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2016 Forest River Forester MBS Class C reviews

3.4 (10 reviews)
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3.8
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2.4
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3.6
Driving/towing
4.5
Factory warranty
2.9

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Brenda Reese

Florida

Reviewed on January 26, 2022

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5.0
It is just the right size for 2 people. I like the extra storage above the cab vs a sleeping loft as we don't need the extra sleeping space. I love the extra large television. I like having a screened door. It is nice having the lavatory sink outside the bathroom so two people can get prepped at the same tim... read more
It is just the right size for 2 people. I like the extra storage above the cab vs a sleeping loft as we don't need the extra sleeping space. I love the extra large television. I like having a screened door. It is nice having the lavatory sink outside the bathroom so two people can get prepped at the same time. It is so easy to drive and maneuver through traffic. We tow a 4 door Sahara Jeep Limited with no problem at all.hings I don't like? I would like an indicator for traffic coming along side us. Can't think of any other things I would change about it.
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5.0
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5.0
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5.0
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5.0
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unhappy camper

California

Reviewed on October 27, 2021

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2.4
omg every time i go somewhere something or things break. drawers flying open(tore up the cabinetry one time), fridge acts up, cap on the sewer outlet breaks and falls off, beauty rim flies off on the freeway( which are not reasonably available), one night we got locked in the coach because the door latch asse... read more
omg every time i go somewhere something or things break. drawers flying open(tore up the cabinetry one time), fridge acts up, cap on the sewer outlet breaks and falls off, beauty rim flies off on the freeway( which are not reasonably available), one night we got locked in the coach because the door latch assembly broke inside, the leather seats are crumbling apart, i am now working on replacing stripped out mounting screws on passenger and drivers side entry door steps that were mounted unbelievably poor, the motor for the coach entry step, fuses on the water heater...... it goes on and on folks! it does drive like a dream though. gotta give it that. looses a marked amount of fuel mileage towing a 1200lb. boat. and what the hell is up with those emissions monitors mr. mercedes? took 3,000 miles for 1 monitor to turn on so i could get it smoged. THAT drove me outa my mind.
Livability
3.0
Overall quality
1.0
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1.0
Driving/towing
4.0
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Phillip Sulkosky

Washington

Reviewed on May 3, 2021

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2.6
DO NOT purchase a Forrest River product! We have a 2016 Forest River Forester 2401W motorhome which we purchased because of it's Mercedes chassis. We regrettably chose to disregard the numerous negative reviews of Forrest River products which have proven prophetic. Our MH has 6,465 miles and I found the Hellw... read more
DO NOT purchase a Forrest River product! We have a 2016 Forest River Forester 2401W motorhome which we purchased because of it's Mercedes chassis. We regrettably chose to disregard the numerous negative reviews of Forrest River products which have proven prophetic. Our MH has 6,465 miles and I found the Hellwig sway bar that F.R. so highly touts literally hanging from the rear axle housing by one bracket! Upon inspection and contacting Hellwig, I was informed that it was dangerously (per Hellwig) installed not even close to Hellway's specifications by F.R. The Hellway technician told me to NOT attempt replacing this sway bar send him pictures of all aspects and the remove it! I have actually found this exact type of build quality in almost every area of this M.H. which I would never expect in a unit in this price range. I would be glad to expound further on all of the issues requiring repair we have found which are far too numerous to include in this review. Our best, Phil and Kaisha Sulkosky
Livability
4.0
Overall quality
1.0
Floorplan
2.0
Driving/towing
5.0
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1.0
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RJ

Arkansas

Reviewed on June 16, 2020

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4.2
This 2016 has been a dream. No problems! Bought it used with 7200 miles. Gets great gas mileage and is very reliable. The mbs diesel gets approximately 16 miles to a gallon. Great for long RV trips. No issues to date. Stored in a garage. Has 20K miles. Everything works great!... read more
This 2016 has been a dream. No problems! Bought it used with 7200 miles. Gets great gas mileage and is very reliable. The mbs diesel gets approximately 16 miles to a gallon. Great for long RV trips. No issues to date. Stored in a garage. Has 20K miles. Everything works great!
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4.0
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4.0
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4.0
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5.0
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Claudia

California

Reviewed on February 19, 2020

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2.6
I have spent more money on repairs than I have camping! Bought this rig brand new as I wanted something dependable. Water dripped on my mothers head on the way home and I thought the passenger door leaked because the seals appeared loose. Turns out the window in bunk area leaked, improper installation, ruined... read more
I have spent more money on repairs than I have camping! Bought this rig brand new as I wanted something dependable. Water dripped on my mothers head on the way home and I thought the passenger door leaked because the seals appeared loose. Turns out the window in bunk area leaked, improper installation, ruined bed,repaired. Radio kept cutting out on the way home, and the GPS is way too small to read. Satellite radio antenna should be mounted on top of rig but it's not and cuts out continually. Weather stripping popped out on front seams of MH, replaced. Electric stairs quit working, repaired and now quit again. Multiple slide issues. New seal installed and shop recommended a repair they claim was a manufacturing defect. FR would not authorize replacement until broken...guess what, in the shop again for slide issues. Nothing like being multiple states away from home and having your slide malfunction with 3 seniors needing to sleep. I'm posting this from memory as my book of repairs is in the RV at the shop.
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3.0
Overall quality
1.0
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4.0
Driving/towing
4.0
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Claudia

California

Reviewed on October 5, 2019

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3.0
Purchased new, wanted something dependable! 1st trip out, moldings were loose inside and outside unit, black and grey water handles were reversed, window in bunk area improperly installed and leaked in upper bunk unit, had to replace mattress. The GPS screen is too small, the Satellite radio antenna improperl... read more
Purchased new, wanted something dependable! 1st trip out, moldings were loose inside and outside unit, black and grey water handles were reversed, window in bunk area improperly installed and leaked in upper bunk unit, had to replace mattress. The GPS screen is too small, the Satellite radio antenna improperly installed s/b mounted on top of roof. Other trips my electric steps went out, replaced motor now out again! Slideout malfunctioned. My service people said there's a mfg defect with the Schwintek in-wall. Forest River would only authorize replacement of parts failed! Last trip out slide failed again and a roller fell off! My RV guy could not repair it, the whole slide will have to be removed. The frameless crank out windows do not provide adequate ventilation. The unit is easy to drive and setup as long as everything is working. Not fun driving in windy conditions. I just wish the engine shifted down to lower gears when braking downhill.
Livability
4.0
Overall quality
2.0
Floorplan
4.0
Driving/towing
4.0
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Michael Palella

Florida

Reviewed on August 2, 2019

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2.6
Purchased new in 2016 Forester but has been a horrible experience . This class C has been nothing but a money pit . New this and that in past several years . Resealed roof in June 2019 and experienced water inside the RV and believe roof defective and water runs down awning and slide out into the RV . This RV... read more
Purchased new in 2016 Forester but has been a horrible experience . This class C has been nothing but a money pit . New this and that in past several years . Resealed roof in June 2019 and experienced water inside the RV and believe roof defective and water runs down awning and slide out into the RV . This RV definitely not worth the price and high cost to maintain MB engine . Has any other Forester owner experienced similar water leakage into Forester RV ? Only have 8000 miles which was mileage from manufacturer to CA to now FL. Nothing but $$$$$ spent on the RV. Poor design and construction
Livability
4.0
Overall quality
2.0
Floorplan
3.0
Driving/towing
3.0
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1.0
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Ted Heim

Idaho

Reviewed on April 29, 2018

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3.4
Purchased new in 2016. Put 4000 miles on it and it has been in and out of the shop ever since. Extremely poor workmanship on the coach, pieces missing or broken, generator not working, bathroom not vented properly, steps not working properly, awning defective, wiring defective under drivers seat,hydraulic sup... read more
Purchased new in 2016. Put 4000 miles on it and it has been in and out of the shop ever since. Extremely poor workmanship on the coach, pieces missing or broken, generator not working, bathroom not vented properly, steps not working properly, awning defective, wiring defective under drivers seat,hydraulic supports defective, tail lights defective, exterior seams pulling apart and the latest---the roof of the cab filling with water over the winter. So far the manufacture has been most helpful but it is still a $100,000 mistake.
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3.0
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1.0
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4.0
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5.0
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Don Morse

Georgia

Reviewed on November 9, 2017

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3.8
This unit drives better than my pickup truck. It is smooth as silk. I'm not happy with clean burning diesel engine technology from Mercedes, however. The dinette is very uncomfortable. The rear slide can not be opened if there is a bike carrier mounted on the rear hitch receiver. The convection microwave is m... read more
This unit drives better than my pickup truck. It is smooth as silk. I'm not happy with clean burning diesel engine technology from Mercedes, however. The dinette is very uncomfortable. The rear slide can not be opened if there is a bike carrier mounted on the rear hitch receiver. The convection microwave is mounted too high for shorter people. I have a tough time at 6' 3". There is a subfloor void in one corner of the shower. The refrigerator only works optimally using shore power. DC and propane operation is horrendous! You can see daylight around areas of the main entry door rubber gasket. Forest River full body paint jobs could be better quality too. They need to apply more coats of clearcoat to fully protect the finish. All things considered, I'd rate this unit a 6 out of 10. Forest River could do better with many quality aspects in the building of this model. I will never buy from them again
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3.0
Overall quality
3.0
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4.0
Driving/towing
5.0
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Carola Beck Wingert

Florida

Reviewed on November 23, 2016

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4.8
This RV is easy to maneuver and park. It rides great is easy on gas and fits into tight spaces. It hooks up with ease. It looks like and feels like a tiny house that you can drive. The storage is good they used the space nicely. It has everything you need. I love taking trips not having to pull over u... read more
This RV is easy to maneuver and park. It rides great is easy on gas and fits into tight spaces. It hooks up with ease. It looks like and feels like a tiny house that you can drive. The storage is good they used the space nicely. It has everything you need. I love taking trips not having to pull over unload and pay for a hotel. This is a well build Class C. You start it and it goes. We love it.
Livability
5.0
Overall quality
4.0
Floorplan
5.0
Driving/towing
5.0
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