2015 Grand Design Momentum Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 14, 2024 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Momentum years
Not enough data 10th of 13 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Grand Design Momentum. That ranks 10th out of 13 Momentum model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (5 complaints, 100%). There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2015 Grand Design Momentum problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Structure5
Suspension2
Unknown or Other2
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Structure5100%———
Suspension240%———
Unknown or Other240%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2015 Grand Design Momentum recalls (2)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Equipment:appliance:refrigeratorJan 28, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V038000 · 43,421 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Risk: An electrical arc increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: 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.

EquipmentNov 21, 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V841000 · 1,975 vehicles

Problem: Grand Design RV (Grand Design) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Momentum toy haulers and Solitude recreational trailers manufactured July 8, 2014, to August 31, 2015, equipped with certain aluminum black ladders manufactured by Christianson Industries. These ladders have retractable hinges, each with a welded 'top hat' that can separate from the hinge.

Risk: If the hinges separate from the ladder while in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Grand Design will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket over the back of existing hinges, free of charge. The recall began on December 16, 2016. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910008.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Potential frame failure. First noticed [XXX]. Grand Design contacted, but no appointment due to "Customer Care Center" being moved. Referred to Royal RV in Middlebury, IN. Appt. set for Mid May. No concern by GD that we would be traveling 1500 miles. Visual inspection @ Royal RV suggested potential…

Structure · received Jun 14, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11594390

I have developed a severe case of Frame Flex in my RV. When the RV is put on the hitch and the weight of the RV is transferred to the truck, there is a lot of flex in the upper deck of the RV. This flex is outside of the suggested tolerance of the manufacturer. This could be a result of frame…

Structure · received May 30, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11591511

the front frame of my rv is broken in the pin box area

Structure · received May 28, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11591016

Mounting bolts from frame to Rv front sidewall are in 3/8” lag bolt mounted in pine wood (all are striped, won’t tighten). This allows the complete front Rv wall to move allowing further frame issues. Holes in frame rail are 1/2” , grand design installed smaller lag bolts 3/8” this has…

Unknown or Other · received May 26, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11590828

front frame failure, yes, trailer is sagging in the front, inspected by insurance co., no warning

Suspension · received May 21, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11589961

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Grand Design Momentum?

Owners most often report structure, suspension, unknown or other problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 5 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2015 Grand Design Momentum?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2015 Grand Design Momentum a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Momentum model years, the 2015 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.