Manufacturers will place the model somewhere on the body. Usually, it is
near the driver's seat
. Often it is on a plate or tag on the driver's door or near the pedals.
Where is a travel trailer VIN located?
For towable recreational vehicles, travel trailers and fifth wheels, you will find the VIN number metal plate or on the Federal certification label. The label is typically
on the left front corner (lower roadside) of the RV somewhere near the bottom of the sidewall
.
How do I find out the year of my travel trailer?
Find the 10th digit from the left (which is also the 8th digit from the right since all VIN's are 17 digits long). It will tell you the model year of the RV. You'll find this digit is either a number or a letter from the alphabet. Either way, you'll be able to determine the model year using this digit.
What do the numbers on the side of a travel trailer mean?
The numbers
represent the square footage of the interior
. RV abbreviations denote that this model has a rear living room with a single slideout.
Can I look up a trailer VIN number?
An RV VIN lookup is a quick online search that generates a comprehensive vehicle history report
. All you need is the VIN to get started. It's a good idea to physically locate the VIN yourself and copy it down rather than take it face-value from the seller.
How do I check a VIN number on a trailer?
The most common places to find the VIN number on a trailer is
on the tongue, near the axles, front left of the sidewall, or near the hitch
. The VIN number will be on a metal plate or it might also be on the Federal certification label on the trailer.
Do travel trailers have a VIN number?
So, do campers have VIN numbers?
Yes, they absolutely do
! Campers and travel trailers have their very own specific VIN numbers, and no two are alike. They are important and mandatory for manufacturers to include.
How can you tell what year a trailer is by the VIN?
The 10th character in the 17-character VIN represents the vehicle model-year
. This standard applies to vehicles built in or after 1981. Before 1981, the VIN format was not standardized and varied by manufacturer.
How many numbers are in a trailer VIN?
Have you looked at a VIN sticker or Certificate of Origin and been confused as to why there are so many numbers necessary to identify your trailer? The
17 digit
VIN number associated with all motor vehicles (and trailers) is designed and mandated by the government to promote industry uniformity.
What does VBM mean in RVS?
60 Gallon
Fresh Water Tank
(VBM)
What does RBS stand for on a camper?
RBS =
Rear Bedroom Slide
or Rear Bath Slide.
Where is the serial number on a camper?
Can my VIN number tell me what model I have?
Vehicle identification numbers can reveal many things about automobiles, including their airbag type, country of origin, engine size, model year, vehicle type, trim level and plant name
.
What does the 8th digit of a VIN mean?
Vehicle Description Section
The fourth through eighth digits
describe your vehicle's model, body type, restraint system, transmission type, and engine code
. The ninth digit is the check digit, which is used to detect fraudulent VINs.
