I am a customer from Turkey, and I purchased an HP Victus 16 laptop via Hepsiburada (a major Turkish e-commerce platform) on December 16, 2023. Upon arrival, the device was defective from day one due to a motherboard issue and was sent to HP’s technical service. The laptop was replaced with a brand new unit, which I received on December 29, 2023. However, only 1 year and 4 months later, on April 8, 2025, the same device experienced another motherboard failure and became completely unusable. I delivered it again to HP’s authorized technical service. A repair process was initiated, but no replacement device or solution was offered during the repair. According to Turkish law (Consumer Protection Law No. 6502), a product purchased for individual (non-commercial) use must be repaired or replaced within 20 business days. This legal repair period expired on May 1, 2025. When I contacted HP support, they claimed that since my invoice was issued under a company name, the period is 30 days instead. However, this information is neither stated on the service form provided to me, nor on HP’s official website. I was never transparently or officially informed in writing. As of May 15, 2025, even the 30-day period has expired. When I contacted HP support at +90 444 8 121, I was told only verbally that my request (ticket no. 514 296 03 69) would be answered within 48 hours. It is completely unacceptable that no email or official documentation was provided for such a critical matter. I am an engineering student, and I rely on this laptop for academic projects, laboratory assignments, and coursework. Since April 8, 2025, the laptop has been unusable, leaving me without access to essential tools for over 37 days. HP representatives keep delaying the process without providing a concrete solution. I chose HP because I believed it to be a reliable global brand — but I have lost all confidence in this company due to the way this issue has been handled. I am not requesting a replacement device. My demand is clear: I request a full refund immediately, and I also expect appropriate compensation for the stress and loss caused by this extended period of inaction.
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