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Explorer

Oct 13, 2017

RV Cameras Have Only 4 Yr Life??

The rear view camera on my 5th wheel has died after about 4 years. The guy who installed it said that was a good life, that manufactures didn't expect them to last longer. Is that right?

I expect they will want between $600 - $1000 to put in new camera, and perhaps monitor too. It is a wired system. Is it worth it? My old camera was pretty vague even when new, and didn't help much when trying to back into a tight spot. It was nice to know what was directly behind me going down the highway, though.

13 Replies

WNYBob
Explorer
Oct 13, 2017
Yes, with the way that technology is evolving 3 to 4 years is about right, just look at Apple iPhones.

I wouldn't have an iPhone. My phone is a BlackBerry, but now it's not supported and I can't get all the new (or old) apps. Not compatible!
doc_brown
Explorer
Oct 13, 2017
Still working fine after 13.5 years.
Dutch_12078
Explorer II
Oct 13, 2017
The camera on our 2001 Landau was the original and still worked. The only reason I replaced it in 2013 along with the monitor was that I wanted a larger screen with color and a two camera high/low view.