At REKO, we take complaint management seriously because every complaint is an opportunity to improve. Instead of avoiding issues, we address them proactively—listening, analyzing, and responding with actionable solutions.

Our Attitude Toward Complaints

We regard every complaint as an opportunity for improvement. Each case is handled by a dedicated team with a fast response, root cause analysis, and closed-loop resolution.

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1. Reply speed

Quick reply, provide customers with solutions within 8-12 hours after receiving customer complaints.

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2. Positive attitude

Don't complain, actively solve the problem first, and make a summary in a timely manner.

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3. Solution

The feasibility of the plan is a win-win situation and economic losses are minimized.

Normal Solution:
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local_repair Local repair
return_to_china Return to China
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compensation Compensation
Remarks:

lf it is REKO's responsibility, REKO will underatake all the cost.

lf it is client's responsibility, REKO will try to find a way to reduce the cost that make loss as less as possible.

Complaint Handling Process

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1. Information reception:

Complaint received → Sales or support team records and confirms details.

2. Problem Analysis:

Engineering and QC jointly analyze the root cause.

3. Corrective action:

Corrective actions are planned and implemented.

4. Results feedback:

Investigation results and improvements are shared with the client.

5. Preventive measures:

reventive actions are documented to avoid recurrence.

Why Our Complaint Rate Is Low

Strict drawing reviews, standardized workflow, detailed in-process control, and professional packaging ensure our complaint rate remains far below the industry average.

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Rigorous Drawing Review Process

Every project begins with a strict drawing evaluation to confirm all dimensions, tolerances, surface finishes, and special requirements before production. This ensures full alignment with customer expectations from the start.

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Standardized Order Workflow

From quotation to delivery, each step follows a standardized and traceable workflow. This systemized approach guarantees consistency, efficiency, and accountability across all departments.

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Detailed Process Control

Every machining stage is monitored through in-process inspection and operator self-checks. Our quality team performs regular audits to prevent errors before they happen.

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Reliable Packaging Protection

Finished parts are packed with customized materials and multiple protection layers to prevent scratches, moisture, or deformation during transportation.

Complaint Form

REKO has implemented a unified Customer Complaint Form system to ensure that every issue is documented, analyzed, and closed with verified corrective and preventive actions.

Customer Complaint
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How we record the customer complaint?

Time Customer Code PI NO. Complaint Reason Responsible Party Picture Order Value (USD) Solution Customer Satisfaction Sales comment and sum up Remark
2020.11 RK29 RK29-2A 产品需要部分氧化;业务跟客户沟通是没有理解到位。 Sales rk29_partial_oxidation_issue $368.75 客户也理解是他没有阐述清楚部分原因,所以跟客户沟通承担一半的重做费用。 Happy 客户表达不清楚的时候,要多做一点,图文结合跟客户确认清楚,只有客户回复"yes"才可以。 Finished
2020.12 RK48 RK48-1A 图纸上意大利没有翻译,工程师按常规螺纹向右的方式做货。实际是向左。 Sales rk48_thread_direction_misunderstanding $285.00 重做货 Happy 1.凡是订单上客户有备注的内容需要翻译清楚给到生产 2第一次客诉着急的不行,吃也吃不好,觉也睡不好。在sugar... Finished
2021.6 RK38 RK38-7 零件表面有缺陷 Production rk38_surface_defect_issue $213.00 重做货 Happy 1.外观件,但客户反馈表面有缺陷,影响了销售。其实发货前工厂是想跟我们这边沟通的7075零件不是很好氧化,此次比... Finished
2022.3 RK38 RK38-23 M8*0.75公差6h没有达到(QC没有用此螺纹规发货前检查,只检查了一端) Production rk38_thread_tolerance_issue $378.00 重做货 Happy 跟供应商确认了原因后(氯化前尺寸是达到的,氧化后尺寸变小了,QC没有全检到位),跟客户解释并提了可以重做给他的方... Finished
2021.5 RK14 RK14-30-S1 表面有标记,且微微变弯 Client rk14_surface_mark_and_deformation $168.30 退镀寄出 Happy 这客户图纸要求比较严格,出货前要再三确认是否有问题,问题尽量做到出货前解决。 Finished
2021.12 RK14 Rk14-14-M1 1箱货被送到别的城市 Forwarder rk14_wrong_delivery_city / 收到货的人主动打电话通知我们客户,并重新寄回 Happy 收到件的人主动联系我们客户,做人要善良~ Finished

1. Sales will update this form every quarter

2. All department personnel will participate

3. All customer complaint documents will be collected and training will be conducted to prevent recurrence

Customer Complaint Summary Table

Complain datasheets to customer

Complain Information Solution
Complain NO. PO/PI No. Part Name Complain date Qty. (PCS) Complain Quantity (PCS) Complain reason Picture Compensation Amount (USD) Solution Happy or not
KS2022-006 23012655 0164 9-nov-22 50 50 not correctly deburred not_correctly_deburred $100.00 REKO compensate $100 Yes
KS2022-009 23013115 0090 10-Jan-23 35 25 errors in anodizing errors_in_anodizing $197.99 REKO compensate $197.99 Yes
KS2023-017 23013743 0129 29-Mar-23 135 135 Have some residues have_some_residues $0.00 RK389 help to recut it Yes
KS2023-018 23014179 20273 20-Apr-23 100 6 Visible side is scratched visible_side_is_scratched $0.00 RK389 handle it in local Yes
KS2023-021 23014209 0049 7-Jun-23 75 7 Visible side has defects visible_side_has_defects $100.06 REKO compensate $110.06 Yes
KS2023-027 23014878 10421 25-Aug-23 100 100 thread was wrongly thread_was_wrongly $919.00 REKO remake it Yes
KS2023-033 23015549 21117 22-Nov-23 50 50 No Anodized no_anodized $0.00 handle it in local Yes
KS2024-018 23016423 21153 29-Apr-24 150 10 Thread not in center thread_not_in_center $0.00 REKO remake it Yes
KS2024-019 23016422 21115 29-Apr-24 35 35 Wrong Hole wrong_hole $0.00 REKO remake it Yes
KS2024-021 23016423 21153 28-May-24 164 4 Surface bruises surface_bruises $0.00 REKO remake it Yes
KS2024-025 23016640 21154 4-Jul-24 25 25 surface is not perfectly flat surface_is_not_perfectly_flat_1 $0.00 REKO remake it Yes
23016643 21152 4-Jul-24 220 220 surface is not perfectly flat surface_is_not_perfectly_flat_2 $0.00 REKO remake it Yes
KS2024-027 23016691 21154 28-Aug-24 35 35 groove depth too small groove_depth_too_small $0.00 REKO Re-working Yes
KS2024-033 23016792 21151 17-Sep-24 75 75 base plate does not fit well base_plate_does_not_fit_well $285.30 REKO bear 285.3USD Yes
Complain Data Overview
Item YEAR Production Item Total Failure per year Complaint rate
1 2021 1 0 0,00%
2 2022 80 1 1,25%
3 2023 229 6 2,62%
4 2024 289 7 2,42%
5 2025 229 5 2,18%
Total: 828 19 2,29%

The client is an aircraft engine design, production and sales company. They have their own agents all over the world and have very strict requirements for quality and appearance, allowing no quality issues at all. They have been cooperating with REKO for five years. REKO has produced 828 products for them, with 19 customer complaint items, resulting in a complaint rate of 2.29%. The client is satisfied with REKO's attitude towards problems and the speed of response. Sometimes, the client is also very patient and works together with REKO to solve problems. This is a very good cooperative relationship between strategic partners. They face problems together, solve them together, and bear them together.

Complaint Case Showcase

Issue Summary:

The second batch of 300 pieces had an M2.5 core hole that was made too large, making it impossible to secure the screws and rendering the product unusable by the customer.

The problem was caused by a failure to remove slag during the tapping process. The slag enlarged the threaded hole, making rework impossible.

Final result:

We will redo 150 pieces at no cost to the customer.

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Customer's Original Email

Dear Allison,

Thanks for your delivery the goods surface looks visual very nice.

All dimension are good except on the part «Kalibrierring MONOline IR Elchem».

The core hole of the M2.5 thread is too big, so the screw's can be fixed.

The core hole of the M2.5 thread should be 2.05 (or 2.10 is okay) but it is nearly 2.5mm. (attached photo).

REKO's First Response

Dear **,

I apologize our checking the cause may be tapping did not blow slag in time, slag to screw thread hole squeezed big. If future repeat orders, we will pay more attention to avoid this happening again.

Please help to double check if all 300pcs M2.5 Core holes too big?

Our solution as below:

A: Would you consider using M3 screw to fixed? It will affect your usage? (If extra cost is incurred, please let us know in advance, REKO can take it.)

B: REKO can remake, about 10-15 working days.

Please let us know would you consider A or B?

Customer's Second Reply

Dear Allison,

If we choose option B, what should we do with the 300 pieces we have here? We also have to produce and have to start reworking and using them. We would also like to point out that we do not want to have any costs if we choose option B.

I look forward to hearing from you ASAP.

REKO's Second Response

Dear **,

Option B- REKO remake the 300PCS, you don't need to pay for the parts and don't need t pay for the freight.

Can you wait for 10-15 days? ( Oct.1 to 7 is National Day Holiday ). When do you expect to receive the new ones, see how we can do for you.

Let us know if you have any other suggetions?


By the way, attached FYI .→

lf it is REKO's responsibility, REKO will underatake all the cost.

lf it is client's responsibility, REKO will try to find a way to reduce the cost that make loss as less as possible.

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Customer's Final Reply

Dear Allison,

Thank you very much for your fast response and the solution you are offering. We really appreciate it.

The drawing is fine. Please just note that your production works accurately during manufacturing and the threads size are made according to the mail from Mr. *.

Please be informed that we will only need 150. This will cover our time investment and reduce your costs. I hope that is fine with you.

Thank you for your attention and have a nice day.

What We Improved From This Case:

  • Strengthened the standardized procedure for chip blowing during tapping
  • Increased in-process inspection frequency for threaded holes
  • Updated rapid evaluation rules for identifying abnormal core-hole sizes
  • Included this case in the "Tapping Process Special Training" as an internal training example
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