As an immediate measure we assigned Robert Quine and Thomas Martin to support the ongoing operations of EHG NA and the external investigation. BUT, who is that? January 21, 2019at2:20 pm, Ray Brown said: Mike: Thank You for your report. Power consumption of refrigerator as low as 6 A/h ( just for sample ) No matter where you fit in you'll find that iRV2 is a great community to join. The macerator comes with a pre-attached fitting for a garden hose. QUESTION: Do the second row captains seats have adjustable headrests? Had a few issues the unit being new. I want to get far out there, in the woods and mountains and fields and be totally self contained to really test out the power-generating capabilities. This discussion is proudly sponsored by: Please support our sponsors and let them know you heard about their products on iRV2 Thread Tools Very fortuitous as I am currently shopping for an RV for my wife and I when I retire in the spring. January 21, 2019at12:11 pm, Rhonda van Heyst said: Thanks Mike. We purchased an Aktiv and have been very happy with it. You do a very good job and your enthusiasm really shines through. It is really more of a C than a B as it was built on a cutaway chassis. Hit the road in January 2014 and have been at a dealer to fix something 4 times already with more scheduled into the future. Roadtrek E-TREK Recalls, Problems and Complaints. Report a problem with your vehicle, tires, car seats or other equipment. Roadtrek has sponsored us, as has Verizon Wireless, Rad Power Bikes, and various other companies who pay us an advertising fee on the podcast and blog and our various online publications. 6/2/2022. Thus it seems EHGNA will rapidly go bankrupt and owners of Hymer Group NA vehicles will be out of luck. Safari Trek 2830 :: 2002 Safari Trek 2830, Electrical issues - 1999 Roadtrek Popular, Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1. Same thing has happened to me at RV World in Nokomis, Florida. 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. For the sake of the Hymer employees, owners and the future of the industry I hope this is just a bump in the road and not the end of the road. No high pressure, friendly, interesting. RvTrader.com always has the largest selection of New Or Used RVs for sale anywhere. All the cables have been tested in those boxes. October 20, 2012at9:10 pm, Bob Murphy said: It also has LED lights inside, replacing the fluorescents in the standard RS. Component: Electrical System, Manufacturer: Roadtrek Motorhomes Inc. i am in central Florida at 1-877-663-7506. Many higher end models have them built in, one way or another. No problems with any of the appliances. Use Energy Pal to have professionals install an offgrid system! I need work done but have no warranty. Does they have been one of our sponsors and Their relationship with us has been that of a sponsor only mean they pay you or give you a free Roadtrekreoadtrek? Roadtrek Roadside RV Assistance delivers unlimited benefits for your RV. The unit was rolled out to dealers and salesmen who lacked the training needed to explain operation of the on-board features. AGM Batteriesvs Flooded Batteries: What's Be Powered by vBulletin Version 3.8.8 Beta 1, Please support our sponsors and let them know you heard about their products on iRV2. Everything is fine with the alternator and the house batteries under the hood. She did everything we asked and pulled an enclosed trailer 3000 miles with absolutely no problems! Combines the Side Barrier Driver and the Side Pole Star Ratings into a Front Seat rating. Sign up and get a free Packing List for your next trip and free perks, discounts and RV travel tips! If you're underneath, you can see all the connections between the tanks and the utility bay panel you see when you open the doors along the bottom of the Roadtrek - fresh water and shore power hookups, gray and black water handles . January 23, 2019at8:05 am, Mike Wendland said: Almost all Class B RV makers are taking a long time for orders right now because so many people are buying Class Bs. Weve learned to manage just fine for 4 to 7 days without solar or generators so, for us, power consumption has never never the biggest issue. Plan for the worst and hope for the best. The Side Barrier test simulates an intersection collision between a standing vehicle and moving barrier at 38.5 mph. I live in Elora, Ontario just outside Kitchener and, although weve had a factory tour, were now anxious to return to see this model and ask more questions. January 21, 2019at3:02 pm, Rachel Delacorte said: I never understood your relationship with Roadtrek and I still dont. I honestly dont know. OWNER'S ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Now you can get the protection you need, anywhere you go. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Hi Mike October 06, 2012at1:58 pm, Mike Wendland said: Hi Bill they havent announced pricing yet. Gerber has recently re-acquired RV Daily Report from the folks to which he sold and is once again the Publisher. complete owners manual is available on this page: Understanding what components are present and where located is necessary to pinpoint the fault that is happening that leads to the system failure. Thanks for the update and as much explanation as was given. Other RVers that have different brands owned by Thor say the same thing. Quality control seams to be a industry wide problem. OR have pretty deep pockets and a list of trusted handy guys to bail you out. Greg Gerber has re-acquired RV Daily Report from the folks to which he sold. Having been involved in a couple of acquisitions or mergers in my career these type of things come up while the purchaser is doing their due diligence. I guess your current RV is from Roadtrek. Some even having to have the conversion completely rebuilt. Roadtrek E-trek issues - iRV2 Forums iRV2 Forums > MOTORHOME FORUMS > Class B Motorhome Discussions Mission Statement: Supporting thoughtful exchange of knowledge, values and experience among RV enthusiasts. NHTSA does not record VIN information or results provided through this tool. I have the 2006 model with the single wheels. January 22, 2019at9:01 am, Alan MacRae said: January 22, 2019at12:36 am, Ron Gilbert said: Mike, I was going to buy a Carado Axion Studio, an entry level Dodge 1500 Ram, with a pop top, and a small Lithium 400 system. 2017 roadtrek cs adv e-trek, e-trek pkg on a cs-adv floorplan- perfect marriage ! Based on my personal experience with having my Roadtrek in their service bay.STAY AWAY. Have not paid for a hotel for 2 to 3 conferences per year in Vegas for those 15 years, lived in it full time in Florida for five months 5 or so years ago. Hit the road in January 2014 and have been at a dealer to fix something 4 times already with more scheduled into the future. They were told to stop building and do inventory and clean out their lockers. Not sure why the 3500 chassis is needed. There is a 5 gap between the back and the seat. yep! You said you turned your unit back in to Roadtrek last week and now you are shopping for some other brand to buy or rent. Do you need advice on what products to buy? Each one of these represents a separate bank of the battery system. Second-in-command was Hammills longtime friend, Howard Stratton, who was named Chief Operations Officer. I do not work for the company and they are not returning media calls or offering any more information other than what has been reported. February 02, 2019at1:40 pm, William Browne said: We have to wait until the dust settles. And the Mercedes guy said that issue is either in the battery box or the box where they all meet. A source at the factory told me today that employees are shell shocked, over the latest developments and that rumors and speculation are running wild, with nothing more coming from EHGNA leaders except the letter, which ended by saying: As we are managing this situation, the best course of action for all of us is to remain focused on maintaining the consistently high standards of service our customers and partners have come to expect.. Dont shoot the messenger. I signed in October an order for a 2019 Popular 210 with a delivery date at spring 2019 1 Roadtrek E-TREK RV in Windsor Locks, CT. The Rear Seat rating is derived from the Side Barrier Rear Passenger rating. Seriously, they are as comfortable and comfy as my home recliner. January 21, 2019at1:48 pm, Steve Shaw said: Hi Mike, this is the most comprehensive article on this matter Ive read the past few days. I am sure there will be widespread industry speculation and more rumors. View our entire inventory of New or Used Roadtrek E-trek RVs. In one fell swoop, the E-Trek eliminates our biggest issue in our desired style of camping the propane generator noise. All rights reserved. Love this machine! . I actually bought my 2018 Roadtrek CS XL largely based on the fact that since you had a Roadtrek, had videos, podcasts and obvious experience and knowledge it must be the best brand to purchase. Yes, I will be at the by MARVAC Michigan camping show, probably Thursday and Friday. Maybe now we should call it Boontreking.. I have been involved in the due deligence process and that is why they do it. 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. I worry a lot about air conditioning in high temperatures but I love the promise of propane-free, generator-free cruising and will watch closely as the consumer feedback rolls in. The panel appeared to show the shore power was charging the batteries. because max charging current for acid battery 10 -15 A/h Any comments?? Then we can hope they will release some sort of report or statement that answers all the questions people have. Per Roadtrek (Mac in warranty service), I will have to pay out of pocket and submit receipts to Roadtrek for reimbursement. Can anybody see any glimmer of hope? I am considering consulting an attorney to see if there are any other options. J/k in reference to all the batteries. With the E-Trek's diesel fuel design, and solar charging system to help offset power use, you can enjoy being off-the-grid without increasing your carbon footprint. January 22, 2019at9:50 am, John Bailey said: I dont find any fault with Browse Roadtrek E-TREK RVs for sale on RvTrader.com. Youtube They did you a favor by not attempting to service your unit. By using this tool, you will be able to get records with description of safety issues for vehicles, equipment, tires and child restraints. You are using an out of date browser. (one would think) again, have enjoyed your articles and talking to you on the phone. RvTrader.com always has the largest selection of New Or Used RVs for sale anywhere. Other than the above minor repairs, driving the vehicle was great. I really like your style. Each one of these represents a separat. Posts: 1. I am sure they have to be very careful about what they say while an investigation is underway. At list 8-10 hours..Why? I need to have the batteries being charged. EHG formed a separate North American division Erwin Hymer Group North America (EHGNA) that included Roadtrek when it purchased Roadtrek Motorhomes some three years ago. I would guess the ultimate guarantor is Erwin Hymer Group Europe. Every vehicle has a unique VIN. An RS E-Trek iAWD would be the ultimate 4 season go everywhere vehicle. The company added some other brands like en entry level priced van called the Carado. We wish to inform you about recent developments in our company. The Side Pole Barrier test simulates a crash into a fixed object like a tree or utility pole. Hammill was always positive, always pointing to the rapid growth as a measure of EHGNAs great success. Help! Contact the manufacturer. Its Americas biggest RV maker. And Ill be testing the E-Trek in real conditions out in the field in a couple weeks. View our entire inventory of New Or Used Roadtrek RVs. The connection for the dump tanks outside, poor planning with shut off valve, cant close the hatch, since the valve is in the way, have to travel with it partly open. Complaints about the unit not meeting its marketing hype, led to customer service reps reminding me that the Simplicity SRT, after all, was an entry unit, and thus was a victim of excessive expectations. The Airstream Interstate Sprinter model, closest competitor to the Roadtrek E-Trek but without all the green/solar power options is $140-$145K. Roadtrek Popular 210 - year 2015. Copyright 2023 RV Lifestyle. 5000 W, There is a box where all the cables power plug-in youll see an image in my first one. Recall Summary: Roadtrek motorhomes inc. (roadtrek) is recalling certain model year 2014 cs adventurous, e-trek, rs adventurous, ss agile, and ts adventurous vehicles manufactured from September 18, 2013, through April 9, 2015, and built on a mercedes-benz sprinter chassis.. If I had to guess and its only a guess Id bet it will $120K to $135K depending on options. Bed was very uncomfortable, the gap between the backrest and the seat when in the bed mode was simply uncomfortable. He is once again the Publisher of RV Daily Report. The 240 watt solar panel just needs daylight to generate power, not direct sunlight. In all, we traveled about 2,300 miles through seven states - from Michigan to Florida, and back. Really test them out. January 21, 2019at11:41 am, David Anway said: Keep us updated when You get any info, and thanks for the update. Their relationship with us has been that of a sponsor only. RVTrader.com is not responsible for the accuracy of the information. In an internal statement sent to EHGNA employees this morning, signed by two EHG worldwide CEO Martin Brandt and CFO Stefan Junker, the company confirmed several managers have been suspended as a result of the investigation but dd not specify who they were. Was uncovered no doubt as due dilligence was being done before finalizing the purchase by Thor. iRV2.com RV Community - Are you about to start a new improvement on your RV or need some help with some maintenance? I get that. reported problems, complaints, recalls for various manufacturers. has all the right equipment and is ready for the season. January 22, 2019at7:42 am, Mike Wendland said: I see no reason you can not do so. I just returned from the Tampa RV Supershow, where both Roadtrek and EHGNA sales and support people were displaying and selling new models. Have you checked the individual battery voltages? Maybe we should now use a new term for Boondocking, or dry camping in the wilderness without hookups or utilities. The regulators would include US Federal, Canada Federal, Ontario, Indiana, and EU. Theres now a second row of seating in upgraded, very plush swivel captain-style chairs. The frontal barrier test simulates a head-on collision between two similar vehicles, each moving at 35 mph. Lead Acid 6v batteries need maintenance watering ~once a month. I am scared ? I echo Jacks comment get ahold of an eTrek and really test it for us future buyers. January 28, 2019at11:54 am, Finley Willis said: Roadtreks USA/Canada operation began a downward trend soon after the Hymer takeover, driven by efforts for larger market share. Millions of buyers are looking for their next RV on RV Trader this month! We recently bought a 2013 Roadtrek E-Trek. As I understand it, the "new" Roadtrek was planning to start manufacturing this week. I live in New Jersey and will try to visit one at a dealer nearby this weekend. Roadtrek is essentially a nameplate of EHG, not a separate company. Im not sure whether the newer one with duals would give her more stability. Not just lead acid batteries? We live just north of Dayton, Ohio and could drive to Michigan unless you happen to be driving down this way. The inverter panel was positioned to power save mode, the battery disconnect switch was illuminated. Of sold inventory being hidden when someone comes to count. If not -batteries could be just dead. I have a 2008 Roadtrek -210 - a class Rv - Do you have any. Heres what we now know. Lots of optional setups. . Not 21/22 but decent. The E-Trek is all electric. As stated above, all new RVs (and most used) have problems. Instead, it provides all the juice you need through an advanced generator system that runs off the vehicle engine, aided by a solar panel and optional fuel cells. January 21, 2019at5:34 pm, Heather E Worden said: Thank you appreciate the info, and hope youll continue as you know more. 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