Does Good Sam Have Good Roadside Assistance Coverage?

Last Updated on October 18, 2026

By James Shaffer · Reviewed by Thomas Rockford, insurance industry executive and financial analyst, on October 18, 2026 · How we fact-check

Roadside assistance is a popular add-on (or membership) for drivers who want backup for the stuff that happens between oil changes: dead batteries, flat tires, lockouts, and unexpected tows. Because so many companies sell roadside coverage, the best option usually depends on what you drive (car vs. RV), how far you travel, and how expensive towing would be where you drive.

Good Sam is best known as an RV-focused membership organization, but it also sells roadside assistance plans that can cover passenger vehicles and RVs. If you’re considering Good Sam roadside assistance, here’s what to know before you sign up.

What Is Good Sam?

Good Sam isn’t a traditional car insurance company. It’s a membership club geared toward travelers—especially RV owners—with perks like discounts, trip resources, and optional protection products like roadside assistance.

Good Sam also offers insurance products through its network (including RV coverage). If you’re new to RV insurance, start here: do you need RV insurance?

Why Roadside Assistance Can Be Worth It

Roadside assistance isn’t legally required the way liability insurance is—but it can pay for itself quickly. Good Sam’s first-year prices start at $49.95 for its auto plans, and a single long tow can cost more than that, especially for a travel trailer or motorhome.

Most plans help with services like towing, lockout assistance, and emergency fuel delivery. If you want a full breakdown of what roadside coverage usually includes (and what it doesn’t), see our guide to emergency roadside assistance coverage.

What Good Sam Roadside Assistance Typically Covers

Good Sam plans are designed for “disablement” situations—when your vehicle can’t be driven safely. While features vary by tier, Good Sam plans commonly include:

• Towing (to the nearest independent service center with no distance limit; towing somewhere else may cost extra)
• Flat tire help and roadside tire delivery (you pay for the tire, parts and labor) — flat tire coverage details
• Battery jump-start service — battery assistance info
• Locksmith/lockout service (check the member benefit brochure for limits)
• Emergency fuel delivery (up to 5 gallons, enough to reach the nearest gas station)
• Trip interruption benefits, which Good Sam describes as reimbursement for meals, lodging and a rental car after an accident with another vehicle more than 100 miles from home — similar to emergency travel expense coverage

Where Coverage Applies

Good Sam lists coverage in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. If you travel across borders, remember: roadside assistance and auto insurance are different. Your roadside plan may help with towing, but you should still confirm insurance rules before traveling—especially for Canada (auto insurance in Canada) and U.S. territories like Puerto Rico or the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Good Sam Roadside Assistance Plans

Good Sam typically offers auto-only plans (for cars/SUVs/light trucks) and RV-focused plans (for towables and motorhomes). The right choice depends on your vehicle type and whether you travel with a trailer.

Plan Tiers at a Glance

These are the plans Good Sam listed when we checked in October 2026. Prices are per year. The lower first-year price is for new members and includes a $10 auto-renewal discount, the regular price applies after that, and sales tax may apply:

• Platinum Auto ($49.95 first year, then $99.95): Cars, trucks, vans and SUVs.
• Platinum+ Auto ($54.95, then $109.95): Adds motorcycles and sport trailers. Platinum Complete Auto ($89.95, then $179.95) adds tire and wheel road hazard coverage and emergency travel and medical assistance.
• Standard ($64.95, then $129.95): Owned cars, trucks, SUVs and motorcycles plus one travel trailer. It does not cover motorhomes or fifth wheels.
• Platinum ($79.95, then $159.95) and Platinum Complete ($119.95, then $239.95): Platinum covers owned, leased or rented vehicles, including motorhomes, fifth wheels and travel trailers. Platinum Complete adds tire and wheel road hazard coverage and emergency travel and medical assistance.

If you tow or travel with additional equipment, confirm whether your plan covers trailers. Some tiers may also include other vehicles (like motorcycles), which can be helpful if you’re comparing household coverage needs—see whether it’s cheaper to insure a motorcycle or a car.

How Much Does Good Sam Roadside Assistance Cost?

Good Sam pricing varies by plan type (auto vs. RV) and tier. RV-focused plans usually cost more because they cover larger vehicles and more complicated towing scenarios. Good Sam’s regular prices are about double its first-year prices (Platinum is $79.95 the first year and $159.95 after that), so before buying, check whether your quoted price is an intro rate and what you’ll pay at renewal.

Tip: every Good Sam plan tows to the nearest independent service center, and Good Sam says extra fees may apply if you want the vehicle taken somewhere else. That matters if you prefer a specific shop or a dealer that services your RV.

How To Request Service From Good Sam

Good Sam is built for emergencies, so requesting help is straightforward. Call the roadside number in your membership materials or on your member card. Be ready to provide your membership details, your location (nearest cross street or mile marker), your vehicle type (auto vs. RV), and the problem (won’t start, flat tire, towing needed, etc.).

Is Good Sam Roadside Assistance Reliable?

Good Sam dispatches service through a network of towing and roadside providers. In practice, response times depend heavily on your location: help is often faster in metro areas and slower in remote regions or during peak travel seasons.

Does It Cover My Family?

Good Sam says its plans cover the member, spouse and dependent children for member-owned vehicles. That’s useful, but don’t confuse roadside coverage with auto insurance rules. Depending on your insurer, you may still need to list household drivers on your auto policy—see adding a spouse to your car insurance and adding teens or children to your policy.

FAQs on Good Sam Roadside Assistance

Final Word on Good Sam

Good Sam roadside assistance is a strong pick for travelers—especially RV owners—who want broad towing and RV-friendly services. The key is choosing a tier that matches what you drive and how you travel. Before you buy, confirm (1) the exact vehicles covered, (2) towing destination rules, and (3) whether your price is promotional or renewal pricing.

My advice is to pick the plan by what you actually drive or tow and budget for the regular price, since that’s what you’ll pay from the second year on. If your auto policy or a credit card already includes roadside help, compare that first so you don’t pay twice.

Sources

Checked October 14, 2026

• Good Sam — Roadside Assistance Plans
• Good Sam — Roadside Assistance Auto Plans
• Good Sam Insurance Agency — About Us