QUESTION: Do the second row captains seats have adjustable headrests? Thanks for the update on this. I have always been upfront about being sponsored by them, which includes the use of a vehicle. The company added some other brands like en entry level priced van called the Carado. At the time, the company announced plans to expand in North America, with new Hymer-specific vans as well as European-styled travel trailers and perhaps even larger motorhomes. 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 Mr. Hymer will continue to own the North American operation while all this plays out. Safari Trek 2830 :: 2002 Safari Trek 2830, Electrical issues - 1999 Roadtrek Popular, Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1. She did everything we asked and pulled an enclosed trailer 3000 miles with absolutely no problems! 2000 Road trek everything. 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.. 5.0. 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. The vehicle identification number tells you if your car is affected. Then we can hope they will release some sort of report or statement that answers all the questions people have. November 10, 2012at9:49 am, Gordon Meggison said: I notice this unit also has the mechanical bed. He is once again the Publisher of RV Daily Report. Date Manufactured: Jun 24, 2015 I can only say to just give the company time to complete its investigation. All rights reserved. Camping in state/US parks, after our first night we wanted to try out the built-in coffee maker and had to fire up the propane generator to do so. You are currently viewing our boards as a guest so you have limited access to our community. This new etrack looks like it would fit our needs perfectly. I promised I would let you know how the trip went to NC and GA so here it is. I'm considering purchasing a 2015 e-Trek; doing some online research I'm finding a few posts where owners are not pleased at all with their units. Even if Jim Hammill wasnt involved, as the CEO, he has ultimate responsibility. Keep up the good work it is appreciated! NHTSAs 5-Star Safety Ratings help consumers compare vehicle safety when searching for a car. Combines Side Barrier and Side Pole Star Ratings into a single side rating. January 23, 2019at3:19 pm, Tom Barr said: I was watching Hymer before they came to North America. Before that we were considering an Era. Similarly today, Thor has also issued a statement of its pending acquisition of the Erwin Hymer Group that pointedly noted that their offer has been revised to exclude the North American division from its purchase. BUT, who is that? Because of my disability I can't move around in it very . Jim Hammill is a good man who has made Roadtrek a leader in the industry and offered his customers the best in customer service and innovative products. ]Sorry I missed read your last post I will look for that fuse. Dont know if others are experiencing this but thought you should know. January 21, 2019at12:11 pm, Rhonda van Heyst said: Thanks Mike. Not sure about the reporting irregularities. Ron, I do not work for the company and have no information other than what I have reported. They are doing an audit. We have rumors of ghost sales of ghost units. Report a safety problem Find recalls by VIN. Sign up and get a free Packing List for your next trip and free perks, discounts and RV travel tips! And Ill be testing the E-Trek in real conditions out in the field in a couple weeks. Not just lead acid batteries? Please refer to the RV Trader Terms of Use for further information. Their acquisition of Road Trek was a logical move which if done properly was in the best interest of Road Trek and the RV public. It is really more of a C than a B as it was built on a cutaway chassis. Hammill, who was out of the office on sick leave was reportedly home at the time he was notified of the suspension. I just quit. Are you heading to the Detroit rv show Oct. 3-7? Erwin Hymer Group North America, Inc. is recalling 1,701 model year 2013-2019 Roadtrek E-Trek, RS Adventurous, CS Adventurous, and TS Adventurous motorhomes built on Sprinter chassis and equipped with one or two second row captain's chairs with integrated seat belts. Ill try to upload a video. I don't think your problems are out of the ordinary. OP my bad the fuse is usually located within 18 inches of the. After a slow start, a line of ultra light weight towables the Hymer Touring GT was introduced. Roadtrek is wonderful. My father let my family borrow his e-trek. Component: Air Bags. Love this machine! 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. Gps doesnt work worth a tinkers dam, and cant see the back up sensor since it is too far from the drivers seat, especially if the sun is out. Each one of these represents a separate bank of the battery system. 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 . Youtube Really test them out. By using this tool, you will be able to get records with description of safety issues for vehicles, equipment, tires and child restraints. 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. We are so thankful for your reporting. Report a problem with your vehicle, tires, car seats or other equipment. Other RVers that have different brands owned by Thor say the same thing. IMHO, that owner(s) continue to have the responsibilities from its latest customer contracts and the contracts customers had with RT before the purchase. September 29, 2012at8:16 am, Gordon said: Mike, nice video. By using this tool, you will be able to get records with description of safety issues for vehicles, equipment, tires and child restraints. If so, can we come see it as it is not at a dealer yet. I have an RS ADV 2012 and have asked RT to work on improving the bed. Very nice I wonder what the RV Rental Prices would be on the E Trek? Maybe we should now use a new term for Boondocking, or dry camping in the wilderness without hookups or utilities. January 22, 2019at8:19 pm, Peter Necarsulmer said: Dear Larry We hope our site will help with selecting of a reliable and safe car. Roadtrek Roadside RV Assistance delivers unlimited benefits for your RV. January 21, 2019at12:01 pm, Ken Bole said: January 28, 2019at12:20 pm, Nick Mead said: Just took my 2018 Simplicity to La Mesa RV in Mesa Az for warranty work. Pretty muchindefinitely. Sobottom line. This allows the owner to say out in the field, not connected to shore power, for much longer periods of time.. View our entire inventory of New Or Used Roadtrek RVs. 2023 Roadtrek Zion EXT 600 AH Lithium Power System Power Rear Lounge ***MSRP is $162,878.20, Our Price is $129,990*** Ram ProMaster 3500 EXT Chassis, Dodge 3.6L Gas V6, 24 Valve Engine With 360 Foot Pounds of Torque, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission With Tow . And sounds like the bio diesel is used as the genset now? Ram ProMaster 3500 extended van Four Gas Up to Three MSRP Starting at Greg Gerber has re-acquired RV Daily Report from the folks to which he sold. 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. September 29, 2012at3:09 pm, Fred Showker said: Sweet unit if it actually lives up to the claims. No matter where you fit in you'll find that iRV2 is a great community to join. They had to know this type of thing could happen. Waterpump is not working. 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. Mike Thanks for sharing this info. Im already planning my trips to go BoonTreking in an RS E-Trek. The installed house battery system troubleshooting would be outside a MB Sprinter Dealers normal range of business. It seems to me people are looking to you for certainty when you really dont have any yourself. Are we letting the RV industry and its manufacturer and dealerships off the hook too easily? I am sure they have to be very careful about what they say while an investigation is underway. You must log in or register to reply here. Just an idea. The seat pedestal base anchor brackets to the chassis . If not -batteries could be just dead. Does anyone know where I can download a manual for a 2019 sunlight V2 made by the erwin hymer group for camping world. For that matter, a 34 inch garden hose would also work for shorter distances (less than 25 feet). Details of this recall. Terrible for the company and their employees and those recently let go. Weve also always driven a Roadtrek (currently a 2002 popular 190). I just returned from the Tampa RV Supershow, where both Roadtrek and EHGNA sales and support people were displaying and selling new models. To properly power up your Roadtrek to get 12 volt power inside or shore power, you need to turn on your power modules. RV Trader Disclaimer: The information provided for each listing is supplied by the seller and/or other third parties. January 21, 2019at2:43 pm, WilliamBrowne said: Mike: Thanks for the info. I love wilderness camping. October 03, 2012at6:51 pm, Bob Murphy said: Also, check out how uncluttered the drivers side of the E-tek is compared to a propane-powered RS. These issues include safety recalls for your Roadtrek E-TREK 2014 and complaints other owners have filed. Hi Mike, Thanks for the update. We purchased a Hymer Sunlight last February. Surely hope warranties are honored. 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. All the cables have been tested in those boxes. OWNER'S ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Now you can get the protection you need, anywhere you go. The web site must be shut down? Combines Driver and Passenger star ratings into a single frontal rating. You can run the DVD, TV and all interior LED lights just off the soar power. If the van was RVIA certified - this info was generated and documented. Bed was very uncomfortable, the gap between the backrest and the seat when in the bed mode was simply uncomfortable. I have promised an update on the scandal and disturbing news about financial irregularities swirling around Roadtrek motorhomes corporate parent, the Erwin Hymer Group of North America. Would like to retrofit with as many e-trek ideas as possible . Thanks Mike you are a quality person and I am thankful for your voice. January 29, 2019at7:41 am, Mike Wendland said: All of the La Mesa RV locations in AZ are only doing warranty work on units bought at their individual stores. I am scared ? 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. October 20, 2012at9:10 pm, Bob Murphy said: It also has LED lights inside, replacing the fluorescents in the standard RS. 6/1/2022. Enter a VIN to learn if a specific vehicle needs to be repaired as part of a recall. Second-in-command was Hammills longtime friend, Howard Stratton, who was named Chief Operations Officer. Roadtrek seems like a great rig. January 21, 2019at5:36 pm, Mark Bryant said: Thank you, Mike, for keeping us informed. has all the right equipment and is ready for the season. As has been mentioned, these are complex machines, and bugs won't really shake out till it is being used a bit, driven a bit. Our users can find data on mass market car models from most popular brands. Anyone attending either show, just email me when youre there and well meet. Mfr's Report Date: Jun 24, 2015 . I was hoping the regulatory authorities would block the acquisition until the issues with EHGNA were resolved and could be included. 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. You are using an out of date browser. Solar, alternator, battery, inverter they all meet in this one box, Equalizer. 5 Visitor Centers That You Won't Want To Miss. keep us informed on the attorney, thought that might be a good idea myself. Hammill was always positive, always pointing to the rapid growth as a measure of EHGNAs great success. Javascript must be enabled for the correct page display, 7 RV Safety Products for Seniors & RVers with Disabilities, RV Upgrade Thats Actually Worth It: Battle Born Batteries, 5 Fun Things to Do While Sanibel Island RV Camping. 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 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. I am considering consulting an attorney to see if there are any other options. They use the term reporting irregularities. You are using an out of date browser. January 21, 2019at1:15 pm, Vicki L Faulkner said: January 21, 2019at12:52 pm, Dave mueller said: January 21, 2019at12:30 pm, Leslie F Murdock said: Mike 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. Please take the time to register and you will gain a lot of great new features including; the ability to participate in discussions, network with other RV owners, see fewer ads, upload photographs, create an RV blog, send private messages and so much, much more! (According to statistics from U.S. Recreation Vehicle Industry Association and Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association.] This has been a problem for some time, so I brought it to the attention of RT this week. November 10, 2012at9:43 am, Mary Ann Stibbe said: Can you show a larger view of the bathroom. Our users can find data on mass market car models from most popular brands. Ill be curious about your thoughts on these matters after your true trial run, Mike. January 23, 2019at8:03 am, Mike Wendland said: I have no information other than the story I have reported. Does not matter the class (A, B, C, 5th wheel, etc) or the manufacturer. Each one of those plugs is for a different source of power. Copyright 2023 RV Lifestyle. Facebook Erwin Hymer Group is acting in accordance with its zero tolerance policy and is committed to a full and complete investigation. 6/3/2022. In the history of RVs, hookups came much later. These features have been either verified by NHTSA or reported by the vehicle manufacturers as meeting NHTSAs performance criteria. There are two other factors that I suggest Roadtrek should look at if theyre truly serious about wooing boondockers: 1)Fresh water tank capacity. Just the sort of info-guess I was hoping for! As a leader in the community, I suggest the regulators are contacted and the sale blocked until there is clarity around honoring warranties and compensating owners for loss of value. January 21, 2019at5:34 pm, Heather E Worden said: Thank you appreciate the info, and hope youll continue as you know more. Maybe the consumers of this product have got used to lowered expectations? JavaScript is disabled. Guages on the black water didnt work. As stated above, all new RVs (and most used) have problems. Are there others out there who have had to wait 9 months or more for delivery of a new Roadtrek? Or They sponsor your trips and you get to expense the places you stay? The service allows to compare and analyze statistics for Please register or sign in with a different email. Heres what we now know. September 29, 2012at9:25 am, Rhonda said: Super job in showing us this, Mike. It would surely help if EHGNA would explain the situation better to its employees, customers, suppliers and those who have deposited money and are expecting new vans to be built. One of those products is the Roadtrek Zion. This bed is the most uncomfortable bed ever. An RS E-Trek iAWD would be the ultimate 4 season go everywhere vehicle. Used 2019 Roadtrek E-Trek CS Adventurous XL Edition $119,995. And those second row captains chairs ARE super comfy. Keep up the good work. 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. How is it for resale value? Thats the other limiting factor for boondocking in my experience. However, what would you think about buying a rig that has been used for camping for a couple weeks before you signed the papers? Thanks for the pics and video. February 16, 2019at7:16 am, Ted Chura said: At 6:15 am Saturday, I cannot access Roadtreks official site: Vehicles Affected: 335, Manufacturer: Roadtrek Motorhomes Inc. Roadtrek/Hymer has at least two other couples they have similarly sponsored, as do other large RV manufacturers here and abroad. Mikes response. Grid Interactive and Inspection Approved 48V System, Solar Friendly Heat Pump Air Conditioners. The email you entered is not registered with AutoMD. http://www.roadtrek.com. RoadTrek is still in business..with a dealer network. Thanks again for your excellent journalism reflect throughout this story. First year did 13,000 miles with my wife and our FOUR kids (put in side facing seat belts in the back) over 2 1/2 months of summer vacation (went from SLC, to Disneyland, over the Golden Gate, took a right to the Statue of Liberty, then to Kitchner, over Lake Michigan on a car ferry, to Badlands, Rushmore, Devils Tower and home again. I pray they can work this out. 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