Our van has leaked water from the day we picked it up(new). No one can seem to find how the water gets in. We had cupboards that rotted in the corners but were replaced under warranty,but it still leaks when it rains hard such as in a storm. Its now out of warranty but its still leaks more than ever before but i was told that the silicone had deteriorated and that the roof sealant is only good for 12 months and should be inspected. The last silicopne seal on part of van was 17 months ago but i was told that it also not covered by warranty. Not all repairs, but some that were done ,we got no detailed scope of works paper work.During the COVID period, on our first trip the brakes failed but not covered under warranty because we left the service out due to covid and we paid $3000 TOTAL COST. doors falling off,cupboards falling off the wall, micro-wave fell out onto floor allthough it was a bumpy road but thats why i got the OUTBACK. THE LIST GOES ON. If /when we get it fixed ,can someone recommend a better brand of van to buy CHEERS
Bicyclecamper said
05:04 PM Aug 13, 2025
Their is no good brand in oz anymore, maybe an early Golf. I wouldn't buy a new van in australia, even if I won the lotto, crap new vans everywhere.
Our van has leaked water from the day we picked it up(new). No one can seem to find how the water gets in. We had cupboards that rotted in the corners but were replaced under warranty,but it still leaks when it rains hard such as in a storm. Its now out of warranty but its still leaks more than ever before but i was told that the silicone had deteriorated and that the roof sealant is only good for 12 months and should be inspected. The last silicopne seal on part of van was 17 months ago but i was told that it also not covered by warranty. Not all repairs, but some that were done ,we got no detailed scope of works paper work.During the COVID period, on our first trip the brakes failed but not covered under warranty because we left the service out due to covid and we paid $3000 TOTAL COST. doors falling off,cupboards falling off the wall, micro-wave fell out onto floor allthough it was a bumpy road but thats why i got the OUTBACK. THE LIST GOES ON. If /when we get it fixed ,can someone recommend a better brand of van to buy CHEERS