Caravan or Motorhome Broken Down? Here Is What to Do

A caravan or motorhome giving up on the way to a break — or on the way home — is stressful. It is big, heavy, valuable, and you cannot just leave it. Here is how to handle it calmly and get moving again.

1. Get everyone safe first

If you are on a motorway, get to the hard shoulder or an emergency refuge, put your hazards on, and get everyone out on the far side of the barrier. On a smaller road, get as far off the carriageway as you safely can.

2. Broke down towing? You need both moved

If your tow car has failed with the caravan still hitched, you need a recovery operator who can take the car and the caravan together. Not everyone can — a caravan is an awkward, heavy load. K9 does exactly this: see caravan & motorhome recovery.

3. Motorhome trouble

Motorhomes are heavier and larger again — A-class and coachbuilt vans need the right truck. Make sure whoever you call can actually handle the size and weight before they set off.

4. No membership? No problem

You do not need breakdown cover to get help. K9 comes to you 24/7, recovers you and your holiday kit, and gets you home — wherever home is. Find your local area or call any time.

Handled with care

Your caravan or motorhome is a big investment and often full of memories. We move it fully insured, with the right equipment, first time. Explore caravan recovery or 24/7 breakdown recovery.