2020 GRAND DESIGN SOLITUDE
3 recalls, 24 complaints - 4 TSBs
25V061000 Feb 7, 2025
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:MATERIALS:FLOORING
Defect Description
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.
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.
20V523000 Aug 28, 2020
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:REFRIGERATOR
Defect Description
Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Solitude recreational trailers. The liquid propane (LP) supply line that runs through the exterior lower refrigerator compartment may contact the burner tube of the refrigerator, possibly damaging the line and causing an LP gas leak... Read more
Consequence
An LP gas leak increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Grand Design will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the LP supply line for damage, replacing it as necessary. All lines in the vicinity of the burner tube will be wrapped in a thermal foil heat barrier material, then secured away from the burner tube of the refrigerator with additional P-clam... Read more
Complaint Statistics
24 total complaints
1 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 5 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| STEERING | 2 |
| ENGINE | 2 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| BACK OVER PREVENTION | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 1 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 29, 2026
Incident date: May 1, 2025
The issue involves defective malfunction of the dashboard (usb,audio, and sometimes warning lights are hidden then appear) and improperly unbalanced wheels. Which has significantly impacted the safety, reliability, and usability of my vehicle.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 29, 2026
Incident date: May 1, 2025
The issue involves defective malfunction of the dashboard (usb,audio, and sometimes warning lights are hidden then appear) and improperly unbalanced wheels. Which has significantly impacted the safety, reliability, and usability of my vehicle.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 26, 2025
Incident date: Nov 4, 2025
The daytime running lights (DRL) have failed in the passenger side. After some quick research, it's apparent that this is a widespread issue with the "Signature" halo lights in the Defender headlamp assembly. Reddit discussion: [XXX] ) Here is a Youtube video showing the issue and "fix". So many p... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Apr 9, 2025
Incident date: Apr 11, 2022
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the vehicle idled and then stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact used a code reader to diagnose the vehicle. The contact filled the coolant reservoir and noticed that the coolant was leaki... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Apr 9, 2025
Incident date: Apr 11, 2022
The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the cruise control was inoperable. The contact was unable to connect to the radio or Bluetooth. The failure had progressed over time. The v... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 9, 2025
Incident date: Apr 11, 2022
The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the cruise control was inoperable. The contact was unable to connect to the radio or Bluetooth. The failure had progressed over time. The v... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 30, 2025
Incident date: Jul 1, 2020
5.0l Cummins engine. Was driving fine then the crank shaft snapped and ruined the engine.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Jan 30, 2025
Incident date: Jul 1, 2020
Car automatically brakes when there is no obstacles and sometimes no other vehicles in roadway. Most of the time when approaching a bridge. Usually travelling at speeds above 50. Hasn't been inspected by dealer. This increases risk of rear end collision. The light saying to brake comes on prior to t... Read more
STEERING
Jan 15, 2025
Incident date: Jun 7, 2024
As I was backing out of my drive way my power steering stopped working and has been hard to turn the wheel. I moved the steering wheel up and down and it started working again, and then the next day it went back to no longer working.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 15, 2025
Incident date: Jun 7, 2024
As I was backing out of my drive way my power steering stopped working and has been hard to turn the wheel. I moved the steering wheel up and down and it started working again, and then the next day it went back to no longer working.
SUSPENSION
Dec 28, 2024
Incident date: May 9, 2024
Upon inspection of the frame based on other complaints of frame cracking, I found approximate 2" cracks in the steel I beam frame rail above the leaf spring hangers. I read that this is indicative of frame flex and compromised or wrong steel thickness of the I beam. Im currently working with the m... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 28, 2024
Incident date: May 9, 2024
Upon inspection of the frame based on other complaints of frame cracking, I found approximate 2" cracks in the steel I beam frame rail above the leaf spring hangers. I read that this is indicative of frame flex and compromised or wrong steel thickness of the I beam. Im currently working with the m... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Dec 1, 2024
Incident date: Jul 10, 2023
On [XXX], I discovered that the backup camera on my 2023 Chevy Colorado was malfunctioning. Regardless of whether I was operating the vehicle in reverse or manually activating the backup camera, it remained inoperable. On the same day, I made a reservation with my local Chevrolet dealership in Elko,... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 1, 2024
Incident date: Jul 10, 2023
On [XXX], I discovered that the backup camera on my 2023 Chevy Colorado was malfunctioning. Regardless of whether I was operating the vehicle in reverse or manually activating the backup camera, it remained inoperable. On the same day, I made a reservation with my local Chevrolet dealership in Elko,... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Nov 21, 2024
Incident date: Nov 1, 2020
The contact owns a 2021 Ford EcoSport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Nov 21, 2024
Incident date: Nov 1, 2020
The contact owns a 2013 Kia Optima Hybrid. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle lost power and the brake pedal was pumped to slow the vehicle as needed. Additionally, the "Hybrid System Warning! Safely Stop and Do Not Drive" and "Check Brake" messages were displayed. Th... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 31, 2024
Incident date: Apr 2, 2024
Windshield - NHTSA Recall 24V031 I received this recall notice in February. It indicated that "when parts are available" Ford will send a follow-up communication. There has been no follow-up communication received. On [XXX] I called the local dealership (Parks Ford of Gainesville FL) and was info... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION
May 31, 2024
Incident date: Apr 2, 2024
The contact owns a 2020 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while in reverse, the camera screen went blank. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V342000 (Back Over Prevention). However, the part to do the recall repair was not yet... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 23, 2024
Incident date: May 9, 2023
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? -The Engine had to be replaced due to coolant and oil leaking through the 4th cylinder into the engine itself, effectively killing it. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? -The... Read more
ENGINE
May 12, 2024
Incident date: Jun 1, 2019
I was driving my vehicle and the engine light came on with cruise control one time and abs brake lighta another time. When I got it checked by a mechanic, I was told it was clamshaft and crankshaft and that it was under a recall for my specific make and model and to take it to Dodge dealership. I ... Read more
STEERING
May 12, 2024
Incident date: Jun 1, 2019
I have been noticing at high speeds the steering "sticks." You have to be constantly moving the steering wheel back and forth to prevent the sticking. When mentioned to dealership, they say it's normal and don't document. I am starting to notice the sticking at losspeeds now that mileage is getti... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Aug 11, 2023
Incident date: Jun 1, 2023
Phantom braking multiple times at highway speeds while on a 3840 mile road trip. Autopilot including cruise control were on. The car would suddenly brake very hard. I don't know if it would have stopped completely or not because I always took control immediately.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Aug 1, 2022
Incident date: Jul 1, 2020
The contact owns a 2020 Grand Design Solitude RV. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, both the rear and the front entry doors of the trailer would unlatch. The contact also stated that the failure occurred while driving at lower speeds on bumpy road surfaces. The contact stated that the front e... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 6, 2022
Incident date: May 30, 2022
On Monday May 30th, 2022my husband Mike was sitting in the recliner and heard a couple of “pops” and then he heard another louder “pop.” He got up and walked over to the glass sliding door and saw our 2020 Grand Design Solitude 310G camper was on fire. He turned to me and hollered for me t... Read more
Fire
Technical Service Bulletins, 2020 GRAND DESIGN SOLITUDE
4 manufacturer communications from 4 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 1 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 1 |
TSB 22-003
Sep 14, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
The rear upper deck on Solitude ST390RK models produced prior to June 6, 2022 may not be properly supported. As a result, the rear upper deck floor may sag slightly at the sidewalls. Remedy: The remedy includes the use of additional fasten
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.
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.
No comms 2021-02
Mar 10, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for February 2021 for Grand Design RV, LLC.
GRAND DESIGN SOLITUDE - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the GRAND DESIGN SOLITUDE across all model years (2013, 2024).
41
Total Recalls
254
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
2
Reported Crashes
3
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
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