Grand Design Momentum problems by model year
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
NHTSA has 194 owner complaints and 18 recalls on file for the Grand Design Momentum (2013–2025). The 2021 Momentum has the most serious complaints, most often about body & structure.
- Complaints
- 194
- Recalls
- 18
- Model years
- 13
- Worst year
- 2021
Complaints by model year
Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.
Worst Grand Design Momentum years to buy
Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).
- 2021 Grand Design Momentum — 58 complaints, 1 crash; top problem: Body & Structure
- 2022 Grand Design Momentum — 33 complaints; top problem: Body & Structure
- 2020 Grand Design Momentum — 29 complaints, 1 fire; top problem: Body & Structure
- 2023 Grand Design Momentum — 25 complaints; top problem: Body & Structure
- 2024 Grand Design Momentum — 11 complaints, 1 crash; top problem: Body & Structure
Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2014 (0 complaints).
Every Grand Design Momentum model year
| Year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Recalls | Top problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Momentum | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | Brakes |
| 2024 Momentum | 11 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | Body & Structure |
| 2023 Momentum | 25 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | Body & Structure |
| 2022 Momentum | 33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | Body & Structure |
| 2021 Momentum | 58 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | Body & Structure |
| 2020 Momentum | 29 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | Body & Structure |
| 2019 Momentum | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | Body & Structure |
| 2018 Momentum | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | Body & Structure |
| 2017 Momentum | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | Body & Structure |
| 2016 Momentum | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | Body & Structure |
| 2015 Momentum | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | Body & Structure |
| 2014 Momentum | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 2013 Momentum | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
Most common Grand Design Momentum problem areas (all years)
- Body & Structure142 complaints
- Suspension56 complaints
- Brakes10 complaints
- Electrical System9 complaints
- Wheels & Tires6 complaints
- Lighting2 complaints
- Visibility & Wipers2 complaints
- Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion1 complaints
- Transmission & Drivetrain1 complaints
Complaint trend
Grand Design Momentum recalls
Risk: An axle that moves out of position can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk: Steps that detach while in use increase the risk of injury.
Risk: The tread may detach from the step, increasing the risk of a trip and fall injury.
Risk: A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk: An axle that moves out of position can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: Underrated chains can allow the trailer to detach from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: An axle that moves out of position can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: A detached wheel increases the risk of a crash.
Risk: Incorrect weight information on the label can cause the vehicle to be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A falling ramp door increases the risk of injury.
Risk: An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.
Risk: An overheated power supply wire increases the risk of a fire.
Risk: A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk: An electrical arc increases the risk of a fire.
Risk: Excessive gas pressure and a larger than intended appliance flame can increase the risk of a fire.
Risk: If the hinges separate from the ladder while in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Risk: If the operator loads vehicle per the information on the label, the vehicle may exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Other Grand Design models
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology