2017 Riverside RV reviews

Great unit used for towing my can am Spyder motorcycle across multiple states and parts of Canada Only real issue is the bed being a little difficult to make do to the position Of the bed and front walls Very much enjoy using my trailer every other weekend April thru November Show less

We fell in love with the retro 195 the red and white interior and beautiful dinette. So we bought it brand new. Got a lot of admiring looks and comments. However, the tongue jack collapsed on us on a camping trip not even having it two years. The radio has never worked , front awning was never sealed where the wires go into the trailer so leaked all over front storage compartment and caused mold to start to appear. We sealed it and double checked all seals. However on the drivers side of the trailer there was another leak somewhere apparently that to this day still have no idea where it leaked in. The floor is punky and mold spots all over black and white linoleum and the wood is starting to press through the linoleum. Gutter drains in a stupid place where they can leak right into storage compartments. Cant clip door open if awning is out. We just got done camping this season October 2021 and decided this thing is not worth the aggravation, oh yeah and the furnace just crapped out. Going to trade which we are going to take a horrible loss because of black mold. I will never recommend Riverside or buy from them again. Decided on a grand design because of quality and great reviews. They all have issues I know but this is way to many things to go wrong with a brand new camper. Show less

I would not recommend buying a retro trailer. While the Riverside Warranty department helped me while on the road and were nice. The fact that a brand new trailer had issues is wrong. I took position in January of 2018 and within a week the hot water heater wouldn't work. A six weeks later, the heater went. It took three trips and six days at the shop fix. I got the trailer back twice still not working. There were a bunch of issues I had for the RV shop after the first trip. One of the items which concerned me as their web page shows they test the windows and rv for leaks. I had a window that leak. Then it was just before a year I had the re window leaking. I was told by the RV Shop where I bought it that it was out of warranty. I believe this is wrong because I bought the trailer a month and a half before taking possession (so add a clause that warrant starts the day you take possession). The latest issue is a tire. Nobody carries the replacement tires. I can't even find a tire store that can order them. Show less

We absolutely loved it, after a 40' diesel pusher we were surprised how it fit our lifestyle. All we needed in a smaller package. We are only selling because I am 82 years old and getting a bit stiff for long distance towing. Show less

Our 3 yr old 16' has been tow for thousands of miles and used over 150 nights. We love it. On first trip it had a leak from the bathroom. Tightening the toilet bolts fixed that, no big deal. Sure once in a while you need to make an adjustment or tighten a screw. Its an rv, get over it. Maybe the quality is getting worse with later models, but our 2017 is as good or better than others. We have made upgrades and modifications. We have had an issue with water on the floor after driving all day in heavy rain. No big problem, but I do wish riverside could come up with a remedy for this. Overall its not perfect, but we love it. Bottom line is rv trailers need maintenance and repairs. If you can't handle that, don't buy any. Show less

I bought this trailer Brand new... Thought it was "Adorable" and was going to be so much fun going to dog shows. after I got it home i started noticing things about it, there was staples not all the way in the wall, with RED tape still across it like maybe from "QC" the tape that covers the seam, came off my first trip, the valance over the back window fell off and damaged the paneling, The "Chairs" that were in it were made for a "toddler" they were so small and Very uncomfortable we took them out and replaced them, on my second trip it rained!!!the back window leaked and as I was mopping up the carpet under the window, I noticed I could see DAYLIGHT between the floor and the carpet!!! The drawers dont stay closed so I have to tape them closed. Ive had it for almost 3 years and need new tires..... Whitewalls.............. cant find them anyplace. The company said there is nothing they can do, its been to long. Way to stand behind your product, now I see they dont sell the 5th wheel anymore. wonder why?!?! So now its for sale!!!!! Show less

We love our Riverside R V. I feel like the quality is better than most and so cute inside and out! The interior is beautiful real wood. We get compliments on it all the time! We have not had any problems with it except a valve under bathroom since wasn’t tight and was leaking. Show less

This retro was painted in the Harley theme so as Harley owners it was great. Every where we took it people would gather to look at it. It was very easy to pull with our Chevy 1500. The only problem we experienced was an issue with the tail lights. The next day after bringing it home we noticed only 1/2 the diodes were not working and the other side did not work at all. The lights had to be ordered and were replaced within a couple of weeks only to have the same problem a month later. After another couple of weeks the lights were replaced again. now 1 1/2 years later 1/2 the diodes do not work and I have learned to live with it, but that is the only issue and love this little toy hauler. Show less

My hosband and I love the look of our Retro camper. We chose this Model and Manufacturer because the dealer described it as high quality. Unfortunately after just 4 camping trips the upholstery at the end of the dinette started fraying. The dealer replaced them, only to have the exact problem happen again within 6 months. I called Riverside and dealt with a very rode customer service Reno who said there was nothing they could do, it was our problem. I am so disappointed and would not recommend Riverside if you want quality and caring customer service. Show less

I love my camper. Purchased it in November of 17. Now I say I love my camper. I love the design and the space. Now our first trip I had a leak in the bathroom. On our next trip we had rain leaks in our bedroom and at the slide. The dealers paid for the repair. On our next trip we had a leak in the kitchen window. I caulked that and think it’s fixed. Now today on our next trip it’s leaking around the door. Now let’s just say this, we are not moving this camper, it stays at the campsight. I so don’t get how a brand new rv can have so many leaks. I love my camper but I’m about done with this one. Show less