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3.8
Overall quality
3.0
Floorplan
4.8
Driving/towing
3.0
Factory warranty
2.8

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Kris Hasenfratz

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Reviewed on December 8, 2017

RV reviewed 2013 Forest River Cedar Creek 35QB4 view listing

2.2
We purchased our trailer new in October of 2012. We absolutely loved the layout, the perceived quality etc, went way over our budget but felt it was worth it if we could make the numbers work. Picked it up and had 3 pages of repairs that needed to be done. Nothing major but stuff that you feel should have... read more
We purchased our trailer new in October of 2012. We absolutely loved the layout, the perceived quality etc, went way over our budget but felt it was worth it if we could make the numbers work. Picked it up and had 3 pages of repairs that needed to be done. Nothing major but stuff that you feel should have been done before you get it. Broken closet handle, trim missing, bunk mounts broken, shower door leaking, outdoor speaker not working etc. Took it back to dealer they fixed almost all of them, within the first week we used it had a cupboard door open up when we put slide in it ripped door off and damaged wood but we fixed it. Had the countertop in outside kitchen replaced as it got wet somehow and swelled. It’s swelled again and still can’t find where water is getting in to it but we deal with it. Window in front bedroom slide can’t be opened as it pulls seal up with it if screen is in, they fixed it once and it did it again. So we just don’t open it. Floor got ripped up from screws popping through under dinette slide we repaired that as best we could as new flooring was over 900 to get flooring to match. We have a wall in back bunk area coming apart below cubby opening, not sure why, doesn’t appear wet just coming unglued. Our slide out in master bedroom the base of it appears to be swelling and pushing out, yet again it doesn’t feel wet, unsure as to why this is happening. Other things but stuff you just deal with. All this is bad enough but tolerable, but after our first real trip out of state we discovered a new major problem. When we went to hook up camper this July we noticed a huge crack in trim around the kingpin box and about a one inch gap appeared where the underside of trailer was pushing up into what’s our closet area. We could see the trim screws falling out etc. We had no idea what caused this as trailer was not in an accident. We had no idea what this could possibly be or what was wrong just knew it couldn’t be good. When we got to campground we took the weight back off truck and the gap closed back up. Stuff was still cracked and seams were no longer sealed but at least Gap was gone. We took it to campground as we were already hooked up to go and prayed it was nothing major. We got to campground and started researching possible causes and what we saw made our hearts sink. Another person with a trailer one year older then ours had his kingpin weld go bad it cost around 6k to get fixed but I think he was within first year so manufacturer covered it. We are five years into ours and knew it wouldn’t be covered but your frame should be covered it’s the whole foundation of trailer. So we weren’t happy but were trying to figure out how to pay to fix it. We were afraid to tow it to dealer as they were over an hour away. There was an RV repair shop just ten miles from campground so we called them and asked them to look at it and they agreed. So we dropped it off there on Saturday July 29th. We waited till Friday August 11th to call and see what they may have discovered was going on and all she would say is after she checked with the guys in back is that we needed to take it to the manufacturer, I asked her why and she repeated that we needed to take it to manufacturer. I knew that couldn’t be good, so I asked my hubby who was off that week, as we were supposed to go camping to drive up there and see what was going on. He drove up there and they told him what they discovered. They pulled the front underside surrounding the kingpin box down and that was fine the issue wasn’t there. So they decided to try and hookup to trailer and see what it was doing. While one man was hooking up to truck another stood inside trailer in doorway to front bedroom. He said upon raising the landing gear and putting weight on tow vehicle that the front room twisted, man an awful noise and he watched seams open and close. It scared him and he immediately got out of trailer to stop the guy hooking it up. They put the landing gear back down and refused to touch it further. They told us that they felt the frame was ripping apart somewhere but can’t see where exactly as everything is enclosed behind luan or insulation etc. They know that it is a catastrophic failure with the frame and that trying to fix it was beyond their ability. They said they were sorry and didn’t even charge us for the time the had in it. He said this trailer may break leaving this yard or a year or two down the road but it will break. So we called our dealer in Bay City Mi and told them everything we knew and asked if they could look at it they said to bring it up and they would do what they could do. So we totally emptied trailer to reduce weight. We took out furniture, the outdoor fridge, the propane tanks and spare tire anything we could to lighten up trailer. Then we limped it up to dealer going 55 miles per hour with me following behind with hazards on praying we could make it and not kill ourselves or someone else if trailer does break. We made it and dropped it off. Repair manager wasn’t in but we had talked to him several times on phone by now and gave them the report from the RV shop that was on August 26th, then we played phone tag with dealer checking in once a week to see if they had any news. Mind you we tried calling Cedar Creek And Lippert many times, sent pictures etc to no avail they would promise to get back with us but didn’t so that is why we took it to dealer hoping they would have better luck, We called them after they had it a few weeks to see if they could find out what was wrong and they agreed that something was definitely not right with the trailer but what exactly was wrong they didn’t know. After several weeks of checking we got that Lippert requested some pictures from them, some measurements etc. they also wanted specific serial numbers which I believe they couldn’t find. Then we waited and waited kept calling and checking in, no nothing. The dealer service manager then called my hubby one day and said we are getting nowhere can you call or email them and see if you have any luck so Doug did again No response. Then yesterday 12/7 we get a call from the warranty specialist at at the dealer that Lippert determined that the trailer flex of frame is within normal specs. So even though the trim and fiberglass paneling under the front of trailer is breaking more and more and is no loner sealed from rain because of said breakage and movement of frame it’s all good. So I asked if that’s the case can we trade it in if you are saying it’s safe his response was “he’s not sales but that they would like whatever is wrong to be addressed”, didn’t you just say it was fine, yes but that needs to be fixed. I asked him for copies of what they got saying it was ok and he stated that his contact from Cedar Creek was relaying what Lippert told them and he would have to ask permission as their emails are private. I then asked if they would put it in writing that the trailer was safe and again he said no that no one would make those guarantees. He did say we could try calling Cedar Creek again as we might have better luck, yah Right! So we can’t trade it in, we can’t sell it outright and we can’t safely tow it for sure and we still owe 36k on it. What a deal
Livability
4.0
Overall quality
1.0
Floorplan
4.0
Driving/towing
1.0
Factory warranty/support
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Mike Young

Texas

Reviewed on March 3, 2017

RV reviewed 2013 Forest River Cedar Creek 36CKTS view listing

5.0
The '13 Cedar Creek 36CKTS in the most livable of any 5th wheel trailer we have owned, used or visited ever. Overall quality of build in beyond reproach. Floor plan worked throughout our 5 + years we owned her, towing is the one attribute that stand out among all features unigue in the trailer. The Morryde... read more
The '13 Cedar Creek 36CKTS in the most livable of any 5th wheel trailer we have owned, used or visited ever. Overall quality of build in beyond reproach. Floor plan worked throughout our 5 + years we owned her, towing is the one attribute that stand out among all features unigue in the trailer. The Morryde Independent Suspension allows for literally hours of enjoyable towing, the disc brakes provide a confidence in stopping unseen in any other suspension type. The team who provided all warranty services from Cedar Creek is to be commended, providing service in timely and dependable fashion and is beyond reproach.
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5.0
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Anne Belhumeur

Florida

Reviewed on January 26, 2017

RV reviewed 2013 Forest River Cedar Creek 36CKTS view listing

5.0
Great rv. Overall very functional , plenty of storage space. Kitchen is a charm to work in with plenty of pantry space. The residential refrigerator is a plus. The bedroom is very roomy with a king size bed and a walk in closet. The bathroom is big with a large shower.... read more
Great rv. Overall very functional , plenty of storage space. Kitchen is a charm to work in with plenty of pantry space. The residential refrigerator is a plus. The bedroom is very roomy with a king size bed and a walk in closet. The bathroom is big with a large shower.
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5.0
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5.0
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larry aust

Arkansas

Reviewed on April 8, 2016

RV reviewed 2013 Forest River Cedar Creek 34RLSA view listing

1.6
Consumers beware. We bought a 2013 and have had nothing but trouble. The latest is our frame work is showing through our walls and ceiling. The seams are coming apart with nails showing. We took it back to our dealer who in turn took picturess and sent to forest river. Forest river refuses to help resolve t... read more
Consumers beware. We bought a 2013 and have had nothing but trouble. The latest is our frame work is showing through our walls and ceiling. The seams are coming apart with nails showing. We took it back to our dealer who in turn took picturess and sent to forest river. Forest river refuses to help resolve the problem. Since the warranty expired in 2014 there is nothing they can do. So the unit is only as good as long as the warranty is current. After that they dont stand behind their product. They didnt request us bring in the unit for the factory to do a visual. Now we are stuck with an expensive unit that is literally falling in on us. We will definitely not buy a forest river product again and will tell all we know and who we meet at rv shows to stay away from forest river products as they fall apart after warranty expires. We use our rig 3 to 4 months a year and take very good care of it. So very disappointed. Buy from another company. You will have better luck.
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