Liability for gas systems: Safety during camping from June 19, 2025!

Liability for gas systems: Safety during camping from June 19, 2025!

In the Coesfeld district, motorhomes and caravans are very popular - holidaymakers are looking forward to the freedom of travel with Caravan and Co. But soon there will be new regulations: From June 19, 2025, all leisure vehicles with permanently built -in liquid gas systems, i.e. residential homes and caravans, have to show a valid gas test according to DVGW G 607. This regulation brings with it some important changes that will affect both security and legal aspects. So far it was possible to travel without these exams, but this is clear risks

The main cause of the introduction of this new obligation to test is the dangers that assume the old or improperly maintained gas systems. Defects such as fragile hoses or cracked seals can have dangerous consequences, from uncontrolled gas leak to potential explosions. In this context, TÜV Nord urgently advises travel without a valid test sticker, even if it is only short excursions.

What does that mean for camper?

From the specified day, all owners of motorhomes and caravans that had no examination before June 19, 2024 are obliged to have an initial exam carried out. After that, a new exam must be carried out every two years, regardless of the main inspection (HU), which is still a familiar term for many vehicle drivers. This regulation not only applies to running devices, but also affects the entire gas system, including gas pipes, connections as well as safety -relevant components and ventilation openings. Unchecked vehicles even have to expect fines - of 15 euros with a deadline exceeding two to four months up to 60 euros at more than eight months.

Security is the top priority here. Finally, the regulation aims to reduce the dangers when cooking, cooling and heating in motorhomes and caravans and avoiding possible accidents. It is important that the exams of recognized experts, such as TÜV test centers or half-timbered sites, are carried out. Many of these service providers also offer mobile tests, which is particularly practical if you don't want to travel far to make sure that everything is fine.

What does the exam cost?

The cost of a gas test usually amounts to 40 to 80 euros and last between 20 and 45 minutes. If you take care of the exam in time, you can start the next camping season more relaxed. All of this does not happen without a good reason: the risk of the gas leakage must be taken seriously - too many accidents have happened due to poor systems, and the new provisions should remedy this.

Not only the security, also the preservation of insurance cover can be in danger if there is no test sticker. Especially when checking on campsites, this can lead to not even getting access. Thus, the new regulations are not only a question of security, but also an absolute must in order not to get into legal difficulties.

The new regulations regarding the obligation to test for gas systems are therefore an important step towards security for all campers. Find out in good time to get your vehicle up to date in good time and to be able to start the next holiday season carefree.

Further details and information can be found at: Radio Kiepenkerl , Autoservice Praxis and ADAC .