Why does my Rialta generator refuse to start?
Another common problem with the generator concerns the low battery condition in the coach. If the coach battery is very low on charge, the generator will refuse to start. The solution to this is simple: start the engine of the Rialta and with the engine running, then go ahead and start the generator.
Are there any problems with the Winnebago Rialta?
While there have been a few problems on the VW side of the design, the Winnebago design for the coach side door has been a major headache for Rialta owners. Only in 2002 did Winnebago change the design to eliminate the source of all the problems.
How long is the warranty on a VW Rialta?
Compare the warranty on other new RVs. VW covers the power train for 5 years / 50,000 miles and the chassis/cab for 2 years / 24,000 miles. Winnebago covers the coach body for 2 years/24,000 miles. All other models made by Winnebago have only a basic 1 year warranty.
How big is the holding tank on a VW Rialta?
You may request a copy of such a list of VW dealers that service Rialtas by requesting a copy to be mailed or faxed to you. Contact Volkswagen of America at 1-800-DRIVEVW. The capacity of the “black water” (sewer) holding tank is only 13 gallons.
What was the first problem with the Winnebago Rialta?
The first involved Winnebago cutting into the system by adding the overhead AC outlets just behind the driver. Winnebago then proceeded to overfill the systems with 48 oz. of Freon instead of 39 oz. For a number of years, there was frequently and costly compressor failure until somebody finally figured out that 39 oz. was the proper amount.
Are there any problems with the Rialta air conditioner?
In what has to be the most poorly designed air conditioning compressor ever used in an automotive application, Rialta owners have had to bear the cost of solving this problem. There are two distinct problems noted with the “dash air” of the Rialta.
Where does the Rialta motor home come from?
In most cases, you’ll be able to park closer to your destination than other RVs of a larger size. Precision engineering has always been the hallmark of German automobiles. The front cab, engine, and drive train of the Rialta are designed and built in Germany.
What kind of battery does a Rialta have?
Coach Battery Specification The original Rialtas built from 1995-2000 came with only one coach battery as standard equipment. But by 1999, most dealers were ordering their coaches from Winnebago with the second optional battery already installed.
Which is the least expensive generator for a Rialta?
The generator set used in the Rialta is the smallest and least expensive model built by the manufacturer. Accordingly, its quality of design and parts is also the lowest of their entire line. This is true whether the brand is the original Generac or the later Onan.