Forest River Forester windshield & glass replacement

Forester windshield cost depends entirely on the chassis: about $450–$900 on a Ford E-450 or Chevy 4500, and $650–$1,300 on the Sprinter-based Forester MBS, which also needs camera recalibration on newer units.

Two mobile RV glass technicians setting a curved Class A motorhome windshield with suction cups at a desert RV park — Class A curved windshields are set as a two-technician job — the glass is heavy, the curve is unforgiving, and the urethane bead has to be laid in one pass.Photo: RV Glass Directory

Forest River Forester glass at a glance

RV class: Class C
Chassis: Ford E-450, Chevy 4500 or Mercedes Sprinter
Model years: 2000s–present
Glass type: Chassis cab windshield, single piece
Typical cost: $450–$1,300 installed
Glass lead time: 1–5 business days

Forest River sells the Forester on three different chassis, which makes it the coach most often misquoted in this entire category.

Chassis first, model second. That order saves owners hundreds of dollars and days of delay.

What to know before you order Forest River Forester glass

Forester MBS = Mercedes Sprinter; expect higher glass cost and possible ADAS recalibration on 2019+ VS30 chassis.
Ford and Chevy cutaway variants use common, locally stocked cab glass.
The Forester's cab-over cap is bonded fiberglass — the top edge cutout needs RV-aware technique.
Forester and Sunseeker are sibling coaches; a supplier who knows one can source the other.

How to get an accurate Forest River Forester quote

Have the VIN ready — on a class c the glass follows the Ford E-450, Chevy 4500 or Mercedes Sprinter, and model year decides the part.
Say whether the damage is a chip, a running crack, a stress crack with no impact point, or dual-pane fogging — each is a different job.
Ask whether the quote is OEM or aftermarket glass, and whether freight is included.
Confirm the safe drive-away time so you know when the coach can move.
Get the workmanship warranty on leaks and stress cracks in writing before work starts.

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Forest River Forester Glass Questions

What chassis is my Forester on?

Check the steering wheel badge or VIN. Ford E-450, Chevy 4500, and Mercedes Sprinter (Forester MBS) are all in production.

How much is a Forester windshield?

$450–$900 on Ford or Chevy cutaways; $650–$1,300 on the Sprinter MBS, plus $150–$300 recalibration where a camera is fitted.

Is Forester glass the same as Sunseeker glass?

Yes when the chassis matches — they are the same coach under two Forest River brands.