RV-C: The Open Communications Standard for RVs

RV-C was created by the RV Industry Association to provide a standardized, open communication protocol for recreational vehicles, built on the proven CAN bus framework. Its purpose is to enable seamless interoperability between multi-vendor RV components—such as lighting, HVAC, power, and chassis systems—while simplifying wiring, diagnostics, and control. By replacing proprietary and incompatible systems, RV-C reduces manufacturing complexity, lowers costs, and allows for easier integration and maintenance across diverse RV platforms. This industry-wide standard ensures that modern RVs can operate more efficiently, reliably, and intelligently through a unified data and control network.

Learn more about RV-C's philosophy of design.

How to Submit an RV-C Amendment

Start with our guide to the RV-C amendment process to understand how it works. Next, submit an RV-C Amendment to request a section of the RV-C Layer Document to then create proposed changes.