Have you ever arrived at your campsite to find that your lights won’t turn on?
Did you remember to check your batteries before heading out on your trip?
Not having power can ruin your whole camping trip. Here’s what to do when your RV battery dies and what you can expect to pay.
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A Dead Battery is a Common RV Problem
First, recognize you’re not alone. Having RV battery issues doesn’t make you “bad at camping” or mean that you’re any less than any other camper out there. It can happen to anyone and probably happens more often than people are willing to admit.
How Long Do RV Batteries Last?
You can expect any RV battery to last a minimum of 3 years on average. The RV battery type with the longest lifespan is the lithium-ion battery which typically lasts 10-15 years.
Don’t Let A Dead RV Battery Ruin Your Trip
It’s important to keep an eye on your battery’s health and get it swapped out with a new one when needed.
If you have a motorized RV, your camper will run on a chassis battery (the one that runs your engine) as well as a house battery to power your fridge, interior lights, and other necessities. A towable trailer will only use a house battery.
Monitor your battery’s voltage and make sure it’s holding a charge to avoid any unexpected setbacks on your camping trip.
What’s The Fix for a Dead Battery?
If you want to keep the adventure going, make sure to check your battery regularly and swap it out when it’s on its last legs. That way, you can keep the good times rolling without RV maintenance and avoid any vacation-killing battery mishaps.
How Much is a Battery Replacement?
AGM Batteries range between $175- $400
Gel Lead Acid Batteries range between $190-$300
Lithium-ion Batteries range between $200-760
Hopefully you found this article helpful. If you have other service questions or would like to learn more about our BishFix service, you can learn more by going to bishfix.com.
Aaron Brunson
Veteran | Content Creator
I left college to join the Air Force. During my four years of service I found I had a knack for graphic design and writing – so I decided to leave the military and pursue a marketing career. Four years later I found myself at Bish’s RV!