What RV Manufacturers Are Out of Business

by Tom
(CA)

I've heard that a lot of RV Manufacturers are going out of business or filing for bankruptcy. Do you know which RV manufacturers are going out of business or where I can find a list of motorhome manufacturers who are now bankrupt?

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Jan 26, 2010

RV Companies Recoving from Bankruptcy
by: Sharon

Monaco and Fleetwood showed a refreshing lineup of RVs at the December 2009 National RV Trade Show in Louisville, KY.

Winnebago displayed an array of coaches at the high and low price points. Winnebago also showed the Via that includes a queen bed and the popular Sprinter chassis.

Roadtrek has introduced a rear slide-out on their SS-Ideal Class B motor home.

Newmar highlighted their Mountain Aire luxury mothohome.

Jayco, Coachman, Forest River, Four Winds and Damon also introduced a number of new or re-modeled coaches at the show.

Nov 21, 2009

3rd Party Extended Warranty Comes Through
by: Wes & Kathy at Scrapbooks

With so many RV manufacture's out of business, the 3rd party extended warranty is a must. We just bought our Rexhall Aerbus a year ago and spent the extra cash to get the premium warranty offered by our dealer.

One year later, we just had all the small problems fixed while we were back home for a visit. Generator Oil Leak, Washer/Dryer not drying, Charge controler sometimes not charging batteries fully, CO2 detector quit and water leak in the toilet valve.

Total repair bill was more than $3000.00 and our part was $150.00 (two deductibles - two shops)

Still one more year left on the extended... I think it was more than worth it.

Wes
www.ScrapbookTraining.com

Nov 21, 2009

RV Warranty Information
by: Don

Any RV from manufacturers who have gone out of business are referred to as orphan RVs. If you are considering purchasing one of these because they are being offered at rock bottom prices now, I'd be careful to get all warranty information in writing.

If you already own an orphan RV contact the manufacturer and see if they are still honoring the warranty contract.

Be aware there is a difference between the manufacturer's warranty, and an extended warranty or service plan through a third-party. If your purchased a third-party or extended warranty and the company is still in business they should be honoring repairs.

Nov 21, 2009

Recreational Vehicle Warranty
by: John

What happens to my recreational vehicle warranty if the RV manufacturer is out of business?

Nov 21, 2009

Bankrupt RV Manufacturers
by: Don

The recession has really taken a toll on the RV industry. Quite a few RV manufacturers are out of business, and every big RV manufacturer is either laying employees off or cutting back on production.

Here's the list that we are aware of. If anyone knows of others please comment.

Out of Business RV Manufacturers:

Alfa
Ameri Camp
Big Foot RV
Chinook - Trail Wagons
Rag'n
Dolphin
Extreme RV
King of the Road
National RV
Pilgrim International
Sun Valley Inc.
Sunline Coach Company
Teton Homes
Travel Supreme
Travelaire
Weekend Warrior
Western RV

Bankrupt RV Manufacturers or cutting back:
Fleetwood filed bankruptcy
Monaco and Country Coach have stopped production