A new report indicates recreational vehicle thefts have declined by 20 percent, but most are never recovered, according to the National Insurance Crime Bureau.

Nearly 59,000 recreational vehicles, including motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles and watercraft, were reported stolen to law enforcement in 2025, a 20% decrease from 2024’s number of 58,957.

An estimated 63% of recreational vehicles stolen in 2025 remain unrecovered.

More than half of recreational vehicle recoveries occur within two weeks of being reported stolen. The chances of recovery narrow as time passes, much like traditional vehicles.

“Recreational vehicles are often valuable, easily portable, and stored in locations that make them attractive targets for thieves,” said David J. Glawe, president and CEO of NICB. “Although the continued decrease in thefts is encouraging, the fact that nearly two-thirds of stolen recreational vehicles remain unrecovered demonstrates why owners must take proactive steps to protect their property and report a theft as soon as possible.”

Motorcycles represented more than three-quarters of all recreational vehicle thefts reported in 2025. A total of 44,564 motorcycles were reported stolen, with 41% eventually recovered.

ATVs had the lowest recovery rate among the recreational vehicles included in NICB’s analysis. Only 23% of the 11,050 ATVs reported stolen were recovered.

The NICB provides some tips to owners:

• Store vehicles in locked garages or other secure, enclosed locations whenever possible.
• Use multiple layers of anti-theft protection, including steering locks, chains and immobilizers.
• Keep records of the vehicle’s identification number, other identifying information and current photos.

In addition, owners are encouraged to report stolen recreational vehicles to law enforcement and their insurance carrier as soon as possible.