Maryland rv — quick answer
In Maryland, a RV bill of sale is situational and notarization of the title transfer is situational. The state form used for titled vehicles is VR-181. Titling and registration are handled by the Maryland MVA.
Is a RV bill of sale required in Maryland?
Situational. A notarized bill of sale (VR-181) is required when the vehicle is under 7 years old and sold below book value (to base excise tax on the sale price).
Seller assigns the title; the buyer titles and registers at the MVA.
Does a Maryland RV bill of sale need to be notarized?
Situational (situational). Notarization is required specifically when a VR-181 is used (vehicle under 7 years old, sold below NADA book value). Otherwise the title transfer needs no notary.
What to include on a Maryland RV bill of sale
- Buyer and seller names and addresses
- Year, make, model, and RV class/type
- 17-character VIN
- Length and (for motorized RVs) odometer reading
- Price, date, and signatures
How to transfer a RV in Maryland
- 1Complete the bill of sale and title assignment.
Record the buyer, seller, price, odometer, and date. Both parties sign and date.
- 2Hand over the signed title.
Seller assigns the title; the buyer titles and registers at the MVA.
- 3Register with the Maryland MVA.
The buyer titles and registers the RV, bringing Bill of Sale. Confirm current fees on the official page.
Odometer disclosure
Federal law requires a written odometer disclosure when title is transferred for vehicles less than 20 years old. As of 2026 that means model year 2011 and newer; model year 2010 and older are generally exempt. Record the exact mileage — never round it. See the NHTSA rule.
Official sources
Requirements change and can vary by county. Confirm with the Maryland MVA before you sign. Not legal advice.
Maryland RV Bill of Sale — FAQ
Is a RV bill of sale required in Maryland?
A bill of sale is situational in Maryland. A notarized bill of sale (VR-181) is required when the vehicle is under 7 years old and sold below book value (to base excise tax on the sale price).
Does a Maryland RV bill of sale need to be notarized?
Sometimes. Notarization is required specifically when a VR-181 is used (vehicle under 7 years old, sold below NADA book value). Otherwise the title transfer needs no notary.
Is an RV titled like a car or a trailer?
Motorized RVs (Class A/B/C) are titled and registered like vehicles. Towable RVs such as travel trailers and fifth wheels follow trailer titling rules in your state.
Do I record mileage on an RV bill of sale?
Yes for motorized RVs — record the exact odometer reading. Towable RVs have no odometer.
Is a bill of sale proof of ownership?
Generally no. For titled property like a car or boat, the title is what proves ownership. A bill of sale proves that a sale happened and records the price, date, and terms — it supports the title transfer but does not replace it. For untitled property (furniture, equipment, electronics), the signed bill of sale is usually the main proof of ownership.