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Luxury caravan defects lead to court battle for Somerset West consultant

19.05.2026 00:01 1 min 2 sources
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Luxury caravan defects lead to court battle for Somerset West consultant
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A Somerset West consultant has filed a lawsuit in the Johannesburg High Court against Elite Luxury Off Road Vehicles, seeking 756,695 rand for a Ng’Ombe Off Roader 6.2 caravan with 14 to 18 defects, including water leaks and safety issues.

A Somerset West consultant has filed a lawsuit in the Johannesburg High Court against caravan manufacturer Elite Luxury Off Road Vehicles. The plaintiff is seeking compensation of 756,695 rand for a Ng’Ombe Off Roader 6.2 caravan purchased for 1.25 million rand.

According to the plaintiff, upon delivery in April 2023, the caravan had between 14 and 18 defects, including water leaks and safety issues. The manufacturer disputes the claims, asserting that the defects were rectified and that the damage was caused by the customer's negligence. The plaintiff sold the caravan for 550,000 rand, increasing the claimed losses to the current amount.

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