Somerset West consultant Brett Laubser has filed a lawsuit in the Johannesburg High Court against Elite Luxury Off-Road Vehicles over defects in a Ng’Ombe Off Roader 6.2 caravan purchased for 1.25 million rand. Within two weeks of delivery in April 2023, 14 defects were identified, including shower leaks, a non-functioning rear-view camera, and an unregistered vehicle. After unsuccessful repair attempts and a further 11 defects found in October 2023, Laubser cancelled the contract and demanded a refund.
The manufacturer disputes the claims, asserting all defects were fixed and that the caravan was sold for 550,000 rand through WeBuyCars in April 2025. According to one source, the total number of defects reached 18, including safety issues. The lawsuit is based on Section 61(1) of the Consumer Protection Act, which imposes strict liability for unsafe goods.