Short and to the point: yes, from June 2024, anyone with a motor caravan or caravan equipped with an LPG system must have the system inspected every two years. In April 2022, the requirement for LPG inspections in motor caravans was removed from the roadworthiness directive.
Short and to the point: yes, from June 2024, anyone with a motor caravan or caravan equipped with an LPG system must have the system inspected every two years. In April 2022, the requirement for LPG inspections in motor caravans was removed from the roadworthiness directive.
With the inclusion of the new “Section 60 LPG systems for recreational use” in the German Road Traffic Licensing Regulations (StVZO), the legal situation has now been clarified. The gas inspection is thus independent of the main inspection and is required before the initial commissioning, before recommissioning after mandatory modifications, and generally every two years. If no gas inspection has yet been carried out for your motor caravan or caravan, the owner can have it done retroactively by 19 June 2025. Those who miss this deadline must expect a penalty – see the final paragraph.
The gas inspection ensures the safe operation of LPG systems and is necessary for the safe use of LPG for heating, cooling and cooking in motor caravans or caravans, to prevent accidents.
A certified expert in accordance with G 607 performs the gas inspection. This person checks the LPG system and its components in the caravan or motor caravan for proper functioning. The inspection is based on the DVGW code of practice G 607, which, among other things, specifies the requirements for the system (and its inspection) and the intervals that must be observed.
The functioning of the gas appliances and the tightness of the entire gas system must be checked. The expert also inspects the condition of the technical components such as regulators and hoses. These parts are also subject to mandatory replacement after a maximum of eight to ten years.
After successfully passing the gas inspection, the vehicle is issued a new inspection sticker, and the expert records the result in the yellow inspection booklet. This certifies to the vehicle owner that the LPG system is in perfect technical condition.
The gas inspection for motor caravans or caravans can generally be carried out by any G 607-certified expert.
There are independent experts who, for example, visit campsites, as well as experts at car dealerships or camping retailers with an affiliated workshop. You can also find experts at inspection centres such as DEKRA or TÜV. Below we have provided two links to help you find an inspector near you:
First of all: the cost of an inspection can vary and is not uniformly regulated. Based on our research, the inspection itself typically costs around 50 to 70 euros and takes roughly 20 to 45 minutes.
Potential repairs, adjustments or newly required components are of course not included in this price.
Anyone who ignores the new inspection deadline and gets caught must expect fines ranging from 15 to 60 euros. With the inclusion of Section 60 in the StVZO, failure to comply now constitutes an administrative offence and is accordingly subject to a monetary penalty.
This blog will never ask members of the public or unqualified persons to make changes to or fiddle around with technical systems themselves.
In accordance with the Industrial Safety Regulation (BetrSichV), a qualified person must take care of a system which requires monitoring.
A qualified person is someone who has the specific specialist knowledge required. This knowledge is gained by way of a professional apprenticeship, corresponding professional experience or current occupational activity.
Please note that the texts are based on information, regulations and standards for Germany. Please always check the rules and regulations in the relevant country of destination and consult specialists if necessary.
