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3.5 (166 reviews)
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3.7
Overall quality
2.8
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4.1
Driving/towing
3.9
Factory warranty
2.7

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mike

Reviewed on May 28, 2023

RV reviewed 2017 Forest River 32TSX Wildcat Maxx view listing

4.0
We are selling this great weekend getaway Park Model. We recently had it on our acreage for our weekend cabin utilizing it once every couple of months. It is super comfortable and feels very cabin-esk. The original kitchen was previously removed filling the space with Ikea counters, large sink, and corrugated... read more
We are selling this great weekend getaway Park Model. We recently had it on our acreage for our weekend cabin utilizing it once every couple of months. It is super comfortable and feels very cabin-esk. The original kitchen was previously removed filling the space with Ikea counters, large sink, and corrugated walls for style. We purchased it in 2022 and installed a new hot water heater, replaced the mattress, and repacked all the wheel bearings. April of 2023 we installed new tires. Search the interwebs for 2017 Wildcat Maxx specs to see all the equipment originally installed. What’s been removed is the oven/stove, fireplace, TV, and original refrigerator. We used an induction single burner hot plate (comes with the trailer), an electric skillet, an air fryer, a microwave oven, and our Nespresso to complete the kitchen. We never missed having the propane stove/oven. All other original equipment has remained including.
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4.0
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4.0
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4.0
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4.0
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Gigi williams

Reviewed on May 25, 2023

RV reviewed 2017 Forest River 27RKSS Salem view listing

1.0
Do not buy! Right after we bought our camper, our refrigerator, furnace, air conditioner all went out. The dealer and Forest River were very challenging to deal with - replaced some but not all . We spent HOURS to get anything. Then our beautiful “pleather” recliners and couch started peeling ... read more
Do not buy! Right after we bought our camper, our refrigerator, furnace, air conditioner all went out. The dealer and Forest River were very challenging to deal with - replaced some but not all . We spent HOURS to get anything. Then our beautiful “pleather” recliners and couch started peeling - in a brand new RV!!! I was told that was due to the hot weather and that the dealer had it on the lot too long before we purchased and it wasn’t going to be covered. We take EXCELLENT care of our camper and it looks great - except for the seat covers we have on all of the peeling furniture (and now the bench seats too!). Our first camping trip this year - our outside lights don’t work. We had been told Forest River was a great camper. We do love the lay out, cabinets, and stainless appliances. Unfortunately camping becomes a reminder of all of the things wrong!
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1.0
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1.0
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1.0
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1.0
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Dan

Reviewed on October 21, 2022

RV reviewed 2017 Forest River 26RLWS Flagstaff Super Lite view listing

3.4
Bought this new and made many modifications along the way. We love the floor plan as we are able to fit in it comfortably. Its best described as cocktails for 6-8, Dinner for 4, and sleeping for 3-4. We have slept as many as 5 with our teenage son and in-laws, but I had to modify the kitchen table to flip ... read more
Bought this new and made many modifications along the way. We love the floor plan as we are able to fit in it comfortably. Its best described as cocktails for 6-8, Dinner for 4, and sleeping for 3-4. We have slept as many as 5 with our teenage son and in-laws, but I had to modify the kitchen table to flip up and fit a cot along side. Lots of seating (we have the table and chairs) with room to spread out. We have had 8 comfortably and been able to talk and all sit down without feeling cramped on rainy days. I had issues towing it. LOTS of sway. almost all the storage in the trailer is in front of the axles. I had some weight issues because I like to pack heavy so some of it is on me. We never tow with anything in the tank. After the diet I still had an 1100 lb tongue weight even though the trailer weighs less than 7k. This forced us to move things from front storage to rear floor in order to compensate and back to storage to camp. First thing we did was remove a bunch of stuff, second was to use a different hitch and upgraded to a propride. Pricey, but really straightened things out for us. After 3 yrs we upgraded to an F350 and now no issues at all. I weighed it MANY times and we were never over trailer max, but rear or truck was almost 400lbs over loaded to camp on the F150. We put about 20k miles on it with the F150 and 30k on it with the F350. I patch the roof every year but we did have a leak in the front windshield after 4 years which only required some screw tightening after lots of diagnosing. We enjoy the outside propane port for outdoor cooking, and use this for Starlink cable access out of the trailer now. We have worked remotely most summers traveling around on weekends for months at a time. The large awning is great to sit out in light weather when secured properly. We had minor warranty issues (propane pigtails and regulator) that were not worth driving in for so I fixed them myself. Major complaints to us have really been lack of storage in the kitchen, poor planning for weight distribution, and a rough tow at first. The awning is great, but not fun to clean dirt and mold of every year because its so large.
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4.0
Overall quality
4.0
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4.0
Driving/towing
2.0
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3.0
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G

New Jersey

Reviewed on October 13, 2022

RV reviewed 2017 Forest River Cherokee Wolf Pup 16BHS view listing

4.6
This is my second Forest River trailer. Both experiences have been great. This trailer I've had for 5 years. It's been very easy to maintain with no issues at all. The only warranty thing I needed to have done was the refrigerator, which needed to be replaced by Thetford, the fridge manufacturer, so I don... read more
This is my second Forest River trailer. Both experiences have been great. This trailer I've had for 5 years. It's been very easy to maintain with no issues at all. The only warranty thing I needed to have done was the refrigerator, which needed to be replaced by Thetford, the fridge manufacturer, so I don't blame FR for that. Thetford tried to deny the claim and FR stepped in and paid for a new one for me because they felt Thetford was wrong. Excellent customer service experience from Forest River. Otherwise, there's literally nothing to note here. It's been an amazing little trailer.
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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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Gma

Minnesota

Reviewed on August 5, 2022

RV reviewed 2017 Forest River Loft Salem Villa 4092bfl view listing

3.6
We absolutely love our Salem Villa 4092 bfl So spacious and feels like home. The loft is perfect when family and grandkids come We were fortunate to find some hidden extra compartment space for 5 gallon water and spout to fit and be hidden inside cabinetry And a couple other things. Its amazing the space ... read more
We absolutely love our Salem Villa 4092 bfl So spacious and feels like home. The loft is perfect when family and grandkids come We were fortunate to find some hidden extra compartment space for 5 gallon water and spout to fit and be hidden inside cabinetry And a couple other things. Its amazing the space you can find behind some of those panels lol Overall it’s a great unit.
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4.0
Overall quality
4.0
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5.0
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4.0
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James Yarbrough

North Carolina

Reviewed on August 3, 2022

RV reviewed 2017 Forest River End living room center kitchen Heritage Glen view listing

2.6
Had to replace tires under 1000 miles. Bought the nicer heritage Glenn travel trailer with lighter colored furniture. The leather/material started peeling off after only three times using trailer. It is bonded leather which is not used anymore. Called Forest River would not do anything to help with flawed fu... read more
Had to replace tires under 1000 miles. Bought the nicer heritage Glenn travel trailer with lighter colored furniture. The leather/material started peeling off after only three times using trailer. It is bonded leather which is not used anymore. Called Forest River would not do anything to help with flawed furniture. Trailer only used 5 times, sits in building never sat out. Contacted Forest River Heritage Glen division and after 4 weeks of calling and emailing talked with someone. Got a email back and they said it was only a one year warranty on furniture. Forest River does not care about their customers,! Beware poor customer service! Website not let me upload photos.
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2.0
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2.0
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4.0
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4.0
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Tom seslar

Wisconsin

Reviewed on July 4, 2022

RV reviewed 2017 Forest River 4092BFL Wildwood Lodge view listing

1.6
We bought this camper new in 2017. We have had to replace the refrigerator in 2019 the air conditioner had to charged same year. Now the slide out in the living room is rotted. I had it looked at by professional he claimed the roofing wasn’t installed properly and water got in. The camper is on a perm... read more
We bought this camper new in 2017. We have had to replace the refrigerator in 2019 the air conditioner had to charged same year. Now the slide out in the living room is rotted. I had it looked at by professional he claimed the roofing wasn’t installed properly and water got in. The camper is on a permanent site. Also found crack in the corners of the roof. I would not recommend this camper to anybody. It’s workmanship is terrible !!
Livability
1.0
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1.0
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4.0
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1.0
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Gary Giummule

North Carolina

Reviewed on April 26, 2022

RV reviewed 2017 Forest River Salem Hemisphere Lite 282RK view listing

4.4
Our Salem hemisphere has been a great camper for me my wife and our grandkids when they visit. The kitchen area is huge for a camper of this size. More than adequate cabinet space in kitchen bathroom and even the bedroom. Bedroom has a large three drawer dresser and wardrobe closet hard to find in a travel t... read more
Our Salem hemisphere has been a great camper for me my wife and our grandkids when they visit. The kitchen area is huge for a camper of this size. More than adequate cabinet space in kitchen bathroom and even the bedroom. Bedroom has a large three drawer dresser and wardrobe closet hard to find in a travel trailer. Outside frig and sink a bonus when outdoors. Only issue was the recliners starting to peel (which has been a problem with all types of campers made from 2015-present) We put covers on the backs so not a big deal. Everything else has been perfect. Pulled great with my 1500 ram.
Livability
5.0
Overall quality
5.0
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4.0
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5.0
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GW

Texas

Reviewed on April 19, 2022

RV reviewed 2017 Forest River Salem 29FKBS view listing

4.6
We spend a lot of time traveling with our Salem and it’s a very comfortable travel trailer. We find the floor plan well thought out with a large bedroom and built in desk. There’s lots of room in the living area and it can even accommodate a recliner or two. It has a full size couch that folds out... read more
We spend a lot of time traveling with our Salem and it’s a very comfortable travel trailer. We find the floor plan well thought out with a large bedroom and built in desk. There’s lots of room in the living area and it can even accommodate a recliner or two. It has a full size couch that folds out to provide a comfortable bed for an adult or a couple of kids as well as a full size make down dinette. The kitchen is excellent and large compared to most we have seen or owned. There’s a lot of counter space and huge amounts of storage including a pantry. The appliances are spectacular in stainless steel with subway-look back splash design. The automatic refrigerator and water heater make boondocking very comfortable. Both run on electric or gas and switch automatically. The huge 21 foot awning makes lounging or grilling outdoors so much nicer and we often sit out in the evenings to enjoy nature. There’s even a cable outlet for game day if you are “tailgating”. All in all, it’s a large comfortable travel trailer with just about any amenity you can think of for camping or even extended stays for work or whatever your needs are. It’s definitely a home away from home.
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5.0
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4.0
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5.0
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4.0
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Victoria Goff

Kansas

Reviewed on April 12, 2022

RV reviewed 2017 Forest River Rockwood Windjammer 3001W view listing

4.8
I love the floor plan and that it has 2 exit/entrance doors and 2 AC units. The pop-outs make it even larger in the living/dining area and the bedroom. Everything works well, stove, fridge, microwave, TV, stereo, plumbing, heating, cooling. All the windows have nice window coverings. Of course lots of stor... read more
I love the floor plan and that it has 2 exit/entrance doors and 2 AC units. The pop-outs make it even larger in the living/dining area and the bedroom. Everything works well, stove, fridge, microwave, TV, stereo, plumbing, heating, cooling. All the windows have nice window coverings. Of course lots of storage helps too. The Diamond package warranty is transferrable and covers brakes, suspension, chassis, water heater, waste system, fresh water system, air conditioning, gas/propane system, heating, refrigerator, aux generator, range/oven, slide-out boot, slide-out rooms and flat panel tv.
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5.0
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4.0
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5.0
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