Who can Tow me all the way home ?

[191185]

I've been looking at Good Sams, AAA, and my auto insurance..


Nobody that I can find, will offer coverage that will tow me home ..


Example. My truck breaks down, I'm fine with the truck going to the nearest mechanic, but where does my travel trailer go ? they only tow it to the nearest service center ? But it doesn't need service ...

Will anyone take my travel trailer, and tow it across the country home, if my tow vehicle breaks down ?

[RoJoSo]

I have AAA, I do not think they will tow the rig home but, may tow it to a campground or the like. Or, maybe tow it to somewhere you can "store" and put you up in a room.
I had a trailer that was wrecked, they towed it to the nearest dealer of my choice. I had 3 to choose from. Luckily I as only less than an hour from home.
For sure it's something to look into and know.

[Canyonlight]

This question has been raised over the years here. As I recall members shared that there is a GDRV (or maybe RV in general) FB site (I do not do FB) that deals with this issue. I recall references to the commercial RV delivery companies that deliver RVs/trailers/etc. to dealers as an option. It also seems there were a group of private folks who were approved/licensed/etc. to do this.

Hopefully someone who is familiar with this will chime in. If I find the thread(s) on this forum dealing with this I will share that/those.

Dan

[SolarPoweredRV]

I think it all depends on where you are when you break down.

If you are close to home (within 100 or 200 miles) AAA RV coverage will tow you up to 200 miles depending on your coverage. If you are further out, you may need to make arrangements to have your camper towed to a local campground or storage yard. Unless you are planning to have your engine or transmission replaced, your Tow Vehicle should be able to get repaired in a day or two. If your Tow Vehicle is down for much longer than that, you can contact an RV transport company to haul your camper home.

If your truck is in an accident and is not driveable, then your Insurance company will pay to have your camper towed home as part of your insurance claim.

If you have a medical condition, then a membership in FMCA would be your best bet because they have insurance coverage that will get your RV back home if you are incapacitated.

[DarthMuffin]

I don't know of any travel insurance that will, but I would recommend joining an RV club like the "Escapees". There's a network of friendly people willing to help, if you get in a bind you can usually find someone to provide crash space or even come out and help drive.

[WhittleBurner]

There are policies you can buy to get the rig, you and your loved ones home but they are pricy.

[Spartacus]

I have AAA RV coverage, well I had never had them to tow me but I needed them to change my tire.

[SolarPoweredRV]

There are policies you can buy to get the rig, you and your loved ones home but they are pricy.

That is what the FMCA insurance does, it comes with the membership.

It is an incredible benefit that you hope you never need to use.

[larry0071]

That is what the FMCA insurance does, it comes with the membership.

It is an incredible benefit that you hope you never need to use.

You would have to help me understand why you think that. I am on the website now looking at the coverages, and I am not seeing anything that agrees with your supposition.

FMCA Roadside Assistance Program
FMCA's Roadside Rescue®, powered by SafeRide RV Motor Club, will be there when you need it. SafeRide RV provides fully equipped services and valuable benefits to FMCA Members. You can even extend your coverage to additional family members living in your household and add additional passenger vehicles.

Benefits Include:
Towing to the nearest qualified repair center
Fuel delivery
Lockout service
Tire change
Battery boost
Tech assistance
And more!

Am I covered for towing?
Towing is covered to the nearest qualified repair center. If a non-accident related tow is necessary, the customer’s disabled vehicle will be taken to the nearest qualified repair facility.

What does "nearest qualified repair shop" mean?
Qualified equates to placing the unit at a repair center that can handle the specific type of repair. In many cases the member has already “pre-qualified” with the location they request it be towed to. If not, you will be towed to the nearest location within the SafeRide RV Motor Club network of authorized repair shops.

https://www.fmca.com/fmca-rv-roadside-assistance

[SolarPoweredRV]

You would have to help me understand why you think that. I am on the website now looking at the coverages, and I am not seeing anything that agrees with your supposition.


https://www.fmca.com/fmca-rv-roadside-assistance

The "Get your RV back home" coverage falls under the FMCA "Assist" program and not under the Roadside Assistance program.

Here are a couple of highlights from their FMCA Assist Benefits page:

What is FMCAssist?

FMCAssist is emergency medical evacuation and repatriation coverage available to active FMCA members who experience a medical event and are no longer able to continue their travels. FMCA members must be 100 or more miles from home to qualify. Full-time RVers are always considered 100 or more miles from home. FMCAssist services are also available to members when traveling abroad. Some exclusions and limitation amounts pertain to these benefits.

What services are provided as part of the FMCAssist program?

Emergency Medical Evacuation/Repatriation
Repatriation
Emergency Medical Reunion
Return of Mortal Remains
Return of Dependents
Recreational Vehicle/RV Return (limited to trips in North America only)
Automobile Return (limited to trips in North America only)
Pet Return
Prescription Medication and Glasses Replacement
Discount Drug Card

Here is the link for the full description of coverage:

https://www.fmca.com/fmca-assist

This is some serious good coverage for just the price of the FMCA membership.