Richard Klaben
Richard Klaben at Klaben Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

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President

Klaben Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

1106 West Main Street
Kent, OH 44240

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5.0
159 Reviews

I have been the CEO of the Klaben Auto Stores since 2010. I started in the business in 1974, detailing cars. I learned quickly that a Family Business was both hard work and fulfilling, with a responsibility to the customers, the team members, and the communities which we serve. Titles represent responsibilities, not rank, as every team member, starting with me, is a Customer Service Representative. Throughout the years, I worked in various positions with responsibilities for every facet of the business as we grew into the Klaben Auto Stores. Today, our business model, upon which my Father (Albert Klaben Sr.) founded and grew the business, remains the same. Customers & Team Members (PEOPLE) are the foundation of our success. Hard work, respect, empathy, team-work, integrity, and a genuine concern for others are core tenets of that model. Moreover, none of it is possible without the Grace of God. We are blessed and I remain forever thankful.

Dealership Experience

45 yrs, 4 mos

Industry Experience

52 yrs, 5 mos

5.0

159 Reviews

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159 Reviews of Richard Klaben

December 20, 2023

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Joe Hilliard. . great customer service, thank you for all you do.. Happy holidays to the entire klaben family More

by SHVDMONKE
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November 20, 2023

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Another amazing experience. .The family at klaben always does it right and fast..amazing.. amazing More

by SHVDMONKE
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Other Employees Tagged: Ken Harris , Jennifer Ash, Brian Franklin

November 06, 2023

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This the best dealership around from top to bottom sales to service they get the job done More

by Dawn E Rodgers
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Other Employees Tagged: Justin L. Bolen, Joe Hilliard, Steve Stephens , Brian Franklin, Christine Klaben

November 06, 2023

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Klaben Ram sales and service are beyond amazing. I've been with Klaben for years and I'm still treated like I'm the most important customer they have. Don Jacobs has never steered me wrong. Joe at s More

by Mattandmelinda
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Other Employees Tagged: Joe Hilliard , Jennifer Ash, Jimmy Boone, Brian Franklin, John Freeman, Don Jacobs

October 16, 2023

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More than disappointed. Serviced used up gas my vehicle without replenishing it. Manager promised a gas card, still waiting for that card a year later. Better places out the More

by Mdoepker.823
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Other Employees Tagged: John Freeman

Oct 16, 2023

Klaben Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram responded

Matt, We’re embarrassed that we have put you in a situation to question our character and intentions. Integrity is a bedrock principle of the Klaben organization and it’s disheartening that our actions gave you the opposite impression. As of yet, we have been unsuccessful in reaching you by phone. We want to make it clear that we recognize our responsibility to be respectful of your time in any subsequent communications. Our aim is to provide value and to concisely address any shortcomings and/or items due. We’re hopeful that you’ll give us the opportunity to restore your faith in in the Klaben team. Timothy Beane, General Sales Manager, (330) 673-3139 ext 506 & Jim Arnold, Service Manager, (330) 673-3139 ext 409

July 10, 2023

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Including my family members, we have purchased and or leased over 15 vehicles during the past 20 years. We have all had awesome experiences with management, sales, parts and service department. This is a More

by guygategalinspectionservice
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Other Employees Tagged: Joe Hilliard, Scott Abdon

May 30, 2023

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This particular dealership met my needs and were able to make a miracle happen with such ease More

by Seanster95
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Other Employees Tagged: Joe Hilliard, Gregory Makoski , Amanda Davis, Brian Franklin, John Freeman

May 11, 2023

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I already had to have meetings over warranty work and pricing during a months long repair, deal with damage to the vehicle upon completion and then take it back to have mechanical repairs redone, I also More

by WESOLOWSKI_A
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Other Employees Tagged: Joe Hilliard, Michael Van Hoose , James Arnold

May 11, 2023

Klaben Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram responded

Adam, The entire team is disheartened to hear of your dissatisfaction. As mentioned in your review, a great deal of thought, time and resources were utilized to bring closure to your most recent service visit. The team decision to execute multiple goodwill measures was intended to ensure your satisfaction and renew your faith in the Klaben team. Additionally, those measures were in the spirit of consideration and integrity which is a cornerstone of our brand. As such, it is extremely disappointing at this stage for our integrity to be in question once again. The Klaben leadership team is hopeful that the words and actions from our in-person meeting summate the organization’s true character and intention. We remain at your service. Timothy Beane 330 673 3139 ext 506

May 12, 2023

Klaben Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram responded

Adam, Thank you for taking the time to respond. I have reviewed the completed work summary with the body shop team. A scratch and dent in the rocker panel were repaired which were done to address the damage you pointed out to our service team. As with all of our body shop repairs, the work was done with intention of the highest standards of quality. Our body shop team is eager to have a meeting with you to review the specifics of the work completed and to address your perception and belief of any substandard repair. It’s incumbent upon us to be accountable and maintain integrity in every service, sales and body shop transaction we complete regardless of the circumstances. I’d be appreciative if you could please email me at tbeane@klaben.com or call me at (330) 673-3139 ext. 506 so we may schedule a meeting with our body shop team. Thanks, Timothy Beane (330) 673-3139 ext. 506

May 11, 2023

WESOLOWSKI_A responded

Tim, I did take into consideration the resolutions that were found between us. I also hope that you can understand the feeling of disappointment is mutual. I understand that accidents can and will occur, however when they do, the owners need to be made aware. If I can see the paint abnormalities, a seasoned used car salesman will as well, which means that my resale has now been affected. So, with all considerations being made I am struggling to conjure a reaction other than disappointment. The moment an incident occurred I should have been made aware, the second opportunity to speak up was when I pointed out the adjacent damage that also wasn't acknowledged, and the third major opportunity would have been the in-depth meeting. A lot of opportunities were missed. That to me, is in fact disheartening.

April 25, 2023

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John Rebeck, Carl Esker, Arica Stevens, have been awesome they alway go above and beyond to make things right. The service department is by far the best I have ever had the pleasure of working with, they alw More

by luers.joshua
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Other Employees Tagged: Ken Harris , Carl Esker, John Rebeck, Arica Stephens

December 15, 2022

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After my last vehicle was totaled, Chris and his colleagues dedicated an entire day to ensuring I left with a new vehicle that was not only a one of a kind Wrangler with all my desired features but More

by paulbriangallagher
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Other Employees Tagged: Artie Gissinger, Steve Stephens, Christopher Hamilton, Derek Tenney , John Coco III, John Freeman, Casey Shaw, Gina Williams, Steve Workman

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