GM Nav Disk Update
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GM Nav Disk Update
I no sooner finished sending an email to GM complaining about the lousy service on disk updates then I found a UPS tracking number with a scheduled delivery of tomorrow, 12/8. Boy am I embarassed, but then again they deserved it. 
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I think I will call Monday. I don't care if I get it or not. I just want to be on record so I can complain and get it next Sept.
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From: Fairview Heights IL
Early 2007 owners ACT NOW!!
I just checked GM's NAV web site and they want me to send the $199 for my v5 disks. It was my understanding when I bought the car that I would get two free annual updates (to v4 and v5).
I've never received a post card from GM announcing an update was available. If I hadn't logged onto the web site tonight I wouldn't have learned that those who purchased 2007 models in calendar year 2006 have until December 31 to request their v5 update. After that the upgrade isn't free.
I've never received a post card from GM announcing an update was available. If I hadn't logged onto the web site tonight I wouldn't have learned that those who purchased 2007 models in calendar year 2006 have until December 31 to request their v5 update. After that the upgrade isn't free.
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I just checked GM's NAV web site and they want me to send the $199 for my v5 disks. It was my understanding when I bought the car that I would get two free annual updates (to v4 and v5).
I've never received a post card from GM announcing an update was available. If I hadn't logged onto the web site tonight I wouldn't have learned that those who purchased 2007 models in calendar year 2006 have until December 31 to request their v5 update. After that the upgrade isn't free.
I've never received a post card from GM announcing an update was available. If I hadn't logged onto the web site tonight I wouldn't have learned that those who purchased 2007 models in calendar year 2006 have until December 31 to request their v5 update. After that the upgrade isn't free.
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I just checked GM's NAV web site and they want me to send the $199 for my v5 disks. It was my understanding when I bought the car that I would get two free annual updates (to v4 and v5).
I've never received a post card from GM announcing an update was available. If I hadn't logged onto the web site tonight I wouldn't have learned that those who purchased 2007 models in calendar year 2006 have until December 31 to request their v5 update. After that the upgrade isn't free.
I've never received a post card from GM announcing an update was available. If I hadn't logged onto the web site tonight I wouldn't have learned that those who purchased 2007 models in calendar year 2006 have until December 31 to request their v5 update. After that the upgrade isn't free.
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My 09 also came with the V4.0. I called the GMNAV number and the lady told me to have my dealer get me a V5.0 under warranty. I did, but I'm also still waiting for my dealer to call me saying to drop by and pick up the disc. It's been around 3 months now.
Sure glad I know my way to walmart.
Last edited by JoesC5; Dec 8, 2008 at 02:28 PM.
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I sure do like reading this board. My deadline for the free disc was December 31. I called and got into the queue for the free one. Of course, it might come in 2012 but, it'll be free! 
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I just now called and checked my order status. It is still on back order. No info on when - not that it matters now that it is winter time
What I don't understand is why it is on BO. Disks can me turned out like cookies... What's the big deal?
What I don't understand is why it is on BO. Disks can me turned out like cookies... What's the big deal?
Racer
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From: Belvidere IL
I just checked the site, entered my VIN and noted the charge for the new disc was $199.
My salesperson indicated I would get 2 free updates. Apparently not.
Mine is an '08 bought 8/07.
Anybody else??
My salesperson indicated I would get 2 free updates. Apparently not.
Mine is an '08 bought 8/07.
Anybody else??
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Burning Brakes
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From: Fresno California
Only model year '06 and '07 get free updates. They discontined the program for model year '08 and forward.
Melting Slicks
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From: Fairview Heights IL
Thanks for your interest in GM Navigation Systems. Here is a copy of your request:
Why should I pay $199 for the second update to my Corvette's NAV disks? My 2007 convertible came with the v3.0 disk in August 2006. I received the v4.0 disk set as an update in January 2008. I just logged onto your web site and it wants me to pay $199 for the v5.0 update. Please correct this and send me my FREE v5.0 update before I get angry.
Is this BUDCO.com outfit to be trusted?
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From: Spacecoast Florida
Got my Order # in Aug. Just checked the websiteStatus = Back Order
This damn thing is more elusive than Barrack Obama's Birth Certificate!
