Hawaii RV — quick answer
In Hawaii, an RV bill of sale is situational and notarization of the title transfer is situational. The state form used for titled vehicles is CS-L(MVR)40 / county forms. Titling and registration are handled by the County DMV.
Is an RV bill of sale required in Hawaii?
Situational. A bill of sale is used in the transfer; titling is handled by each county.
Seller signs the title; the buyer completes transfer at the county motor vehicle office for their island.
Does a Hawaii RV bill of sale need to be notarized?
Situational (situational). A notarized bill of sale is required when the recorded owner is not releasing the title. Standard transfers use ink signatures on the title.
What to include on a Hawaii 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 an RV in Hawaii
- 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 signs the title; the buyer completes transfer at the county motor vehicle office for their island.
- 3Register with the County DMV.
The buyer titles and registers the RV, bringing County Vehicle 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
- County Motor Vehicle offices (Hawaii titling is county-administered)
- County Vehicle Bill of Sale (CS-L(MVR)40 / county forms)
Requirements change and can vary by county. Confirm with the County DMV before you sign. Not legal advice.
Hawaii RV Bill of Sale — FAQ
Is an RV bill of sale required in Hawaii?
A bill of sale is situational in Hawaii. A bill of sale is used in the transfer; titling is handled by each county.
Does a Hawaii RV bill of sale need to be notarized?
Sometimes. A notarized bill of sale is required when the recorded owner is not releasing the title. Standard transfers use ink signatures on the title.
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.