New lawsuits are still being filed against the Camping World location in North Charleston, South Carolina, more than a year after a local investigation reported dozens of complaints and lawsuits involving RVs allegedly sold in poor condition.
According to Live 5 News, the North Charleston Camping World location at 8155 Rivers Avenue has faced continued legal action from customers who claim they bought RVs with serious defects, delays, and unresolved repair problems. Camping World was contacted by the station for comment on the ongoing complaints and lawsuits, but did not respond.
Attorney Says Calls From Frustrated Customers Continue
Lowcountry attorney Josh Slavin told Live 5 News that his firm now hears from Camping World customers nearly every week.
“We get a call almost every week,” Slavin told the station. “I knew it was a big problem, but I didn’t know how big it was until after your story ran.”
Slavin said his firm currently has up to eight pending cases against the RV dealership, and that number continues to grow. The claims follow a 2025 Live 5 investigation that reported dozens of lawsuits and complaints connected to the North Charleston location.
Customers Allege Serious RV Defects
In March 2025, more than a dozen Charleston County lawsuits were filed against Camping World, according to the report. Customers alleged the dealership knew campers had defects before they were sold.
One lawsuit filed last fall involved a new 2022 RV purchased from the North Charleston Camping World. According to court documents cited by Live 5 News, the lawsuit alleges the RV’s door would not lock, water was leaking, and there was a strong propane odor because gas lines were not secured properly.
The lawsuit also alleged the dealership missed scheduled maintenance appointments and that the customers received “empty promises” from Camping World. An RV inspector later warned the customers not to use the camper until the issues were resolved because of concerns about mold growth inside the unit.
Repair Delays Can Leave Owners Stuck
For many RV buyers, the purchase is not just about transportation or recreation. It may represent retirement plans, long-awaited trips, or even a home on wheels.
Slavin described one client with early-onset dementia who had planned to use an RV with her husband to make memories during the time she had left. Instead, he said, the RV spent a year or two sitting at the dealer waiting for repairs.
He also argued that the issue goes beyond one dealership. Slavin said the problem involves both manufacturers and dealers, with some RVs allegedly leaving the production line with defects and then spending months waiting for repairs after customers discover problems.
What RV Buyers Can Learn From This
The allegations are still part of ongoing legal cases, and Camping World did not respond to Live 5 News’ request for comment. Still, the report points to a broader concern many RV shoppers already know well: buying a camper is a major purchase, and problems can be expensive, time-consuming, and stressful.
Slavin said one of the best steps buyers can take is hiring an independent RV inspector before purchasing.
An inspector can check the RV from top to bottom and provide a detailed report before the buyer commits. That kind of inspection may help catch problems with water intrusion, propane systems, locks, electrical components, appliances, seals, slides, and other areas that can be difficult for a buyer to fully evaluate during a quick walkthrough.
A Reminder Before Buying Any RV
New and used RVs can both have issues, even when they look clean on the lot. Before signing paperwork, buyers may want to consider:
- Hiring an independent RV inspector
- Testing all major systems before delivery
- Checking for water damage, soft spots, odors, and mold concerns
- Reviewing warranty terms carefully
- Getting repair promises in writing
- Keeping copies of all service requests, messages, and documents
- Avoiding pressure to take delivery before known issues are fixed
For RV shoppers, the takeaway is simple: slow down, inspect carefully, and do not rely only on a dealer walkthrough when making a purchase that could cost tens of thousands of dollars.
I use an RV for work travel and have embraced the RV world. I see a lot of complaints when it comes to product and service from the big RV Dealerships. I often wonder how much of the issues are the dealerships fault? If you are buying a new RV and it has massive issues, is that the dealerships fault or the manufacturer ? Now I do believe the Big dealers should put more pressure on their suppliers as they bare the brunt of the complaints for products they sell but did not make. The big three at this point in my opinion from a Business prospective should have opened their own factories to ensure better product and quality for their customers. It would be the best way to protect their reputation’s and ensure the products could be designed and built by people who use or work on them to improve quality and satisfaction. In the past businesses would acquire other parts of the supply chain or buy the manufacture to ensure supply and control quality. Perhaps they need to return to that way of doing business. .