2023 Grand Design Momentum Suspension Problems

“My fifth-wheel trailer is subject to NHTSA Safety Recall 26V-044 involving the axle U-bolts and leaf-spring attachment system. The recall repair was performed by an authorized Grand Design dealer. After the recall-related condition/repair, I discovered a broken bolt in the rear suspension/shackle-hanger area and abnormal/uneven tire wear. I returned the trailer to the authorized dealer because of concern these conditions were related to the recalled suspension system. …”

“In 2023 we purchased this RV. Recently, we discovered that the cargo carrying capacity is incorrect by about 900 pounds, subject to Recall 23V-428. Grand Design knew of this defect before the rig was sold; however, they didn’t remove the vehicle from the dealers lot, nor were we ever contacted by Grand Design. Grand Design knew of the issue in June 2023, and we purchased our rig in July 2023. We also have had the rig in for repairs for broken leaf spring supports and now they’ve done some welding on our frame because of frame flex issues.”

“We were driving through a mountain range and the trailer brakes went out on Trailer. Had to us exhaust brake to slow trailer down and stop. We could have crashed putting my family of 4 at high risk as well as others on the road. This was an extremely scary trip with no trailer braking. Our inverter and battery switch caught fire during a camping trip 8/12/24. My family was put in harm's way with the possibility of the trailer going up in flames! Called Grand Design. They immediately made a ticket for a technician to come replace inverter and other wiring. …”

“The dealership has declared frame failure and failure of the pin box flexing up to 3-4 inches just picking it up with a forklift. Lag bolts are missing and/or backed out. Dealer has deemed it not safe for use. They will not move it out of their bay. Fist signs were wall separation throughout the RV. Doors not closing because door opening was out of square. Floor squeaking in multiple location. Center Island moves and squeaking. Abnormal wear on middle axle tires. Unusual pop from passenger level leg that shakes the rig. Excessive creaking underway.”