Making it harder for thieves to steal your RV

I couldn't find any reliable information or statistics about RV theft in the United States. I've never met anyone who has lost an RV to theft. They are not like automobiles which have a great deal of value after being torn down into parts for resale. The RV used parts market is not lucrative enough for thieves to exploit. RVs are usually the target of petty thieves who break-in and steal the TV, VCR and other electronic gear but leave the RV where they found it.

RVs probably do get stolen on occasion (and if you have a story about a stolen RV please click on the light blue "comments" below and tell us). If you want to make it more difficult for thieves to steal your RV consider putting a lock on the hitch. Master Lock makes these hitch locks for Travel Trailers and you can find them in the automotive department of WalMart for around $25.00. No lock will stop a determined thief, but it will slow them down or perhaps make them look elsewhere for an easier target.
Locks are also available for 5th wheel king pins. Receiver hitch locks are another consideration because you take your towing vehicle around town and leave it parked in unprotected parking areas. You definitely want your hitch to be there when you get ready to hook-up and leave so consider purchasing one for your hitch. Receiver hitch locks are available in the automotive department of WalMart.
Helping to prevent you from parting with your property prematurely - Jim Twamley, Professor of RVing