In this episode, we conclude our real-life battle with Sam’s Club after buying a couch that arrived incomplete and went unresolved for months. We share how filing a complaint through PROFECO and ConciliaNet led not only to a full refund, but also to the legally required 20% compensation—despite resistance and delays from the company. If you live in, travel to, or shop in Mexico, this episode shows you that you do have rights as a consumer and that PROFECO is a powerful tool when a business refuses to respond.

Key Takeaways:

• PROFECO can successfully force companies in Mexico to respect consumer rights.
• You don’t need to be a Mexican citizen or resident to file a PROFECO complaint.
• Persistence, documentation, and knowing the law can make a real difference in high-value purchases.

Relevant Links And Additional Resources:

• 289 – La Saga del Sillón y la PROFECO Parte I | The Saga of the Couch and PROFECO, Part I
• 222 – Protégete de las Estafas con la PROFECO | Protect Yourself from Scams with PROFECO
• How to Defend Your Consumer Rights in Mexico With PROFECO [Blog Post]
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