NHTSA issues recalls for motorhomes and travel trailers over defects

The XV-3 travel trailer has been introduced by an American company. The trailer is constructed entirely from military-grade aluminum, offering enhanced durability and structural strength.

Vermont State Police have released the identity of a man who died in a camper fire. The incident occurred Sunday morning on Route 14 in Sharon. Investigators believe the fire was caused by improper disposal of smoking materials.

A motorhome caught fire yesterday evening while driving in the Thousand Palms area. Bystanders extinguished the flames before firefighters arrived, but one woman sustained burn injuries and was transported to a hospital.

Residents voiced strong opposition to a proposed RV ordinance during a Gering City Council meeting. The discussion highlighted tensions between local regulations and the rights of recreational vehicle owners regarding parking and habitation.

A camper fire in Millbrook resulted in one fatality and damage to two vehicles. The incident occurred on January 27, 2026, on the I-65 Service Road. The fire originated from an electric fireplace, with wind conditions contributing to its rapid spread to an adjacent camper.

In Louisiana, investigators are probing a deadly RV fire that occurred at 10 a.m. Monday in the town of Reserve. A lithium battery is being considered as a potential cause, and the RV lacked a working smoke alarm. This marks the seventh fire-related fatality in the state within a week.