

Had an issue with Rebel Sport? Get a real response.
How to submit a complaint with Rebel Sport
To lodge a complaint with Rebel Sport, use any of the following methods:
- Phone: Call 1300 654 502 (Mon–Fri 7am–7pm, Sat–Sun 8am–6pm AEST). Speak with a customer service rep who can log your complaint or resolve it on the spot.
- Email: Send a detailed message to customercare@rebelsport.com.au. Include your name, contact details, order number, and the outcome you’re seeking (e.g., refund, exchange).
- Online Form: Use the Contact Us form on Rebel’s website. Select the relevant topic and submit your complaint for tracking.
- Live Chat: Available on the website during business hours. Useful for quick issues like delivery delays or basic order concerns.
- In-Store: For in-store issues or purchases, visit your local Rebel and speak to staff or a manager directly. Most store-level complaints can be resolved immediately.
- Social Media: As a backup, you can post or message Rebel on Facebook or X (Twitter). The team often replies and directs complaints to private channels for further support.
📌 Tip: Before submitting, gather your order number, photos (if applicable), and a clear explanation of the issue. This helps support resolve things faster.
Here’s what happens after you lodge a complaint:
- Acknowledgment:
- Phone = immediate response, often with a reference number.
- Email/Form = you’ll receive an auto-confirmation and case ID.
- Phone = immediate response, often with a reference number.
- Review & Assignment:
- Your complaint is logged into Rebel’s system.
- A Customer Care rep reviews it and may contact you for more info.
- Your complaint is logged into Rebel’s system.
- Resolution Path:
- Product issues: Refund, exchange, or replacement (especially for faults).
- Delivery delays: Courier will be contacted; you may be refunded shipping.
- Service complaints: Store or area managers may get involved.
- Product issues: Refund, exchange, or replacement (especially for faults).
- Communication:
- You’ll receive updates via email or phone.
- If no response in 48 hours, follow up with your case ID.
- You’ll receive updates via email or phone.
- Finalisation:
- Once resolved, you’ll get a confirmation (refund, pickup notice, etc.).
- Refunds typically process within 7 business days after returned items are received.
- Once resolved, you’ll get a confirmation (refund, pickup notice, etc.).
🎯 Rebel’s goal is to make things right quickly. If needed, ask for an estimated timeline for the resolution.
Common complaints against Rebel Sport
Here are the most common complaints Rebel Sport receives:
- Late deliveries or missing items: Express shipping not fulfilled, parcels delayed, tracking issues, or incomplete orders.
- Wrong or used items: Received the wrong size or a worn-looking product mistakenly shipped out.
- Return difficulties: Being refused returns even when items meet return policy requirements.
- Faulty products: Shoes falling apart, gym equipment not working, or items breaking too soon.
- Customer service frustration: Long response times, slow refunds, or difficulty reaching store staff or courier support.
- Policy confusion: Customers unaware that clearance items may be non-returnable, or being surprised by restocking or bag charges.
📌 Tip: Always check the return policy and save receipts. If something seems off, raise the issue early and cite Rebel’s own policies when needed.
Complaints submitted through Ajust
How other consumers Rebel Sport complaints got resolved
Shipping Delay → Refund of Express Fee: A customer paid for next-day delivery, but the shoes arrived five days late. Rebel refunded the express fee after acknowledging a dispatch issue.
Return Refused → Approved on Escalation: A customer tried to return unworn shoes but was denied in-store. After showing the 30-day return policy and speaking to a manager, they were offered an exchange.
Faulty Exercise Bike → Full Refund: An assembly service wasn’t fulfilled. After repeated calls, the customer requested a refund for the unassembled bike. Rebel collected the item and refunded in full.
If your complaint isn’t getting resolved:
- Request a Supervisor or Senior Rep:
- Ask for escalation during your call or email follow-up.
- Supervisors can authorise policy exceptions, vouchers, or faster resolutions.
- Ask for escalation during your call or email follow-up.
- Use Your Reference Number & Persist:
- Always follow up with your case ID.
- If no update in 48 hours, call or email again to prompt action.
- Always follow up with your case ID.
- Escalate In-Store (if store-related):
- Ask to speak with the Store or Area Manager directly.
- They can approve refunds or replacements beyond frontline staff authority.
- Ask to speak with the Store or Area Manager directly.
- Send a Formal Escalation Email:
- Use subject line: “Complaint Escalation – Urgent”
- Address it to customercare@rebelsport.com.au or customercarecentre@rebelsport.com.au
- Outline your complaint history and what resolution you want.
- Use subject line: “Complaint Escalation – Urgent”
- Use Loyalty Status (if applicable):
- Mention you're a Rebel Active member if relevant.
- Mention you're a Rebel Active member if relevant.
- Escalate via Social Media:
- Tweet or message Rebel on Facebook or X
- Include your case number and request help. They’ll usually DM you to resolve it privately.
- Tweet or message Rebel on Facebook or X
If Rebel Sport won’t resolve your complaint, you have strong external options in Australia:
1. Australian Consumer Law – Know Your Rights:
You’re entitled to a repair, replacement or refund if a product is faulty, not as described, or service was not delivered properly.
2. Report to ACCC (Australian Competition & Consumer Commission):
- File a report via accc.gov.au
- The ACCC collects patterns of misconduct (e.g. repeated refund denials)
3. State Fair Trading / Consumer Affairs:
- NSW Fair Trading: Make a Complaint
- Consumer Affairs Victoria: Submit a Complaint
These agencies mediate disputes and often get quick results.
4. Small Claims Tribunals (NCAT, VCAT, etc.):
- For unresolved issues involving a larger value or principle
- You can file a case at your local tribunal for a binding decision
5. Privacy or Spam Complaints:
📌 External escalation is rare but powerful. Make sure you’ve kept all documentation to support your case.
- 📞 Customer Care: 1300 654 502 (Mon–Fri 7am–7pm, Sat–Sun 8am–6pm AEST)
- ✉️ Email: customercare@rebelsport.com.au
- 📝 Online Form: Submit via Contact Us Page
- 🧾 Returns & Refunds Policy: Read your rights on returns, exchanges, and warranties
- 📦 Track My Order: Use Rebel’s Order Tracking Tool
- 🏬 Store Finder: Find your nearest store for in-person issues
- 📌 Corporate Address (Super Retail Group):
Rebel Sport, 1B Homebush Bay Drive, Rhodes NSW 2138
Phone: (02) 8866 6500
Rebel Sport Complaints FAQs
You’ve done your part, now it’s time to hold Rebel Sport accountable.
Take the final step and submit a complaint that gets seen and responded to.