Sample Letter for Defective Goods in Contra Costa County, California [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Recipient's Name] [Recipient's Position] [Company/Organization Name] [Company/Organization Address] [City, State, Zip Code] Subject: Complaint regarding Defective Goods Reference: [Invoice Number/Order Number] Dear [Recipient's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to formally address a serious issue I have encountered with the goods I recently purchased from your company. I am deeply disappointed to inform you that the goods I received on [Date of Goods Received] were defective and did not meet the quality standards promised by your company. To provide an overview, I had ordered [Product Description] from your company on [Order Placement Date], and the goods were delivered to me on [Delivery Date]. However, upon inspecting the goods, I discovered multiple faults and defects that render them unusable for their intended purpose. The defects include, but are not limited to [Describe the specific defects or quality issues with the goods in detail]. I must emphasize that this is highly unacceptable considering the reputation and quality of your company's products in the market. As a loyal customer who has always valued and trusted your products, I am disappointed by this substandard service and the inconvenience it has caused me. In light of these circumstances, I request the following actions to be taken promptly: 1. Replacement of Defective Goods: I expect the immediate replacement of the defective goods with items that meet the promised quality standards at no additional cost to me. The replacement goods should be delivered to my address within [Specify a suitable timeframe] from the date of this letter. 2. Compensation for Damages and Inconvenience: I request appropriate compensation for the damages caused due to the defective goods, including any additional costs incurred, such as shipping charges, return fees, or any other expenses associated with rectifying this issue. Furthermore, I expect compensation for the inconvenience, wasted time, and mental distress caused by this incident. 3. Assurance of Quality Control Measures: I kindly request detailed information on the steps your company plans to take to prevent such instances from occurring in the future. This includes an explanation of enhanced quality control measures, revised manufacturing processes, or any other strategies that will ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality products to your customers. I trust that you will handle this matter promptly and efficiently, understanding the urgency and intensity of the situation. I kindly request a response within [Specify a reasonable timeframe] from the date of this letter, confirming the actions taken to address my concerns fully. In the event that a satisfactory resolution is not achieved, I regret to inform you that I will have no choice but to explore legal options available to me, which may include seeking legal remedies and pursuing a claim against your company for the damages incurred. I strongly believe in your commitment to customer satisfaction and hope that this unfortunate incident will be resolved favorably and amicably. I value our previous association and would appreciate taking this opportunity to restore my faith in your company. Please find attached the necessary supporting documentation, including photographs clearly depicting the defects in the goods I received. Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]
Para su conveniencia, debajo del texto en español le brindamos la versión completa de este formulario en inglés. For your convenience, the complete English version of this form is attached below the Spanish version.