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NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.

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9,300 miles · Nov 19, 2025

Service BrakesService Brakes, Electric

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The contact owns a 2023 Grand Design Solitude RV. The contact stated that while hauling the RV and depressing the brake pedal to stop, the RV pushed up against the rear of the pickup truck. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who discovered that the RV brake shoes had crumbled and failed. The contact was advised that the brake shoes and braking system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was later taken to the local engineering firm and the braking system was replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 9,300.

NHTSA ODI #11700263

Mileage unknown · Jun 11, 2025

Service Brakes

All brakes were replaced after the first failure. Pulled 3445 miles. RR brake fell apart. Causing loss of braking from that wheel.

NHTSA ODI #11666372

Mileage unknown · Jun 11, 2025

Service Brakes

RF brake assembly fell apart. Causing loss of braking on that wheel.

NHTSA ODI #11666365

Mileage unknown · Aug 8, 2024

Service Brakes

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Our brakes have not worked right since purchasing this unit in June 23, when we took our Solitude for inspection in March 24 the brakes need replaced, they were so bad with less than 3000 miles(1000 from transport, 2000 from us) on it, we did not take this in earlier due to our dealership closing so we were unable to get warranty work done on it. My husband has changed the control number to 5, 6,7,8,9,10 and the trailer never stops moving we did this test 7/19/24 before taking out to grand design. we asked if they could replace the brakes to 8k, was told no. I just found out this issue is a concern and to report it.

NHTSA ODI #11607262

Official recalls

26V044000 · Suspension:front:springs:leaf Spring ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, Leaf Spring To Axle; Suspension:rear:springs:leaf Spring ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, Leaf Spring To Axle

Jan 26, 2026

Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Momentum and 2022-2024 Solitude Fifth Wheel trailers. The U-bolt may become loose due to inadequate preload and preload losses, causing the axle to move out of position.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: An axle that moves out of position can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the axle attachment components, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2026. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910054. This recall supersedes NHTSA Recalls 23V490 and 24V193.

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Suspension:rear:springs:leaf Spring ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, Leaf Spring To Axle

Consequence: An axle that moves out of position can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the axle attachment components, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2026. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910054. This recall supersedes NHTSA Recalls 23V490 and 24V193.

Suspension:front:springs:leaf Spring ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, Leaf Spring To Axle

Consequence: An axle that moves out of position can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

25V784000 · Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer:lpg Systems:lines And Fittings

Nov 13, 2025

Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Solitude and 2023 Momentum fifth wheels trailers. Loose or missing fasteners on the refrigerator cooling unit can allow excessive movement of the unit, possibly causing the propane line to crack and leak.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the refrigerator, and repair or replace it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2025. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910052. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall 24V378.

25V061000 · Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer:materials:flooring; Structure:body:step/ladder

Feb 7, 2025

Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Grand Design Solitude fifth wheel trailers. The step tread joints may be unsupported, causing the tread to break.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: A broken step increases the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will reinforce the current step tread with a metal bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2025. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910048.

Additional source detail variants (2)

Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer:materials:flooring

Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Grand Design Solitude fifth wheel trailers. The step tread joints may be unsupported, causing the tread to break.

Consequence: A broken step increases the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will reinforce the current step tread with a metal bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2025. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910048.

Structure:body:step/ladder

Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Grand Design Solitude fifth wheel trailers. The step tread joints may be unsupported, causing the tread to break.

Consequence: A broken step increases the risk of injury.

24V378000 · Equipment:appliance:refrigerator

May 29, 2024

Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2023 Solitude fifth wheels. Loose or missing fasteners on the refrigerator cooling unit can allow excessive movement of the unit, possibly causing the propane line to crack and leak.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the refrigerator, and repair or replace it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 12, 2024. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910043.

23V490000 · Suspension:front:springs:leaf Spring ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, Leaf Spring To Axle; Suspension:rear:springs:leaf Spring ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, Leaf Spring To Axle

Jul 17, 2023

Grand Design RV, LLC. (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Momentum and Solitude fifth wheels, equipped with certain CURT 7000 and 8000 lb axles. The U-bolts may have been improperly tightened, which can cause the axle to move out of position.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: An axle that moves out of position can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the U-bolts, as necessary. Any damaged components will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 16, 2023. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910039.

Additional source detail variants (2)

Suspension:rear:springs:leaf Spring ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, Leaf Spring To Axle

Consequence: An axle that moves out of position can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the U-bolts, as necessary. Any damaged components will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 16, 2023. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910039.

Suspension:front:springs:leaf Spring ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, Leaf Spring To Axle

Consequence: An axle that moves out of position can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

22V603000 · Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer; Structure:body

Aug 9, 2022

Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Momentum, Solitude, Imagine, Reflection, and Transcend travel trailers. The electric retractable awning has a welded seam on the fabric that may separate, potentially allowing the awning to drop beyond normal operation.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the awning, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed by August 22, 2022. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910031.

Additional source detail variants (2)

Equipment:recreational Vehicle/trailer

Consequence: An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the awning, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed by August 22, 2022. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910031.

Structure:body

Consequence: An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.

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NHTSA investigations

PE24029 · Frame Flex On Grand Design Fifth Wheel Recreational Trailers

Opened Oct 9, 2024 · No close date supplied

Status: open (inferred from source dates) · Structure

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received twenty-three complaints alleging excessive frame flex on model year 2017-2023 Grand Design fifth wheel recreational trailers, models Momentum and Solitude. Twenty-two of the complaints allege that excessive frame flex resulted in a cargo or entry door opening while in transit, some with objects lost on roadways, while six complaints also state that slideouts extended out partially. ODI has been in contact with both Grand Design and Lippert, the frame manufacturer. Grand Design believes that some frame flex, generally considered to be vertical movement in the upper deck area of the fifth wheel, is normal. However, Grand Design has developed a technical service bulletin (TSB), to evaluate concerns of excessive frame flex, defined as vertical movement greater than 3/8 inch. Per Grand Design, the frame flex is only occurring in the upper deck area of the fifth wheel and is resulting in cosmetic defects such as moving sidewalls, damage to cabinets, binding doors, etc. However, Lippert believes that the effects of frame flex may also extend back to the front axle of the trailer.While Lippert provides frames for multiple trailer manufacturers, the majority of complaints are for these Grand Design products. Cargo and entry doors that open and slideouts that extend while in transit increase the risk of injury or a crash. ODI is opening this Preliminary Evaluation (PE) to evaluate the severity of the potential problem and to determine whether an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety exists. To review the ODI reports cited in the Opening Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov.