Write a review

RV Type

Other types

Make and model

Floorplan

Year

Riverside Rv RETRO reviews

3.3 (41 reviews)
Write a review
Liveability
3.5
Overall quality
2.6
Floorplan
3.8
Driving/towing
4.0
Factory warranty
2.7

Top 10 RVs

Reviews

Stars Refinement

49 ratings and reviews

Voted most helpful review

Melissa

North Carolina, USA

Reviewed on July 16, 2024

RV reviewed 2019 Riverside RV Retro 189R view listing

1.4
Worst camper ever! No where to sit except the dinette, uncomfortable. Bathroom sink is in the main area near the kitchen. Who wants to get ready essentially the kitchen? AC runs non stop, cannot hear the TV. The TV is as soon as you walk in the door, odd placement. And finally, our camper had...read more
Worst camper ever! No where to sit except the dinette, uncomfortable. Bathroom sink is in the main area near the kitchen. Who wants to get ready essentially the kitchen? AC runs non stop, cannot hear the TV. The TV is as soon as you walk in the door, odd placement. And finally, our camper had a soft floor. Tracing the leal, it led to the exterior electrical box, it was not sealed. Water ran off the drip at the top, into the unsealed (oversized) hole under the cabinet and ran under the threshold. Taking the drawer out revealed the oversized hole, extremely large hole and the trash left from construction. Don't fall for the quality control, it is not there. Customer service is almost non existent.
Livability
1.0
Overall quality
1.0
Floorplan
1.0
Driving/towing
3.0
Factory warranty/support
1.0
Show less
Helpful (4)

FlagReport

Flag this review
Please select a reason
Voted most helpful review

Deborah

Florida, USA

Reviewed on June 23, 2024

RV reviewed 2018 Riverside RV Retro 179SE view listing

3.2
I purchased this RV used in 2021. It was a nice style, and I liked the Retro look. I got the teal/greenish color with the black and white checkered flooring inside. Everything looked great except whoever had it before me must had had something heavy on the bed that fell over when they were...read more
I purchased this RV used in 2021. It was a nice style, and I liked the Retro look. I got the teal/greenish color with the black and white checkered flooring inside. Everything looked great except whoever had it before me must had had something heavy on the bed that fell over when they were towing it because the floor next to the bed below the window was all scraped up and had been curling apart. The dealer made an effort to glue it back down, but I had to put a small rug on top to cover it. After the very first trip where I was parked in the shade, the plastic material on both seats started flaking and coming apart all over the seat and back rest. I had to cover the seats with a blanket while on my trip to keep them from getting worse and getting material all over the floor. After I got home and removed the blankets, they were covered in plastic seat material. Very, very poor quality. Instead of spending a ton of money to have it fixed, I opted for seat covers I got on Amazon. Also, I had attached some Command strips on the wall to hold a couple of pictures because I didn't want to put any holes in the wall. I wanted to change where the pictures hung and when I attempted to remove the Command strips, the wall finish came off with it! Not good! I am going to be taking it out again soon and I'm not crazy about the quality of it now. I can only wonder what will fall apart next.
Livability
3.0
Overall quality
3.0
Floorplan
4.0
Driving/towing
4.0
Factory warranty/support
2.0
Show less
Helpful (3)

FlagReport

Flag this review
Please select a reason
Voted most helpful review

John McQueen

Oregon, USA

Reviewed on February 20, 2024

RV reviewed 2020 Riverside Rv Retro 169r view listing

1.8
We bought this trailer in 2020 didn’t get to use it much because of Covid took it out about 3 times next year we had several wildfires so only took it out 1 time now we are in 2023 2024 used it for about 3 weeks for a job I had out of town. We have had nothing but trouble with this trailer very...read more
We bought this trailer in 2020 didn’t get to use it much because of Covid took it out about 3 times next year we had several wildfires so only took it out 1 time now we are in 2023 2024 used it for about 3 weeks for a job I had out of town. We have had nothing but trouble with this trailer very poorly built inside trim falling off shower leaks was not sealed properly, the outside corner rubber molding that covers the screws blew off when going down the road all 4 corners and around the door, which is causing water on the inside and mold. Very disappointed in this trailer.
Livability
1.0
Overall quality
1.0
Floorplan
3.0
Driving/towing
3.0
Factory warranty/support
1.0
Show less
Helpful (7)

FlagReport

Flag this review
Please select a reason
Voted most helpful review

Ray Cousino

Reviewed on September 19, 2023

RV reviewed 2022 Riverside RV Retro 171DRD view listing

2.0
We purchased a new Retro Rv camper from a dealer in Ohio. I have to say this is the cheapest, lowest quality camper I have ever seen. Here is just a brief list of problems with our brand new camper. ( Several areas of the roof and trim were missing sealant, so not sure what kind of water damage has...read more
We purchased a new Retro Rv camper from a dealer in Ohio. I have to say this is the cheapest, lowest quality camper I have ever seen. Here is just a brief list of problems with our brand new camper. ( Several areas of the roof and trim were missing sealant, so not sure what kind of water damage has occurred. Missing and poor trim installation on inside. Table is not secure when in up position, cushions do not fit when table is down for secondary bed. Shower pan installed on the outside of the shower walls. Mounting brackets for vent cover on roof installed in wrong place. Wall paneling loose, and causing joint tape to bubble. Exterior door frame not sealed, can see outside / daylight from inside.). Poor design on location of dining and bedroom windows on awning side. Not allowing for a larger awning.
Livability
1.0
Overall quality
1.0
Floorplan
2.0
Driving/towing
5.0
Factory warranty/support
1.0
Show less
Helpful (4)

FlagReport

Flag this review
Please select a reason
Voted most helpful review

Buddy Bahama

Reviewed on September 17, 2023

RV reviewed 2021 Riverside RV Retro 189R view listing

4.4
I bought a Riverside Retro 189R (24 ft) brand new in June of 2021. I have been living in it full time since then. I live in an RV park and hear horror stories about other peoples Travel Trailers /RV's and can only tell you my Riverside RV travel trailer has been great! I live in Florida where it...read more
I bought a Riverside Retro 189R (24 ft) brand new in June of 2021. I have been living in it full time since then. I live in an RV park and hear horror stories about other peoples Travel Trailers /RV's and can only tell you my Riverside RV travel trailer has been great! I live in Florida where it rains hard and the sun bakes! No leaks or problems of any kind. I get many compliments on it's styling and interior layout. The only negative is that at 24 feet, the tub/shower is small. Otherwise I'm super comfortable and plan to continue living in my trailer for a few years to come. Buddy Bahama
Livability
4.0
Overall quality
4.0
Floorplan
5.0
Driving/towing
5.0
Factory warranty/support
4.0
Show less
Helpful (6)

FlagReport

Flag this review
Please select a reason
Voted most helpful review

Joel Collins

Reviewed on August 21, 2023

RV reviewed 2018 Riverside RV Retro 189R view listing

2.6
The camper is fine. It's the customer service and repair/parts center that is the problem. Charged me $800 shipping on the wrong parts. They never bothered to say anything about not having the correct parts. Man, what a headache and loss of money. Beware of future poor assistance if you buy...read more
The camper is fine. It's the customer service and repair/parts center that is the problem. Charged me $800 shipping on the wrong parts. They never bothered to say anything about not having the correct parts. Man, what a headache and loss of money. Beware of future poor assistance if you buy one.
Livability
3.0
Overall quality
3.0
Floorplan
3.0
Driving/towing
3.0
Factory warranty/support
1.0
Show less
Helpful (6)

FlagReport

Flag this review
Please select a reason
Voted most helpful review

D B

Reviewed on July 11, 2023

RV reviewed 2021 Riverside Retro view listing

1.8
Never buy a Riverside again! Really poor workmanship trims come loose, water leaks, propane leak due to not checking out and loose connection, slide out is bowed toches one side not the other, flimsy walls that just push in , and outside screws on fender well door and assist handle are not screwed...read more
Never buy a Riverside again! Really poor workmanship trims come loose, water leaks, propane leak due to not checking out and loose connection, slide out is bowed toches one side not the other, flimsy walls that just push in , and outside screws on fender well door and assist handle are not screwed into anything just loose. If you look in any place under shower in where water pump and wayer heater under sinks full of sawdust and metal shavings wood is split with screws in them. The quality of this camper is poor and their customer service is as well if you can get a person on the phone Bought brand new had it back to dealership 2 times before even taking it out since i dont take it to dealership because they never fixed it so i use another rv repair place Riverside does mot stand by their warrenty either
Livability
1.0
Overall quality
1.0
Floorplan
4.0
Driving/towing
2.0
Factory warranty/support
1.0
Show less
Helpful (0)

FlagReport

Flag this review
Please select a reason
Voted most helpful review

Steve

Reviewed on February 9, 2023

RV reviewed 2022 Riverside RV Retro 135 view listing

5.0
We've used our 135 a half dozen times now (Our is actually a 2023 we purchased new in Late November 2022). We have been happy with it and have had no problems. Everything works, nothing has fallen apart. Some of the other reviewers either bought used versions or needed to actually stay a night...read more
We've used our 135 a half dozen times now (Our is actually a 2023 we purchased new in Late November 2022). We have been happy with it and have had no problems. Everything works, nothing has fallen apart. Some of the other reviewers either bought used versions or needed to actually stay a night in their rv before driving it off the lot to test everything out. The toilet area is extra cramped....I am 5'9" and if I was any taller or had longer legs, i couldn't sit with the door closed. Storage inside the unit is also lacking a bit, but that's a problem with all little RV units I think. Otherwise...we love the rear entry floor plan, it allows for us to use the entire camp-side of the trailer to hang a screen and use our projector to watch NHL/NFL/MLB/EPL games when we have 5G service. The pass-through storage is plenty big for us, and the AC is more than sufficient for this size trailer...and we live in AZ.
Livability
5.0
Overall quality
5.0
Floorplan
5.0
Driving/towing
5.0
Factory warranty/support
5.0
Show less
Helpful (10)

FlagReport

Flag this review
Please select a reason
Voted most helpful review

Kristine V Wilkison

Nevada

Reviewed on October 3, 2022

RV reviewed 2021 Riverside RV Retro 171DRD view listing

1.8
1st trip in March 2021 - shower leaked with water all over floor - it was not caulked at all. Radio did not/does not work. TV did not/does not work - wiring appears to be defective. Trim pieces fell off dinette seat. Cupboard door opened up while on the road (of course, everything fell out. ...read more
1st trip in March 2021 - shower leaked with water all over floor - it was not caulked at all. Radio did not/does not work. TV did not/does not work - wiring appears to be defective. Trim pieces fell off dinette seat. Cupboard door opened up while on the road (of course, everything fell out. Screen door did not (& still does not) stay shut. Unfortunately- due to covid - 2nd trip, was in Sept 2022, so no warranty. Refrigerator did work (possible wiring problem)- had to use an ice chest; hand -held shower head broke; 2 ceiling lights did not work; heater did not work (had to buy a portable heater). We owned our previous trailer 18 years and never had an issue. Wish we had done more research before purchasing this "cute" trailer. We would not recommend it to anyone.
Livability
1.0
Overall quality
1.0
Floorplan
3.0
Driving/towing
3.0
Factory warranty/support
1.0
Show less
Helpful (16)

FlagReport

Flag this review
Please select a reason
Voted most helpful review

Louisa

California

Reviewed on August 8, 2022

RV reviewed 2022 Riverside RV 166 Retro White Water view listing

5.0
I've had three of these incredibly well made trailers. Only 16' with the tongue, head room is over 6'1" under A/C and almost 6'3" everywhere else. Tows like a dream and really easy to maneuver. I was surprised how tight they are when I was caught in a hurricane in Hilton Head island. I read all...read more
I've had three of these incredibly well made trailers. Only 16' with the tongue, head room is over 6'1" under A/C and almost 6'3" everywhere else. Tows like a dream and really easy to maneuver. I was surprised how tight they are when I was caught in a hurricane in Hilton Head island. I read all the reviews and since I was going to live in it), I did all the little things to tighten it up and although nothing cosmetic, I never had a problem with mice, leaking, mold, access, security or water, electric, and communication system. Incredibly well made. I looked at three brands in this price point (this was more by several thousand dollars and worth every penny) and one brand (will not name the brand), you couldn't open the cabinets as they hit the A/C? Riverside Retro RV was the BEST made of ALL.
Livability
5.0
Overall quality
5.0
Floorplan
5.0
Driving/towing
5.0
Factory warranty/support
5.0
Show less
Helpful (6)

FlagReport

Flag this review
Please select a reason
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
Do you have an RV experience to share?

Help other RVers by leaving a review for an RV or dealership.

Write a review