2022 Grand Design Momentum body & structure problems

Related recalls

• Recall 23V586000Aug 17, 20231,209 vehicles
  TRAILER HITCHES

  Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Momentum 23G and 25G travel trailers. The installed safety chains are underrated for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).

  Risk: Underrated chains can allow the trailer to detach from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the safety chains, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2023. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910040.

• Recall 22V618000Aug 11, 202230 vehicles
  STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

  Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling 2022-2023 Momentum fifth wheels. The electric ramp door cut-off switch may allow for continuous power to the ramp door, which can cause the door to fall.

  Risk: A falling ramp door increases the risk of injury.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the door mechanism, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2022. Owners may contact Grand Design custom service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910032.

• Recall 22V603000Aug 9, 20228,150 vehicles
  EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER · STRUCTURE:BODY

  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.

  Risk: 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.

What owners say

1. Filed Aug 27, 2026NCBody & StructureSuspension

   I am submitting this complaint regarding a 2022 Grand Design Momentum 381, that is exhibiting numerous symptoms commonly associated with excessive frame flex, structural deformation, and potential frame failure. The symptoms observed include concerns affecting multiple structural systems of the RV, including the front pin box area, walls, slide-outs, floor structure, suspension attachment points, towing stability, and general structural integrity. These symptoms are not…

   NHTSA complaint #11759937 · source
2. Filed Aug 17, 2026PABody & Structure

   On a recent camping trip across the country, about half way we noticed that the door was not latching correctly, then we noticed fine powdery sawdust and bigger chunks of saw dust. We started to notice squeaking in [XXX] When we got to [XXX], a loud crunching noise was developing, starting out, stopping and turning. in [XXX] we noticed a lag bolt backed out of the frame and pushed trim off the wall. as we drove back home the crunching sound, squeaking got louder, and the…

   NHTSA complaint #11757558 · source
3. Filed Jul 22, 2026ORBody & Structure

   The contact owns a 2022 Grand Design Momentum RV. The contact stated that there was an excessive frame flex in the body of the RV. The contact stated that the walls were separating, and the doors were opening unintendedly while driving. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and the lag bolts were replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was…

   NHTSA complaint #11752065 · source
4. Filed May 11, 2026200 miAZBody & Structure

   The contact owns a 2022 Grand Design Recreational Trailer. The contact stated that while the trailer was parked, an inspection of the trailer revealed that the front passenger-side door was inoperable and failed to properly open and close. The contact also noticed sawdust present in the bedroom area of the trailer. Additionally, the generator compartment was inoperable and failed to lock properly. The contact received a recall notification from the manufacturer related to…

   NHTSA complaint #11737122 · source
5. Filed Dec 16, 2025CABody & Structure

   Lag bolts that connect the frame to the wall are coming out/ or were never put in place. Wall is separating from the frame and can see to the outside from the inside. If we had not seen this these bolts could have come all the way out causing the wall the separate while driving. Unknown at this time if there is any frame damage. Grand Design 2022 Momentum 381m

   NHTSA complaint #11705270 · source
6. Filed Dec 11, 202570 miFLTowedBody & StructureLighting

   The contact owns a 2026 GMC Sierra 3500 used to haul a 2022 Grand Design Momentum RV. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the interior bedroom cabinets shifted and were rubbing against the wall. On another occasion while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact pulled over and noticed that the 8-inch gap between the RV and the bed of the vehicle was no longer there and the RV was sitting on the bed of the vehicle. The contact stated that on another…

   NHTSA complaint #11704492 · source
7. Filed Jul 27, 2025VABody & StructureBrakesSuspension

   NHTSA – Complaint filed 7/24/25 ODI #11675985 1.Pin box movement within the upper deck, sagging geometry. 2.Entry door opens during travel despite safety bar being engaged. 3.Entry door is difficult to close and does not stay secured even when locked while stationary. 4.Passenger-side main slide partially opens during travel. 5.Passenger-side main slide is separating from the camper; frame is damaged, floor plywood is exposed and deteriorating. 6.Suspension wet bolts cracked…

   NHTSA complaint #11676479 · source
8. Filed Jul 24, 2025VABody & Structure

   The contact owns a 2022 Grand Design Momentum RV. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the camper was bouncing up and down. Due to the failure, the furniture detached from the wall. In addition, the bedroom floor fractured and pieces of the floor were separated. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was advised to take the camper to a dealer in North Carolina, a six-hour drive away. The dealer determined that the failure was the…

   NHTSA complaint #11675985 · source
9. Filed Jun 16, 2025IABody & StructureOther / UnknownSuspension

   The issue with the frame having issues causing a safety concern and interior damages. When the frame over flexes it will stress other components, walls, trim, and cabinets.

   NHTSA complaint #11667274 · source
10. Filed May 29, 2025ORBody & StructureOther / Unknown

    Due to extreme frame flex, the welds in the front of my coach broke away from the metal. My understanding is that the only thing holding my 44' toy hauler on my truck was the interior and exterior skin of the coach. I was horrified to find that i was driving my coach under these dangerous conditions causing extreme risk to my family and those on the road. To be clear, this failure only showed itself with only minor symptoms to an untrained eye. After reading all the comments…

    NHTSA complaint #11663662 · source
11. Filed Mar 4, 2025MIBody & StructureOther / Unknown

    FRAME & STRUCTURE FAILURE What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Frame failure - yes, it is available How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Structure failure during transport would cause obvious harm and possibly deaths Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? No, this is our first step Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer,…

    NHTSA complaint #11646188 · source
12. Filed Jan 23, 2025TXBody & StructureOther / Unknown

    Fiberglass separated, storage doors bowed, Movement in pinbox, broken frame, inside wall movement, trim wearing with movement

    NHTSA complaint #11637878 · source

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. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology