Coachmen reviews

When I received it the 12v battery terminal nuts were run only halfway down on the studs (not even finger tight) and the water heater electric element was burned out. The frame and suspension had ten years worth of rust when it was three months old. Treated it with phosphoric acid and POR-15. There was also condensation in the running lights due to bad seals. On our first trip the cabinet doors popped open by themselves on the interstate and ended up on the floor due to the cheap catches and hinges. Upgraded the hinges and added latches. On our second trip the rear blind fell off (the heavy wood valance was held on by just 2 #6 screws put into nothing but the wallboard). Screwed them back in to the metal window frame. At some point the water pump began running continuously, pump replaced. Easily breakable refrigerator door handles. Wall outlet covers falling off. Dome light covers falling off. The awning started retracting incredibly slowly; this is a very common problem and there are a ton of complaints about it. In year two the couch broke free while driving on the interstate, and the bottoms of the rear cabinet and sink cabinets started coming apart so I had to add brackets to keep them together. The paneling around the bed box started to come off because it was held on by a few really cheap staples and no glue. The bathroom vent fan stopped working due to a bad ground. The 12v battery doesn't have much storage, on off-grid night four the heater and refrigerator stopped working (on gas) because there wasn't enough voltage (my site was ~50% shaded and the solar panel is only 100 watts). I replaced it with a couple of 6v golf cart units in series, and am planning a major upgrade to the solar capacity. In the meantime I bring a generator to boondock. The brake wiring is so short that when I jacked it up to do the brakes the wires got pulled very tight, causing a wiring fault. Now the brakes on that side don’t work and it’s been a real handful the times I’ve had to get on the brakes hard. One more thing to fix this spring. The couch is not very comfortable, but all of the aftermarket upgrades are designed for a slide that has a floor that’s at the same level as the main floor. So we’re pretty much stuck with it. Show less

We bought this pre owned tailer in 2023. It was in storage for 3 years and had minimal use, so it was a good purchase. The floor plan is perfect for couples because it has a residential sized queen bed and plenty of storage. We love the large window's in the rear dinette and the counter space is impressive for a 20' trailer. The only thing to look out for is roof leaks at each side of the rear roof corners. The best approach is to apply Eterna Bond tape because self leveling caulking will not last very long. In fact, its best to apply this tape at every roof joint for peace of mind and less maintenance. I'm a contractor and I honestly think this is a very well built trailer. If you buy a camper you have to have realistic expectations as they are subjected to extreme conditions that can lead to minor repairs and pre-mature maintenance. There are plenty of upgrades that can be done to improve overall quality. Show less

We bought our last rv brand new on 6/8/2019 from Richardson’s RV (now Camping World) this rv was built by Forest River in Indiana we love the rv up until this past November when on a camping trip the roof started leaking and on the way home an aprox 45 mile journey the entire roof membrane began to come off I drove surface streets home the rv has been at camping world rv service in Riverside CA since November 10 2025 camping world quoted $9500 to replace which includes an 8 year warranty my question was why doesn’t this rv have an 8 year warranty on existing roof being its not even 7 years old? After almost two months now both Forest River and Dicor (the ones that installed the factory roof) say they can’t honor warranty due to wind damage????the roof leaked and the best argument they can come up with is “wind damage”!im in communication with an attorney and I would strongly recommend to anyone looking to purchase an rv to steer clear of Forest River they don’t care about you or your business Dicor is a joke BUYER BEWARE take your money and business to another rv company Show less

We purchased the 370RLLO back in September, and so far it has been a pretty good unit. Typical issues with some loose trim, and cabinets opening during travel days. Came with the stackable washer and dryer and what a game changer that has been. They are a little cumbersome to get into because of the position in the cabinet, but they work great. Biggest problem that I have is the lack of storage in kitchen (mainly a pantry). Pulls really nice and doesn't beat you to death when pulling, can definitely see it coming from all angles. LOVES to eat propane in cold weather, and cools down pretty quick in warmer weather. I would suggest to Forest River that they ditch these GE units. Have recently found that the heat pump functions of them are useless under 40 degrees and they will lock themselves out under that temp. Also recommend that they go with a fireplace that has an adjustable temperature not just Low and High. We opted to ditch the King size bed for a Queen as it gives more room around the bed. Recommend to anyone looking at this rig to get on the roof and check that as well. I actually had to restretch mine during a road trip because it formed a bubble driving down the road. That was a huge pain. Unit has plenty of room however for 2 people and 2 medium size dogs. Support has been really good with solving issues that i couldn't figure out over the phone. Show less

my honest opinion after 4 years experience owning this toyhouler adrenaline 21lt , its a lot ti say about this , first of all poor craftsmanship, all my cabinets are piling counter tops pilling walls , awning braking, sliding braking gas leaking u name it, very cheap bild its my 3rd rv owning the ather one wear way less then this and I didn't have that many issues with dose, and another thing done buy extended warranties they are ar a scam they don't cover anything better save your money and when times come just fixed your self Show less

My husband and I have loved traveling the country in this comfortable home on wheels. With power assist awnings and slides, solar power and satellite access, easy tank management and car towing option, we have plugged into shore power at state parks, or stayed out for a week or more on solar power and onboard water/waste tanks. One propane tank lasts all summer. The vehicle's powertrain provides ample power and a smooth ride whether we are in mountainous terrain or putting miles behind us on the plains. Vent fans and lots of windows maintain fresh air inside, and insulated window inserts, window coverings and a heavy drape between the cab and coach help manage extreme temperatures and privacy concerns. The gas stove/microwave/convection oven make food prep quick and easy, a big fridge/freezer keeps two weeks worth of provisions fresh. Ample counterspace plus double sinks makes cleanup a snap. With slides out, there's plenty of room for a workout. Sound systems, satellite availability and multiple TVs provide entertainment options. Exterior cameras make navigation and parking easy. We kept the coach garaged during winter months. No more warranty but a good service shop has kept her in top shape with twice/year inspections and repairs. Show less

2018 Freedom express second owners on our second trip the left rear axle hanger bracket tore clean away from the frame and twisted the rear of the hanger brackets. We barely made it back home. This is obviously a design flaw an RV frame should never fail after only 8 years. Call Forest River (parent company) their reply was we don't build the frame and forwarded me to Lippert who also blew me off. Both companies refuse to be accountable for building a travel trailer with a terrible frame design. These Lippert frames are known to start cracking and start separating. Lippert and Forest River already have one frame recall in place its just a matter of time these shitty frames are also recalled let's hope it before some get killed. Come Forest River and Lippert own up you sold trailers with dangerous frames. Show less

terrible build , leak the first year I got it. shower drain broke. cabinet door fall all over electrical problem second battery from factory no more good. just got everything fix 2 months ago. and everything is falling appart again. terrible build. Show less

We love everything about this trailer (great family memories). We love the high-end kitchen and private front bedroom. This is the largest bunkhouse we've seen in a travel trailer that doesn't require a 3/4-ton truck, and the shelving and clothes cabinet is more than enough space for all our kids' stuff. Wife loves the large pantry, spacious bathroom and adult-sized shower. The slideout is nearly the length of the trailer (minus the bedrooms), making it very spacious and open. Show less

Excellent layout for traveling couple. Sofa electrically lays out to a queen bed, but if you don't fill in the bottom area, you have basically twin beds with some separation. Compressor driven 7.3 cubic inch fridge is bigger than most B's and C's. The bottom drawer can either work as a large freezer or just another fridge for holding 4 12 packs of Soda. The Ram Promaster chassis drives great a freeway speeds and turns in 16-19mpg if you stay under 70mph. At 21 and 9 inches, the van fits in most parking spaces so it can go anywhere virtually. Parking is not a problem. Galley is laid out nicely with hardwood cabinetry with drawers for all the essential cooking as well as a toaster and coffer maker. All systems and lights are controlled through 1 of 2 digital panels that can interface with your phone for remote operations as well. Love this van/camper. Best one on the market with high end finishes and features. You can't go wrong. Show less