We havent picked a day yet. I have heard others having issues with Roadtrek conversions in the last few years. Whether it's your first Roadtrek or your fourth, there are often questions that arise, below are a list of our most frequently asked questions to assist you. It has no propane, needs no external generator. October 07, 2012at6:14 pm, Bill Mitchell said: Thanks a lot, Mike. September 29, 2012at1:16 pm, Mary Wiles said: Hook me up to this unit that needs no hookups! Used 2016 Roadtrek E-Trek $109,995. i am in central Florida at 1-877-663-7506. Roadtrek is small, they could not have falsified that much without it being noticed. And those second row captains chairs ARE super comfy. Hopefully when the audit and investigation is complete, they will be more forthcoming with information. Take them out under real conditions faced by RVers. Do not use this link to ask for help with RV-related issues; Ask those questions in one of our forums. Enter a VIN to learn if a specific vehicle needs to be repaired as part of a recall. We are looking to buy after the first of the year. Add to that the difficulty all Class B makers have in getting Sprinter chassis from Mercedes Benz and 8 to 10 months waits are not that unusual right now for new builds. Everything is fine with the alternator and the house batteries under the hood. September 29, 2012at9:23 am, bob taylor said: September 29, 2012at9:20 am, bob taylor said: September 29, 2012at9:17 am, Richard Krantz said: I found your post after seeing it linked on someones Twitter feed. Any others experiencing problems? If I had to guess and its only a guess Id bet it will $120K to $135K depending on options. More stars mean safer cars. Question: Has Jennifer driven your RS yet? Website: http://www.lamesarv.com/Follow Along Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lamesarv/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lamesarvPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/lamesarv/Twitter: https://twitter.com/LaMesaRV I would have before buying the RS Adv and dealing with management. October 03, 2012at6:39 am, Mike Wendland said: OK Angie Ive asked Jennifer to write an official post in response to your question about her reluctance to drive the RS. couple of cabinets popped open, on hinge let go above the clothes closet, and the bathroom leaked around the sink. Theres a new soft cushioned floor that looks like wood flooring. Then Camping World told me I needed a new propane gage, then a week later the tank leaked and come to find out I need a tank! Same thing has happened to me at RV World in Nokomis, Florida. I can only say to just give the company time to complete its investigation. Of sold inventory being hidden when someone comes to count. See All Models Watch the Video 2023 Zion Slumber Step into BIG opportunities Ram ProMaster 3500 extended van Five Gas Up to Five MSRP Starting at $191,786 usd View Model 2023 Play Get out and Play! Does this mean warranty will be void and any repairs to CS Adventurous will be out of pocket costs? Are you glowing in the dark yet? Roadtrek Automatic Transfer System- Can i connect it directly to my inverter instead of generator, The battery compartment that holds the six batteries in the very back, The inverter box right next to that battery compartment. Ill probably wait to see if Roadtrek reimburses me for the repair costs first, but I see this being a huge problem for anyone that owns a Roadtrek at this present time. The frontal barrier test simulates a head-on collision between two similar vehicles, each moving at 35 mph. Fridge, generator and potty! Now you can operate your coach under one or both of these. No matter where you fit in you'll find that iRV2 is a great community to join. Also the big RV California RV show out in Pomona from Oct. 15-21. I was advised to pay out of pocket for the warranty work, then see if Roadtrek will reimburse me. You can run the DVD, TV and all interior LED lights just off the soar power. She did everything we asked and pulled an enclosed trailer 3000 miles with absolutely no problems! Neither Hymer nor Thor would return Gerbers calls or issue any comment on the allegations, which only led to more speculation and more rumors. Search by VIN. If the acquisition approval is put on hold by an outpouring of Roadtrak and Hymer owners then provision will have to made to make owners whole. January 22, 2019at5:49 am, Craig Thomas said: I found your response to Rachels question defensive and disappointing. Im also sending this link to some friends who are thinking about getting into RVing. Dealer raised the bed even wit the cushions, but said nothing could be done with the gap. They have families to support and mortgages to pay, yet they put those worries aside and were working very hard to sell the beautiful new vehicles they were displaying. 6/2/2022. Have you checked the individual battery voltages? Ill try to upload a video. November 10, 2012at9:49 am, Gordon Meggison said: I notice this unit also has the mechanical bed. 2018 Roadtrek E-Trek RVs for Sale Near You. January 21, 2019at4:18 pm, Ramona Enger said: Thanks Mike. I bought my Roadtrek RS Adventurous in Nov. 2018 and did not hear about the belly up of the company until Feb, 201. January 21, 2019at1:58 pm, Bev Parkison said: Hate to be negative but financial mismanagement of this sort (if it did happen) is devistating to a company. January 22, 2019at9:50 am, John Bailey said: I dont find any fault with Keep them coming. Some of their vans are built on sprinters, some not. The seat pedestal base anchor brackets to the chassis . Guages on the black water didnt work. I have had bad luck with my RT which I bought a few months ago. Maybe we should now use a new term for Boondocking, or dry camping in the wilderness without hookups or utilities. My info comes from friends who work there and what has been on the public record. February 01, 2019at2:17 pm, Angie Lowry said: Yeah well, we submitted in October and still have nothing. Even the ground effects and body moldings are painted the same color. If you have difficulty registering an account, logging in or need other account-related assistance, send us a message and well get back to you shortly. Mike, do you need help in aerial video? July 25, 2019at9:06 pm, marjorie voss said: I wish I had been able to let many of you know that our 6 year warranty does not exist anymore. September 29, 2012at9:25 am, Rhonda said: Super job in showing us this, Mike. I promised I would let you know how the trip went to NC and GA so here it is. Any idea of the price range if not particular prices by various options? Maybe she will soon, as were doing more videos in Kitchener on more RT models this coming week. Last week. January 22, 2019at8:32 pm, Peter Necarsulmer said: Dear Mike, Hammill told me if you run the engine 20 minutes a day, everything is charged enough to keep you out there for days at a time until you need to go get some more diesel for the engine. Did you trade your RS in for an etrek? Then, this fall, Thor Industries based in Elkhart, IN announced that it had reached an agreement to but the entire worldwide Erwin Hymer Group and all its operations, including the new North American division. Its Americas biggest RV maker. Enter a VIN to learn if a specific vehicle needs to be repaired as part of a recall. Heres what we now know. These issues include safety recalls for your Roadtrek E-TREK 2014 and complaints other owners have filed. Good acceleration, good diesel mileage. this 2017 model has induction stove,800 amp lithium power modules, volt start[auto], 470w solar, underhood gen,diesel alde heat/ht wtr,sreen pkg, and 24 tv. It was our first trip in the Roadtrek and here are my takeaways from the long drive and four nights of sleeping in the rig: It drives best between 65-70 mph. Details of this recall. However, kudos on this story and hope you will promptly update as more info becomes available both from the players and your sources. The owners manuals included facts and illustrations for earlier models, or for components other than those installed on the unit actually delivered. If you are a vehicle owner, search for recalls by your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Enjoy the stories, info, and pics. As with many high-end inverters, this one had a high quality battery charger also incorporated within. January 21, 2019at5:36 pm, Mark Bryant said: Thank you, Mike, for keeping us informed. I am considering consulting an attorney to see if there are any other options. I am scared ? Thank you for your helpful! Or no hot water available for E-version? Due to the ongoing investigation, Thor Industries and EHGs selling shareholders are finalizing discussions to exclude EHGs North American operations from Thors purchase of EHG. I signed in October an order for a 2019 Popular 210 with a delivery date at spring 2019 October 20, 2012at9:10 pm, Bob Murphy said: It also has LED lights inside, replacing the fluorescents in the standard RS. Mercedes has this available everywhere in the world except north America. It drives easily and is super easy to park. The E-Trek uses solar power, fuel cell power and uses the existing bio diesel engine of the vehicle in order to provide more power than has ever been provided to the Class B RV before. Suscpicious at the least. We have rumors of ghost sales of ghost units. We have initiated a detailed audit procedure involving external auditors. January 21, 2019at3:02 pm, Rachel Delacorte said: I never understood your relationship with Roadtrek and I still dont. There are none in the pictures/video. Hope they are able to address the problem and fix it. Erwin Hymer Group is acting in accordance with its zero tolerance policy and is committed to a full and complete investigation. While you were upfront in your article about EHGs sponsorship, you did not disclose until Rachel asked that this includes free use of a Roadtrek that retails for well over $150,000. I agree to receive AutoMD information and announcements by email. Roadtrek E-TREK. I have a 2008 Roadtrek -210 - a class Rv - Do you have any. With the E-Trek, you can reduce January 23, 2019at12:08 pm, Ross Williams said: Has anyone at Roadtrek actually told you anything about your likely future relationship with the company? Im not sure what role it plays in all of this LOL. Youve made quite a name for yourself in the RV world since you started your blog. Mfr's Report Date: Jun 24, 2015 September 30, 2012at7:04 pm, Bob Murphy said: Outstanding! This shouldnt go on. What model? How is it for resale value? $99,500.00 Local Pickup 2007 - Installed original Xantrex ProSine 2.0 Inverter/Charger (Factory reconditioned $750) - This 2000 watt pure sine wave inverter could power our 110V AC compressor type refrigerator and could just power our microwave. This will activate the system and you will hear a click. The installed house battery system troubleshooting would be outside a MB Sprinter Dealers normal range of business. The service allows to compare and analyze statistics for Have seen many posts over the years about out the door RV quality. February 09, 2019at4:45 pm, Byrdie Pillinger said: Yes, I want to know any updates when you get them! Just an idea. This is a huge blow for Roadtrek and the EHGNA. At list 8-10 hours..Why? We recently bought a 2013 Roadtrek E-Trek. Dont know if others are experiencing this but thought you should know. This is an online automotive information provider of a detailed information on complaints, defects and recalls for Personally, I was anticipating a fact-based report from you such as this earlier (even when there were fewer knowns and many more unknowns). Besides the new Hymer models and the towables, a new Jeep camper company was acquired. Very fortuitous as I am currently shopping for an RV for my wife and I when I retire in the spring. Fulltime in a Roadtrek? So I have no first hand knowledge of what is going on there. Hit the road in January 2014 and have been at a dealer to fix something 4 times already with more scheduled into the future. September 30, 2012at2:51 am, Joe Buchman said: Im reading this while boondocking in my 1998 190 V. Online via my smart phone modem ap. These features have been either verified by NHTSA or reported by the vehicle manufacturers as meeting NHTSAs performance criteria. The team there was tightlipped about discussing the scandal swirling around the company, but you could sense the tension and worry. However, what would you think about buying a rig that has been used for camping for a couple weeks before you signed the papers? Can the secon row seats be replaced with storage cabinets for those of who do not travel with extended family or guests. Thanks For the update Mike. By using this tool, you will be able to get records with description of safety issues for vehicles, equipment, tires and child restraints. . Dealers will be able to help answer that soon. Sam Saab. I just quit. February 25, 2019at6:13 pm, Wayne J said: On Feb 4 Thor announced completion of acquisition of EHG minus EHGNA. The blockbuster news is that the North American operation as of today has been excluded from Thors plan to purchase the Erwin Hymer Group (EHG), whose worldwide operations are headquartered in Germany. Together, the two painted a rosy future for the Class B manufacturer. I need work done but have no warranty. Expand the company did, from just over 300 people when Roadtrek was sold to EHG three years ago to nearly 1,000 employes last week. It did have some leak problems with the rear window but we pulled it and replaced the gasket with Buytal tape and should never leak again. Had a few issues the unit being new. Does not matter the class (A, B, C, 5th wheel, etc) or the manufacturer. One of those products is the Roadtrek Zion. It will take several years to recover if they dont go bankrupt. Whom ever put the Lead Acid batteries in this house application -did not do you any favors -unless the decision was based on economics. As stated above, all new RVs (and most used) have problems. I give him credit for speaking up. October 01, 2012at12:54 pm, Gary Hennes said: Mike, Bring one of those up here to Northern MN this winter and lets try it out at -30F. But it is not extortion. I have been an on-the-road ambassador for Roadtrek as weve traveled the country and reported on the RV Lifestyle and they have been one of our sponsors. All rights reserved. I need to have the batteries being charged. Right now - i would be concerned about battery condition. Based on my personal experience with having my Roadtrek in their service bay.STAY AWAY. Really? January 21, 2019at5:34 pm, Mary Snook said: I was worried and sad when they became partners. If you make a sale of a non-existent ghost unit to a non-existent ghost buyer what do you do with the ghost cash you get in payment? Every vehicle has a unique VIN. Some dealers are always looking for ways to avoid warranty work. The Rollover Resistance test measures the risk of rollover in a single-vehicle, loss-of-control scenario. Until their investigation is complete, you do not have enough facts to say that. RvTrader.com always has the largest selection of New Or Used RVs for sale anywhere. Posts: 1. OK, now as to expectations, high or low. I would think you have a big stake in their future plans just like those of us who are employees, dealers or owners do. September 30, 2012at8:43 am, Mike Wendland said: Answers to several comments here: No, Jennifer hasnt driven the e-Trek yet. Not at the Kitchener location. Browse Roadtrek E-TREK RVs for sale on RvTrader.com. reported problems, complaints, recalls for various manufacturers. Get it off the books by paying it to a ghost employee or ghost vendor. I do know from my sources that today, the factories in Kitchener and Cambridge are open, vans are still being built, expenses are being trimmed, possible layoffs and furloughs are being considered and a team of accountants and auditors are going over the books in an effort to find out what went so very wrong and why. The macerator comes with a pre-attached fitting for a garden hose. Roadtrek E-TREK Recalls, Problems and Complaints. On an 06 RS Adventurous with 2500, ride/handling are quite good and mpg is a respectable 21-23 mpg. Thanks again, great video on a superb design. I knew nothing about this until I opened email today. November 10, 2012at9:43 am, Mary Ann Stibbe said: Can you show a larger view of the bathroom. I live in New Jersey and will try to visit one at a dealer nearby this weekend. At the beginning of the introduction of the E-Trek (about 1 year ago) Roadtrek was claiming that you could run the air . https://www.roadtrek.com/locators/?type=service, https://www.roadtrek.com/owners/#section-howto&FAQ, Deye inverter to youthpower battery lifepo4, I have a 48 volt 200 amp hour battery pack it seems to be degrading. No high pressure, friendly, interesting. On Saturday, Gerber published a note he said he received from Hammill, the suspended CEO, who said: I am astounded that you have written something that is fabricated like this. 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