Is this "normal" number of problems with motorhome?
Let me begin with the idea that this is not a "let's bash the manufacturer" thread. I am curious about whether or not the number of repairs/issues I have had with my motorhome is typical.
Itasca Ellipse 42QD (same as Winnebago Tour) purchased new in 2013. We are not fulltimers but live in it about 9 - 10 months per year.
Driven about 20,000 miles. No issues with engine, transmission, Aqua Hot, air conditioners, slide outs or tires and wheels.
In the past 3 (approximately) years the following have replaced or repaired:
2 separate leaks in full wall slide
2 rearview mirrors replaced - bad cameras
2 Fantastic fans replaced - rear bath and 1/2 bath
2 Thermostats replaced
2 Toilet seats replaced - metal hinges corroded. No, not from poor
aim, as the one I virtually never use corroded too.
2 Shower heads replaced - vacuum button would engage but not release
Crack in Corian counter in kitchen
Small separation of caulk between front cap and body causing leak on interior of windshield
Replace rheostat on an overhead light dimmer switch
Replace plastic clip that holds refrigerator door shut
I have read the posts from some who have had lengthy and sometimes numerous repairs on brand new rigs. They have my sympathy. These items I list have occurred over a period of time and usually have been addressed in short order.
Am I whining? Am I naive? It just seems that when we wend our way home, we end up with a stop at Winnebago for some type of repair.
Should I just be quiet and glad that these are the only things to go wrong? Should I be quiet and figure that these items are the "price of admission" to RVing and move along with my life? Should I wail and gnash my teeth and get no sympathy and just get over it?
Gee, I feel better already.
Itasca Ellipse 42QD (same as Winnebago Tour) purchased new in 2013. We are not fulltimers but live in it about 9 - 10 months per year.
Driven about 20,000 miles. No issues with engine, transmission, Aqua Hot, air conditioners, slide outs or tires and wheels.
In the past 3 (approximately) years the following have replaced or repaired:
2 separate leaks in full wall slide
2 rearview mirrors replaced - bad cameras
2 Fantastic fans replaced - rear bath and 1/2 bath
2 Thermostats replaced
2 Toilet seats replaced - metal hinges corroded. No, not from poor
aim, as the one I virtually never use corroded too.
2 Shower heads replaced - vacuum button would engage but not release
Crack in Corian counter in kitchen
Small separation of caulk between front cap and body causing leak on interior of windshield
Replace rheostat on an overhead light dimmer switch
Replace plastic clip that holds refrigerator door shut
I have read the posts from some who have had lengthy and sometimes numerous repairs on brand new rigs. They have my sympathy. These items I list have occurred over a period of time and usually have been addressed in short order.
Am I whining? Am I naive? It just seems that when we wend our way home, we end up with a stop at Winnebago for some type of repair.
Should I just be quiet and glad that these are the only things to go wrong? Should I be quiet and figure that these items are the "price of admission" to RVing and move along with my life? Should I wail and gnash my teeth and get no sympathy and just get over it?
Gee, I feel better already.
