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3.4 (9 reviews)
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Liveability
3.3
Overall quality
3.3
Floorplan
3.6
Driving/towing
4.0
Factory warranty
3.0

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Susan Garriques

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Reviewed on February 2, 2020

RV reviewed 2016 Forest River Forester 2651S view listing

5.0
There isn't anything about his camper we don't like!! The interior is very comfortable. It has only one slide, and that one doesn't need to be out to use the camper comfortably. The rear bedroom has a walk around queen size bed and cupboards on each side and above. The bathroom has a separate shower stall... read more
There isn't anything about his camper we don't like!! The interior is very comfortable. It has only one slide, and that one doesn't need to be out to use the camper comfortably. The rear bedroom has a walk around queen size bed and cupboards on each side and above. The bathroom has a separate shower stall with a sliding door and a skylight. The kitchen has a refrigerator with a separate freezer. A three burner stove and oven. The dinette is in the slide and has cupboards above and drawers below the benches. The "loft" above the cab sleeps two easily and also has a large flat screen tv. There is lots of storage inside the coach, as well outside. The outside rear of the camper is all storage and is accessible from 3 sides. With a Ford E450 engine, this camper has enough power for climbing mountains easily.
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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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Krug

Utah

Reviewed on September 11, 2019

RV reviewed 2016 Forest River Forester 3171DS Ford view listing

3.8
For a class C motor home my husband and I really enjoy it. Forrester 2016/ E-450 ford full body paint. It has plenty of towing power. Very happy with the V10. There was only one other owner and they took very good care of it and had only 9000 miles new used very clean. The only thing we were disappointed ... read more
For a class C motor home my husband and I really enjoy it. Forrester 2016/ E-450 ford full body paint. It has plenty of towing power. Very happy with the V10. There was only one other owner and they took very good care of it and had only 9000 miles new used very clean. The only thing we were disappointed and it was a small shower. Would’ve rather had a smaller fridge and a bigger shower. Also would’ve like to have recliner Love seat. Still love it.
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4.0
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4.0
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3.0
Driving/towing
5.0
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Steve

Arkansas

Reviewed on July 16, 2019

RV reviewed 2016 Forest River Forester 3171DS Ford view listing

5.0
Nice family recreational RV with lots of amenities. The Ford E450 is the workhorse of this motorhome. It has plenty of power and handles well. It tows great the towing mode allows transmission to slow the motorhome requiring less braking down hills. The floor plan works well and the sleeping capacity is lar... read more
Nice family recreational RV with lots of amenities. The Ford E450 is the workhorse of this motorhome. It has plenty of power and handles well. It tows great the towing mode allows transmission to slow the motorhome requiring less braking down hills. The floor plan works well and the sleeping capacity is large. We were only two, but easily accommodates children or 4 adults. The entertainment in the motorhome is everywhere in the MH even outside. For family fun or just single couples I recommend this MH.
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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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Jimmy

Mississippi

Reviewed on December 15, 2018

RV reviewed 2016 Forest River Forester 3051S view listing

1.0
Forest River doesn’t stand behind their product. Trying to get out of this as soon as I can. Roof bubbles which is obviously a defect. 12 year warranty on roof and they won’t honor their own warranty. Don’t buy a Forest River product.... read more
Forest River doesn’t stand behind their product. Trying to get out of this as soon as I can. Roof bubbles which is obviously a defect. 12 year warranty on roof and they won’t honor their own warranty. Don’t buy a Forest River product.
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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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Barbara May

California

Reviewed on August 19, 2018

RV reviewed 2016 Forest River Forester 2401R view listing

4.8
Although we have only driven this RV about 7,000, the only issue we've had was a water leak under the shower (after warranty expired). The RV is comfortable to drive and comfortable to stay in. I think it's a little small to live in, but my husband and I have done well on a 2-week trip. I like the floor pl... read more
Although we have only driven this RV about 7,000, the only issue we've had was a water leak under the shower (after warranty expired). The RV is comfortable to drive and comfortable to stay in. I think it's a little small to live in, but my husband and I have done well on a 2-week trip. I like the floor plan with the two slide-outs -- one for the dinette and one for the back queen-size bed. I would purchase this motorhome again.
Livability
4.0
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5.0
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5.0
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5.0
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Mike

New York

Reviewed on July 30, 2018

RV reviewed 2016 Forest River Forester 2251 view listing

3.0
I purchased my forest river from dealer in Lakewood New Jersey I immediately had problems with plumbing electric and a few other things. Camping world of Lakewood New Jersey was useless in the leaving any of these problems so I contacted Forest River Wirh some success initially . They sent out the parts to re... read more
I purchased my forest river from dealer in Lakewood New Jersey I immediately had problems with plumbing electric and a few other things. Camping world of Lakewood New Jersey was useless in the leaving any of these problems so I contacted Forest River Wirh some success initially . They sent out the parts to repair the broken awning arm and city water connection . Within the first 5000 Miles I had to replace all of the water connections which were cheap plastic and had cracked . I further had to replace the control panel for the Big Foot leveling systen with no help from Forest River after numerous calls . The USB ports inside rig are substandard and only some work . The tile on the kitchen wall is falling off . This rig had many options that appeared impressive but it’s construction was of low value with cheap parts used .
Livability
4.0
Overall quality
3.0
Floorplan
3.0
Driving/towing
3.0
Factory warranty/support
2.0
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Patsy S Bass

Georgia

Reviewed on June 22, 2018

RV reviewed 2016 Forest River Forester 3051S view listing

3.4
Owned since new in 2016. Had numerous warranty issues. Was in shop for over two months to fix warranty issues. Leak in the back window area in the bedroom. Ruined the walls. The floor squeaked in living area but they did not fix that. The radio LED dimmed so you couldn't see it but they didn't replace radio. ... read more
Owned since new in 2016. Had numerous warranty issues. Was in shop for over two months to fix warranty issues. Leak in the back window area in the bedroom. Ruined the walls. The floor squeaked in living area but they did not fix that. The radio LED dimmed so you couldn't see it but they didn't replace radio. The main TV connection burned and had to be replaced. The refrigerator developed a leak in the waterline and we replaced the line. Numerous other issues were completed. Now today we went to check on our RV in storage (outdoor) and had leakage over the cab and has ruined the ceiling and the bunk bed area. Saw water leaking outside and went in and saw the damage. This is definitely a manufacturing defect on the seal line on the roof. We will be contacted the dealership for repair. Warranty has run out of course but hoping they will honor the defect. Only has 3,000 miles on it and hasn't been driven on any long trips yet. Also, the water filter froze this past winter and cracked, so will have to remove that for the upcoming winter season. Husband loves the drive ability of the coach but isn't happy with the layout of the coach. We waited a long time for this unit to be available and finally it was in 2016. Now regretting out purchase.
Livability
3.0
Overall quality
3.0
Floorplan
2.0
Driving/towing
5.0
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4.0
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Derrell Hilgers

Washington

Reviewed on April 28, 2018

RV reviewed 2016 Forest River Forester 3051S view listing

3.0
The RV has spent as much time in the dealers repair shop as my garage. The first year I owned it the only milage I got on it was driving back and forth to the dealer. Several defects were repaired under warranty. Problems continued, after the one year warranty expired the dealership found a factory defect ... read more
The RV has spent as much time in the dealers repair shop as my garage. The first year I owned it the only milage I got on it was driving back and forth to the dealer. Several defects were repaired under warranty. Problems continued, after the one year warranty expired the dealership found a factory defect in the installation of the refrigerator , a slow leak in the water line attached to the ice maker After agreeing with the dealership to repairing it under warranty they now are arguing with dealership over shop hour required to fix the damage caused by the water leak. The RV has been withe dealership since April 26th, with over 20 request to Forester Rivers warranty repair repair representative M.Janokowski the only reply is "Auth. still in request status-RMK" Since I have owned the RV I have been only able to take to trips with it, the last one without able to use the onboard water system. Numerous problems with the slide, electrical systems, a mattress that was installed backwards to hide the fact it did not fit the pedestal are only of few of the problems with this RV and Forest Rivers customer service.
Livability
3.0
Overall quality
3.0
Floorplan
4.0
Driving/towing
4.0
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1.0
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Debra L Dobrowski

Ohio

Reviewed on November 14, 2017

RV reviewed 2016 Forest River Forester 3051S view listing

2.0
Several issues. A leak from faulty valve fittings. Both radios have issues. leveling jacks have issues. slide does not work roller is defective. less than 3,000 miles used 20 times at best.whats next?... read more
Several issues. A leak from faulty valve fittings. Both radios have issues. leveling jacks have issues. slide does not work roller is defective. less than 3,000 miles used 20 times at best.whats next?
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1.0
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4.0
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3.0
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