How you handle your tires and care for them does matter!

RV Tire Safety & Maintenance: What Every Camper Should Know

When you tow your little slice of home down the highway, your tires are doing the heavy lifting. Tire care might not be glamorous, but it’s one of the easiest ways to protect your family, your Grand Design RV, and your trip. Over the years we’ve learned that most tire trouble is preventable with simple habits and the right gear.

Why RV Tire Maintenance Matters

RV tires face heavy loads, long miles, heat, and temperature swings. Proper RV tire maintenance helps prevent blowouts, improves towing stability, and makes towing safer overall.

Must-Have Tire Gear We Trust

• TireMinder TPMS: Real-time alerts for pressure & temperature.
• Tire inflator/deflator: Helps you set correct PSI before each tow.
• Camco tire changer tool: Great backup tool for tire changes.
• A reliable spare tire: Check regularly and keep inflated.

Daily Checks Before You Tow

• Check tire pressure and inflate to the correct PSI.
• Inspect tread and sidewalls for cracks, bulges, or thinning.
• Confirm your spare is ready.
• Inspect valve stems for leaks.

Know Your Tire Size & Specs

Know your tire size so shops can help quickly. On a recent trip, we called ahead, had the correct tire ordered, and it was ready when we arrived. That saved us hours.

Where to Get Help

• Local tire shops: Often more personal and fast.
• Mobile campground service: They come to you if you're stuck.
• Tow-in repair: When it's safe to drive to a shop.

Check your insurance or roadside assistance so you know what help is included.

Tire Brands We Use

We typically use Goodyear Endurance tires—reliable, long-lasting, and easy to find. If we need a replacement while traveling, we use whatever is available locally, but Goodyear is our top pick.

Final Thoughts: Prevention = Peace of Mind

• Check tire pressure before every tow.
• Use a TPMS to monitor pressure and temperature.
• Carry a tire inflator/deflator and basic tools.
• Keep your spare inflated and inspected.
• Know your tire size when calling for help.

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