Florida Recreational Vehicle Dealer Bond: Requirements, Cost & Renewal Guide

Obtain Your Florida Recreational Vehicle Dealer Bond Online

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Florida recreational vehicle dealers must maintain a $10,000 or $20,000 surety bond as part of the state’s dealer licensing process. Dealers with four or fewer supplemental licenses require a $10,000 bond, while dealers with more than four supplemental licenses require a $20,000 bond. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles requires this bond under Section 320.771, Florida Statutes. Your Recreational Vehicle Dealer license must be renewed by September 30 each year, so licensed RV dealers should keep their bond active before that deadline.

Understanding your bonding requirements can help you avoid licensing delays and remain compliant with Florida law.

At American Surety Bonds Agency, qualified applicants requiring the $10,000 bond can obtain it online through our Instant Issue platform. Dealers with more than four supplemental licenses who require a $20,000 bond should contact our office for assistance.

Obtain Your Florida Recreational Vehicle Dealer Bond Online

The Florida Recreational Vehicle Dealer Bond goes by several names depending on where you look.

You may also see it called:

• Surety Bond – Recreational Vehicle Dealer
• Florida RV Dealer Bond
• FL Recreational Vehicle Dealer Surety Bond

These names refer to the same Florida Recreational Vehicle Dealer Bond described on this page. The required bond amount is $10,000 for a dealer with four or fewer supplemental licenses and $20,000 for a dealer with more than four supplemental licenses. Florida Recreational Vehicle Dealer Bond is the common name used across the industry, while the official bond form is titled the Surety Bond – Recreational Vehicle Dealer (Form HSMV 86019).

The Florida Recreational Vehicle Dealer Bond is a $10,000 or $20,000 surety bond required by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles for holders of a Recreational Vehicle Dealer license. A dealer with four or fewer supplemental licenses requires a $10,000 bond. A dealer with more than four supplemental licenses requires a $20,000 bond.

This bond helps protect the public by guaranteeing that RV dealers comply with the terms of any written contract made in connection with the sale, exchange, or improvement of a recreational vehicle, and that they do not violate Chapters 319 or 320, Florida Statutes, in the conduct of their business.

If a dealer fails to comply with those requirements and a retail or wholesale customer suffers a loss as a result, an eligible claim may be made against the bond. The bond provides financial protection for consumers while helping maintain professional standards throughout Florida’s RV dealer industry.

You must obtain this bond if you are:

• A new applicant for a Florida Recreational Vehicle Dealer license (new-RV or used-RV dealer)
• A current RV dealer completing an annual license renewal
• A dealer reinstating a bond that has lapsed

This bond helps protect Florida consumers from financial losses connected to RV dealer transactions.

As a result, by requiring licensed Recreational Vehicle Dealers to maintain a surety bond, Florida helps:

• Protect retail and wholesale customers from losses caused by a dealer’s contract violations
• Encourage RV dealers to comply with Chapters 319 and 320, Florida Statutes
• Promote accountability and consumer confidence in Florida’s recreational vehicle industry

Ultimately, by maintaining an active surety bond, licensed RV dealers demonstrate their commitment to complying with Florida law and protecting the customers they serve.

The required bond amount depends on the number of supplemental licenses held by the dealer. A dealer with four or fewer supplemental licenses requires a $10,000 bond. A dealer with more than four supplemental licenses requires a $20,000 bond.

Dealers do not pay the full bond amount upfront. Instead, they pay a premium, which is the price charged to obtain the bond.

Qualified applicants can obtain the $10,000 bond through our Instant Issue platform, with premiums starting as low as $100 for one year. Dealers requiring the $20,000 bond should contact American Surety Bonds Agency for pricing and assistance.

One of the most important dates for Florida RV dealers is September 30 — the fixed statewide renewal deadline FLHSMV sets for the Recreational Vehicle and Mobile Home dealer license class.

Licensed dealers must maintain an active surety bond as part of their annual license renewal. Obtaining or renewing your bond before the deadline helps keep your license in compliance and avoid a delinquent renewal fee.

Although bonds are issued within minutes through our Instant Issue platform, American Surety Bonds Agency recommends obtaining your bond early enough to allow time to submit your renewal paperwork to FLHSMV before the September 30 deadline.

Dealers with four or fewer supplemental licenses can obtain the required $10,000 bond through our secure Instant Issue platform:

1. Start your Florida Recreational Vehicle Dealer Bond application through our secure Instant Issue platform.
2. Enter Your Information. Provide the required details to complete your bond application.
3. Pay Securely. Pay for your bond by credit card.
4. Download Your Bond. Instantly download your bond and submit it with the appropriate FLHSMV licensing materials.

Need a $20,000 Bond?

Recreational Vehicle Dealers with more than four supplemental licenses require a $20,000 bond. This bond is not available through the $10,000 Instant Issue application.

Please contact American Surety Bonds Agency at 404-486-2355 or Toll-Free at 877-201-8976 for pricing and assistance with the $20,000 bond.

American Surety Bonds Agency has been helping businesses meet their surety bond requirements for decades. Whether you’re applying for your first Recreational Vehicle Dealer license or renewing an existing one, our experienced team is here to help make the bonding process simple and efficient.

When you choose American Surety Bonds Agency, you’ll receive:

• Instant Issue available for qualified applicants
• Competitive rates
• Fast online application
• Fast turnaround
• Experienced surety professionals available to answer questions
• Convenient annual renewal reminders

Above all, we’re committed to helping businesses obtain the bonds they need with responsive service and experienced guidance every step of the way.

Don’t wait until your September 30 deadline.

American Surety Bonds Agency makes obtaining your Florida Recreational Vehicle Dealer Bond fast, affordable, and hassle-free.

Apply today and keep your license in good standing.

Obtain Your Florida Recreational Vehicle Dealer Bond Online

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