Ooofffff, so there are plenty of problems, huh? So disappointing. Well, here's my story from being a seller...
I really hope they get their services sorted out, as on paper, it really seems like a great idea and my experiences have been good - until now.
I sold a coat 3 weeks ago, sent it as supposed to. After a while, started wondering with the buyer as there are no updates in the DHL tracking system since. Just that the package has been registered - that's all. So the buyer contacted VC, only for them to say that they still haven't received it and claiming that it's either because I haven't sent it or that I didn't use the pre-paid label and that's why they cannot know where it is. Which is crazy as of course I used the prepaid label, why would I pay for it myself???
So, my turn to sort things out and I called DHL after two weeks and after the buyer was losing her patience (understandably) with the delivery. DHL told me that VC had "requested" (whatever that means) a change of Waybill tracking number, and gave me the new tracking number, which tracked the parcel correctly - updates and all. They also told me, that the package had been delivered already to VC, which was a relief - I thought. Well after this I of course called VC and gave them the new numbers. Lady on the phone was very nice, said that she'll let the logistics department know and it'll be sorted in no time at all. No change or updates however, they kept telling the buyer in emails that I have not sent it. So, I called VC again, the new lady on the phone was completely unaware of me having called earlier, anyone knowing about the problem or new tracking numbers. So once again I gave them the old and the new tracking number, but nothing has happened since. They keep telling the buyer that I haven't sent it and that they haven't received it or that I haven't used the prepaid label. They also claim to having sent me reminders (???) and that they have contacted me and "sorting it out" with me. None of this is true, of course - I've called sweet but oblivious customer service ladies twice, that is all the contact I have had with them.
Then of course, they tell her that she will be refunded for her purchase if they don't receive the item.
But what about me? It seems like they have no idea where the parcel is and completely lack the capacity (or will) to find it. And of course, if they keep claiming that I haven't sent it (even when they have the new tracking number), how can they refund for me?
So disappointed, definitely has put a shadow over the whole company/service. Shame though, I love what they are doing.