2019 GRAND DESIGN MOMENTUM
2 recalls — 27 complaints — 11 TSBs
22V038000 Jan 28, 2022
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:REFRIGERATOR
Defect Description
Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2013-2021 Momentum, Solitude, and Reflection recreational vehicles. A 110-volt wire in the refrigerator cabinet may be improperly secured, which could result in the wire contacting the refrigerator cooling unit, causing an electrical arc.
Consequence
An electrical arc increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace any damaged wiring, and properly secure the wires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 21, 2022. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910026.
21V393000 May 26, 2021
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS
Defect Description
Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Imagine, Transcend, and Momentum travel trailers. The LP regulator that controls the LP gas pressure may fail, allowing excessive gas pressure that causes the appliance flame to increase.
Consequence
Excessive gas pressure and a larger than intended appliance flame can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the LP regulator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 24, 2021. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910023.
Complaint Statistics
27 total complaints
1 crashes 2 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 5 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
| WHEELS | 2 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 2 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 2 |
| SUSPENSION | 2 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
| HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
SERVICE BRAKES
Nov 10, 2025
Incident date: May 31, 2025
As I was driving the vehicle it seems to be hesitating or jerking and when I tried to start it,it would say put your foot on the brakes to start,but my foot was on the pedal and it was slow starting.Days later the engine light came on,took it to the dealership and they told me it was a problem with ... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 16, 2025
Incident date: May 10, 2025
Cylinder 2 misfire. Fixed twice in one month. Coolant entering engine and engine needs replacing.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 16, 2025
Incident date: May 10, 2025
strong smell of gasoline nauseating, Attempted to start vehicle intense spraying of gasoline all around gas tank vehicle started – dripping profusely around gas tank over chassis frame, Rear driver side of vehicle 16 June 2025
1 injured
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Jun 12, 2025
Incident date: May 1, 2023
The dash warning "Consider Taking A Break" fires off randomly. This is a distraction as when I'm in traffic, driving well within my lane, no sudden changes, it will alert and I look down as I assume there may be a more serious problem. It takes my attention from the road often. This feature can... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 12, 2025
Incident date: May 1, 2023
While starting from a stop the engine stuttered and resulted in a major loss of power. Luckily this occurred pulling out of our driveway on to a quiet neighborhood street. Several warning lights and messages went off including the engine and transmission system warning, “service ESC”, “Service... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 2, 2025
Incident date: Mar 2, 2025
Engine block failure at 87,876 miles. Ford inspected and admitted to a faulty design with this engine. Engine failure is the safety issue
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 2, 2025
Incident date: Mar 2, 2025
The 2012 jeep jk wrangler has serious electrical issues. The jeep randomly stalls while driving and sometimes won’t start at all. Right before it stalls, every light on the dashboard flashes and continues to flash until the car dies. Replacing the battery doesn’t fix the issue. Numerous complain... Read more
STRUCTURE
Mar 2, 2025
Incident date: Mar 2, 2025
2019 Grand Design Momentum 397ms (VIN: [XXX] ) I am having to file this NHTSA (potential frame failure) complaint with assistance from Pete West, who is acting as my RV consumer advocate due to the fact that my husband, who was unarmed snd violently shot and killed on [XXX], by an off-duty Ft. Laude... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Dec 3, 2024
Incident date: Dec 3, 2024
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Focus. The contact stated that upon shifting to reverse(R), the vehicle failed to respond. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to D&D Auto, where it was diagnosed that the transmission control module had failed and needed to be replaced.... Read more
STEERING
Dec 3, 2024
Incident date: Dec 3, 2024
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that during the cold weather months, the "Service Power Steering" message would appear on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the steering wheel would become stiff and excessive force was needed to steer the vehicle. The steering failure... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 26, 2024
Incident date: Sep 27, 2024
The contact owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the contact pulled into a parking lot and the vehicle stalled. The check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who determined that the transmission fluid was black, and the tra... Read more
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 26, 2024
Incident date: Sep 27, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V536000 (Hybrid Propulsion System); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall rep... Read more
SUSPENSION
Nov 11, 2024
Incident date: Nov 1, 2024
The suspension components inclusive of struts and knuckles corroded and cracked causing the suspension to collapse in the front and rear of the vehicle. Luckily the suspension didn't collapse while driving and has not resulted in any injuries. The dealership (Gunther VW in Fort Lauderdale, Florida) ... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 26, 2024
Incident date: Feb 14, 2024
Thermal control valve became inoperable at less than 40,000 miles. Engine shut down and began to overheat. Part is known to easily fail by Subaru. Has been examined by dealership. All warning lights came on at once, and cruise control and Eyesight were disabled. NHTSA Recall Number 23V755000 We ha... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 26, 2024
Incident date: Feb 14, 2024
My car was struck by another car that was traveling at a high speed. It hit my front fender, the side of the front bumper, and drivers door. I slammed into the door. The car was inspected by police and insurance representatives. The car was deemed a total loss but none of the airbags deployed in the... Read more
Crash
1 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 26, 2024
Incident date: Feb 14, 2024
my suspension failed with the leaf springs breaking and the shackles and bushings failed then the frame is breaking( flexing). all fasteners were loose and some missing the body came loose from the frame... this is a issue with many other grand design 5th wheels ... hopefully the parts that fell of... Read more
WHEELS
Feb 8, 2024
Incident date: Nov 8, 2023
Clunk and popping sound while driving, especially while turning the wheel or going over bumps in road. Maneuverability and control of vehicle felt impacted which could have resulted in an accident, damage to property, and injury and/or death of people. The issue was reproduced at the vehicle's Ser... Read more
SUSPENSION
Feb 8, 2024
Incident date: Nov 8, 2023
Clunk and popping sound while driving, especially while turning the wheel or going over bumps in road. Maneuverability and control of vehicle felt impacted which could have resulted in an accident, damage to property, and injury and/or death of people. The issue was reproduced at the vehicle's Ser... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Dec 26, 2022
Incident date: Dec 25, 2022
Our RV completly filled with the smell of propane when manually switching propane tanks while the furnance was running. The smell was coming from furnance vents. We checked the stove and the flame on the burner was unusually several inches higher in height. There no smell of propane in the exterior ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 2, 2021
Incident date: May 20, 2021
The kitchen side slide out hydraulic cylinder burst/ruptured while under pressure due to the incorrect length bolt being used in the slide out rotating cross shaft. The bolt wore a hole in the cylinder over a 3 year period, and the cylinder shot hydraulic fluid all over the under belly of the traile... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 2, 2021
Incident date: May 20, 2021
The kitchen side slide out hydraulic cylinder burst/ruptured while under pressure due to the incorrect length bolt being used in the slide out rotating cross shaft. The bolt wore a hole in the cylinder over a 3 year period, and the cylinder shot hydraulic fluid all over the under belly of the traile... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 24, 2019
Incident date: Jun 10, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 (NA) GRAND DESIGN MOMENTUM TRAILER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A FAILURE WITH THE FLOOR HEATER. THE HEAT CAUSED THE FLOOR TO TURN BROWN, WHICH PRESENTED THE RISK OF A FIRE. IN ADDITION, THE ROOM SLIDEOUT FAILED TO SLIDE BACK IN. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REP... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jul 24, 2019
Incident date: Jun 10, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 (NA) GRAND DESIGN MOMENTUM TRAILER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A FAILURE WITH THE FLOOR HEATER. THE HEAT CAUSED THE FLOOR TO TURN BROWN, WHICH PRESENTED THE RISK OF A FIRE. IN ADDITION, THE ROOM SLIDEOUT FAILED TO SLIDE BACK IN. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REP... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 6, 2019
Incident date: Apr 26, 2019
WE WERE IN ROUTE TO ASSATEAGUE FOR THE WEEKEND WHEN OUR AWNING SOMEHOW OPENED & DETACHED FROM OUR CAMPER WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED ON RT 50 IN MARYLAND. I BELIEVE IT FAILED DUE TO BEING BLOWN OPEN BY THE WIND, BUT I AM UNSURE. WHEN IT DETACHED, IT VIOLENTLY FLAILED AROUND DAMAGING THE EXTERI... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 6, 2019
Incident date: Apr 26, 2019
WE WERE IN ROUTE TO ASSATEAGUE FOR THE WEEKEND WHEN OUR AWNING SOMEHOW OPENED & DETACHED FROM OUR CAMPER WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED ON RT 50 IN MARYLAND. I BELIEVE IT FAILED DUE TO BEING BLOWN OPEN BY THE WIND, BUT I AM UNSURE. WHEN IT DETACHED, IT VIOLENTLY FLAILED AROUND DAMAGING THE EXTERI... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
May 6, 2019
Incident date: Apr 26, 2019
WE WERE IN ROUTE TO ASSATEAGUE FOR THE WEEKEND WHEN OUR AWNING SOMEHOW OPENED & DETACHED FROM OUR CAMPER WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED ON RT 50 IN MARYLAND. I BELIEVE IT FAILED DUE TO BEING BLOWN OPEN BY THE WIND, BUT I AM UNSURE. WHEN IT DETACHED, IT VIOLENTLY FLAILED AROUND DAMAGING THE EXTERI... Read more
WHEELS
Nov 26, 2018
Incident date: Nov 19, 2018
DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY I-10 FROM NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS TO HOUSTON, TEXAS. THE FIRST TIRE BLEW OUT ON PASSENGER SIDE OF OUR NEW FIFTH WHEEL RV.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2019 GRAND DESIGN MOMENTUM
11 manufacturer communications from 6 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 3 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM | 2 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 2 |
| 114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 1 |
CSP 910019
Apr 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customer Satisfaction Program released to have a protective heat shield installed behind convection microwave on units identified below to address concerns with excessive heat buildup.
TSB 19-004
Jul 9, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On certain Momentum Travel Trailer models ( 25G, 28G & 29G) the EMS power shed for the bedroom AC and Water Heater is wired incorrectly. The hot wire is not routed through the current sensor. As a result, the system will not shed appliance
TSB 19-002
Jan 25, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The air conditioner (AC) unit may be wired incorrectly at the control module preventing the cooling pump from activating.
TSB 19-002
Jan 25, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
The air conditioner (AC) unit may be wired incorrectly at the control module preventing the cooling pump from activating.
TSB 19-002
Jan 25, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The air conditioner (AC) unit may be wired incorrectly at the control module preventing the cooling pump from activating.
TSB 19-002
Jan 25, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
The air conditioner (AC) unit may be wired incorrectly at the control module preventing the cooling pump from activating.
TSB 19-001
Jan 16, 2019
091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
The fuel gauges may be wired incorrectly. As a result, the interior fuel gauge does not function properly.
TSB 19-001
Jan 16, 2019
091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
The fuel gauges may be wired incorrectly. As a result, the interior fuel gauge does not function properly.
TSB 19-001
Jan 16, 2019
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
The fuel gauges may be wired incorrectly. As a result, the interior fuel gauge does not function properly.
SB-TSB15-002
Aug 21, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
GRAND DESIGN RECREATIONAL VEHICLES: RAMP DOOR BOLTS TO REAR BUMPER MAY LOOSEN OVER TIME. *CN
No comms 2021-01
Feb 15, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for January 2021 for Grand Design RV, LLC.
NHTSA Safety Investigations — GRAND DESIGN MOMENTUM
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE24029
Opened: Oct 9, 2024
Frame Flex on Grand Design Fifth Wheel Recreational Trailers
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 ent... Read more
GRAND DESIGN MOMENTUM — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the GRAND DESIGN MOMENTUM across all model years (2013–2025).
45
Total Recalls
346
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
14
Reported Crashes
6
Reported Fires
1
Reported Deaths
GRAND DESIGN MOMENTUM — Year by Year
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