mr Ott finances and extended warranty 5*
April 17, 2025
Our salesperson, Jovani Yang, was so attentive, professional and knowledgeable-our time spent at Carlson was a very pleasant experience! Kim Toering, Finance Mgr. was equally knowledgeable and pr professional and knowledgeable-our time spent at Carlson was a very pleasant experience! Kim Toering, Finance Mgr. was equally knowledgeable and professional-she made sure all financial details were not only correct, but explained fully to us. This is our second time purchasing a vehicle at Carlson, and we will definitely tell our friends/family about the outstanding staff there! More
Other Employees Tagged: Brandon Powell , Jovani Yang, Kim Toering, Finance Mgr.
December 22, 2024
We have purchased five different vehicles from Carlson over the years, and this was exceptional experience from start to finish. Our sales rep (Michael) and the sales manager (Dane) were warm, welcoming, over the years, and this was exceptional experience from start to finish. Our sales rep (Michael) and the sales manager (Dane) were warm, welcoming, and professional. More
Other Employees Tagged: Michael Kieffer (5 stars) and Dane Halstead (5 stars)
December 15, 2024
Sara was great to work with. Most of the deal was done over the phone and texting; Sara was very quick to get back to me for questions. There was a lot of teamwork on behalf of C Most of the deal was done over the phone and texting; Sara was very quick to get back to me for questions. There was a lot of teamwork on behalf of Carlson on the day of purchase. Will definitely call Sara again for our next Toyota! More
Other Employees Tagged: Sara Persons, Dane
June 28, 2024
I have been looking for a Toyota Tacoma for several months keeping an eye out for the perfect model. I had some free time and Carlson Toyota happened to have the vehicle I was looking for on the lot so months keeping an eye out for the perfect model. I had some free time and Carlson Toyota happened to have the vehicle I was looking for on the lot so I made the trip. Liz greeted me immediately and was incredible helpful from the onset, while not being aggressive in the usual car salesperson way. Liz worked with my wife and I to figure our options and even in the midst of a nationwide cyber attack, Liz and the staff at Carlson Toyota went the extra mile, filled out paperwork by hand, and got us into the truck we have always wanted. I couldn’t be more pleased with the buying experience at Carlson Toyota and would strongly recommend anyone who’s in the market for a new vehicle to visit Liz and the great staff at Carlson Toyota. More
Other Employees Tagged: Elizabeth "Liz" Burcum
April 29, 2024
I had a very good experience working with Kiera. She was attentive, patience and answered all my questions. Kiera called and messaged details on the vehicle prior to my visit and followed all my nee She was attentive, patience and answered all my questions. Kiera called and messaged details on the vehicle prior to my visit and followed all my needs. She helped me with the trade-in vehicle and communicated with other departments so that I did have to myself. Overall, it was worth the drive for this service. More
Other Employees Tagged: Keira White
February 06, 2024
Kiera was very knowledgeable. I was very impressed by the amount of Women you had on staff. Sales and Management, AMESOME! Made my buying experience relaxed, and for once I did no I was very impressed by the amount of Women you had on staff. Sales and Management, AMESOME! Made my buying experience relaxed, and for once I did not feel less than as a woman buying a car. Keep doing it right, Carlson Toyota! I will be back :) More
Other Employees Tagged: Carrie Haugerud , Keira White

