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
162 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, 6 mos

Industry Experience

52 yrs, 7 mos

5.0

162 Reviews

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162 Reviews of Richard Klaben

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, Derek Tenney , John Coco III, John Freeman, Christopher Hamilton, Casey Shaw, Gina Williams, Steve Workman

October 31, 2022

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Klaben has always been my preferred dealer. They are the best dealership around and have the greatest customer service anyone could ask for. I always recommend Klaben to anyone that needs or is More

by Natefisher4
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Other Employees Tagged: Justin L. Bolen, Steve Stephens, Timothy Beane , John Coco III

September 05, 2022

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Service Manager Jim did an awesome job with our newly purchased Wagoneer. A faulty backup camera is never fun to have on a new car, but he along with our salesman Gus kept us in the loop on what was bein More

by Gdogghbk
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Other Employees Tagged: James Arnold, John Coco III, John Freeman, Gus Polos

September 02, 2022

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Everyone was nice and professional. I dealt with the owner, the sales manager and Chris Hamilton, my salesman. Very good experience. More

by TRISH6
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Other Employees Tagged: Christopher Hamilton

August 03, 2022

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i cant say enough about Joe Hilliard & the image he gives klaben Joe always goes above and beyond. always treats you like your the most important person in his world. he never thinks the way you are expl More

by SHVDMONKE
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Other Employees Tagged: Joe Hilliard

August 01, 2022

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Fast , courteous, and provided all the information I requested. My salesman located a vehicle that is in transit and we are just waiting for it to be delivered More

by dornackgregory
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Other Employees Tagged: Steve Stephens , John Coco III, Gilbert Perrin

July 21, 2022

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As a returning customer I'm always greeted very well, with service, knowledge, and the whole process from beginning to end. I would encourage everyone who want a very good vehicle and a Great team repres More

by jstyles1056
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Other Employees Tagged: Brian Franklin, Christine Klaben, Gina Williams

July 12, 2022

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Joe Hilliard is always geat. knows our vehicles extremely well. If he cant make it make the noise he will ride with you til it does. I filled out a survey requested by fca more s More

by SHVDMONKE
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Other Employees Tagged: Joe Hilliard , Dennis Terlaak

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