RV Problems

2012Coleman wrote:

op wrote:
I wonder how much of this is unrealistic expectations on the part of new RV buyers.

:H

Old-Biscuit wrote:
I don't buy into your premise that a 'newbie' that buys a $50,000 RV doesn't get high quality unit just because they haven't gone thru the process of education & experience.

Whether newbie or old salt, when you plunk down your monies the RV should be expected to perform as intended.

It's called: "Warranty of Merchantability"
To be "merchantable", the goods must reasonably conform to an ordinary buyer's expectations, i.e., they are what they say they are.
The warranty of merchantability is implied, unless expressly disclaimed by name, or the sale is identified with the phrase "as is" or "with all faults."

Folks having their new RVs in for warranty repairs that end up being in shop for 9-13 months are not meeting the minimum standards of 'mechantability'

This is a direct result of mfg's lack of quality control and piece mill work practices.

Well stated OB.

When I buy a new rig - regardless of the price, I expect the thing to work. I expect the pipes to hold water pressure, I expect the AC to blow cold air, I expect it won't leak, I expect the fridge to cool my food and my stove to heat it. I expect the electrical system works and I expect the slides to work.

Unreasonable you say? Do you own an RV dealership or something?

2012coleman,

I don't think anybody ever said "unreasonable". I think the phrase was "unrealistic". There is a big difference in the two. If you expect everything to work on a new RV then you have "unrealistic" expectations or you are new to the RV world.