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2017 Holiday Rambler Vacationer XE reviews

2.6 (7 reviews)
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2.9
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1.9
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3.4
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2.4
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2.3

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Richard Miller

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Reviewed on March 2, 2021

RV reviewed 2017 Holiday Rambler Vacationer XE 32A view listing

2.2
I want to be clear - I wrote REV group trying to resolve the issues - but they obviously could not care less. My spouse is a travelling nurse, specializing in ICU and Critical Care. She stays in the unit when she's on assignment. We bought our Vacationer XE 32A because of the layout. It was ideal for ... read more
I want to be clear - I wrote REV group trying to resolve the issues - but they obviously could not care less. My spouse is a travelling nurse, specializing in ICU and Critical Care. She stays in the unit when she's on assignment. We bought our Vacationer XE 32A because of the layout. It was ideal for her. (Note - I think I'd avoid the white leather, though ---- it stains super easily) To be fair, HR has built some nice features into cabinetry, as well as furniture. The wood finish is nice for an entry level motor home. Unfortunately, that's where the quality stops. The vehicle shakes and wanders all over the road when we drive it (will be purchasing a steering stabilizer if we opt to keep it). The dealer we purchased it from checked alignment and balance and reported no problems. I conclude it's just a crappy design. Drivability is between poor and fair. The cell phone microphone they put into this unit is awful, and you need to be careful with the driver's seat when you crank the room in. The achilles heel on this thing is the water heater. It works sometimes - but we've never had enough hot water to take a shower (even a short one). We've had it in a nearby shop 3 times with no resolution - and HR just kind of shrugged. The levelling system is tempermental. Seems there's always something going wrong with it. We just disconnected it and bought plastic levellers. (I think that's a highly unsatisfactory situation, but we put up with it because we can work around it). The heat in the under-belly is a great touch - but HR did not hook up the ductwork that goes from the furnace to the bedroom. Result - - cold bedroom. That's just lazy slop. My biggest bone to pick is the way HR handles warranties. The very second it's out, it's out. They just shrug and say "out of warranty." (actually - would be elated if they said that much - they've ignored our attempts) My spouse's passion is saving lives, not fixing motorhomes and supporting mechanic pensions. I'm disappointed, and won't be purchasing another REV Group product.
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3.0
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1.0
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4.0
Driving/towing
2.0
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Richard

Florida

Reviewed on December 25, 2020

RV reviewed 2017 Holiday Rambler Vacationer XE 32A view listing

2.6
If you're new to RVs, buy from a dealer who will give you an extensive, detailed walk through. The manual is not helpful at all. My unit has a few bugs. I suppose that's normal. The problem is that the manual gives no reliable guidance. There is nothing "standard" .... id imagine the mos... read more
If you're new to RVs, buy from a dealer who will give you an extensive, detailed walk through. The manual is not helpful at all. My unit has a few bugs. I suppose that's normal. The problem is that the manual gives no reliable guidance. There is nothing "standard" .... id imagine the most common problem with RVs. Thing is, with a 100k , I think it'd be reasonable to expect and get more support and documentation. Many of my unit's components do not match what's in the manual. Makes it very hard to troubleshoot. The directions for leveling are USELESS, and in fact, self contradicting. (One step says to shut the engine off, another says the engine must be running) The directions for the electrical are bad. I've already drained a battery. My water system looks nothing like the manual. Am a bit upset about that, as I desperately need a shower. I'm told my unit has a heat pump, but I see no directions, and have not figured out how to heat the BR.
Livability
3.0
Overall quality
2.0
Floorplan
4.0
Driving/towing
3.0
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Sandra Smith

Florida

Reviewed on October 14, 2018

RV reviewed 2017 Holiday Rambler Vacationer XE 34S view listing

5.0
I love the RV, absolutely nothing negative about it. Rides good very comfortable. Love having the two bathrooms. Has lots of storage. We just don't feel that at our age we will use it enough. The stove top and the confection oven has never been used. Excelllent condition! Like new.... read more
I love the RV, absolutely nothing negative about it. Rides good very comfortable. Love having the two bathrooms. Has lots of storage. We just don't feel that at our age we will use it enough. The stove top and the confection oven has never been used. Excelllent condition! Like new.
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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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Stephen Spring

Florida

Reviewed on September 12, 2017

RV reviewed 2017 Holiday Rambler Vacationer XE 36F view listing

1.0
This worst piece of junk metal ever .only owned 1 week and everything is falling apart .hot water dont work .wood falling off paint peeling fender fell off twice .DO NOT BUY ....AND DONT BUY from dealer. THEY DONT FIX .AND KEEP FOR MONTHS IN THE SHOP .DONT RETURN CALLS buyer be aware stay away from the cheap ... read more
This worst piece of junk metal ever .only owned 1 week and everything is falling apart .hot water dont work .wood falling off paint peeling fender fell off twice .DO NOT BUY ....AND DONT BUY from dealer. THEY DONT FIX .AND KEEP FOR MONTHS IN THE SHOP .DONT RETURN CALLS buyer be aware stay away from the cheap made junk that just falls apart
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1.0
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Chuck

Florida

Reviewed on April 12, 2017

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1.2
Delivered from Florida Dealer stock 9 Mar 17. As others reported, the unit suffered from a long list of issues such as Main Slide hanging up on cabinet, water leaks, a crack in the exterior fiberglas wall, doors that do not close/lock properly, non-functioning entry steps & generator. Even the installed ... read more
Delivered from Florida Dealer stock 9 Mar 17. As others reported, the unit suffered from a long list of issues such as Main Slide hanging up on cabinet, water leaks, a crack in the exterior fiberglas wall, doors that do not close/lock properly, non-functioning entry steps & generator. Even the installed AM/FM radio is poor. (Our 4th RV.) Handles very poorly on the road. But worst of all, HR Warranty Authorizations take days, maybe weeks as we have been waiting for four (4) days to get necessary repairs started. Out of desperation, vehicle left with Dealer on 12 Apr until repairs complete. Like the other report, this unit will be For Sale as soon as it is in condition to show. Word to the wise: DO NOT BUY HR unless you enjoy wrestling with pigs in the mud !!
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1.0
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1.0
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2.0
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1.0
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Richard Smith

Michigan

Reviewed on October 31, 2016

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3.2
Buyer Beware. The motor home had over 27 items that needed to be fixed within the first 30 days and spent 15 days in the shop in the first month. Holiday Rambler had no quality control on this unit or attention to detail. Ride ability was very poor with a great deal of road noise. Found out they never sealed ... read more
Buyer Beware. The motor home had over 27 items that needed to be fixed within the first 30 days and spent 15 days in the shop in the first month. Holiday Rambler had no quality control on this unit or attention to detail. Ride ability was very poor with a great deal of road noise. Found out they never sealed the stairs properly, who knows what else the forgot to do. Sold it before our 2nd payment. Don't recommend Holiday Rambler.
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3.0
Overall quality
2.0
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4.0
Driving/towing
3.0
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Richard

Michigan

Reviewed on October 20, 2016

RV reviewed 2017 Holiday Rambler Vacationer XE 32A view listing

2.8
We bought a 2017 Vactioner XE and even before we picked it up, there were 8 items that had to be fixed by the dealer. After 2 weeks, the number went to 27 items. From missing cables, construction of the stairs not being completed, missing seals, to many items to mention. Thought HR built a quality item, Buyer... read more
We bought a 2017 Vactioner XE and even before we picked it up, there were 8 items that had to be fixed by the dealer. After 2 weeks, the number went to 27 items. From missing cables, construction of the stairs not being completed, missing seals, to many items to mention. Thought HR built a quality item, Buyer Beware. We sold it after only 45 days. Not sure if this coach was build on a Friday afternoon when everyone was out to lunch, but it was just very poor attention to detail and no quality inspection. Our dealer fixed everything, but we lost faith in the unit.
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4.0
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4.0
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2.0
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