2022 Grand Design Momentum Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Momentum years
- Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 13 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 8 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Grand Design Momentum. That ranks 2nd out of 13 Momentum model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (28 complaints, 85%), typically at around 200 miles. There are 8 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 33owner complaints
- 8safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2022 Grand Design Momentum problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 28 | 85% | 200 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 15 | 45% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 13 | 39% | 700 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 3 | 9% | 200 | — | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 6% | 700 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 3% | 70 | — | — |
| Trailer Hitches | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2022 Grand Design Momentum recalls (8)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Suspension:rear:springs:leaf spring assembly:u-bolt, leaf spring to axle; suspension:front:springs:leaf spring assembly:u-bolt, leaf spring to axle
Problem: Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Momentum and 2022-2024 Solitude Fifth Wheel trailers. The U-bolt may become loose due to inadequate preload and preload losses, causing the axle to move out of position.
Risk: An axle that moves out of position can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the axle attachment components, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2026. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910054. This recall supersedes NHTSA Recalls 23V490 and 24V193.
Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systems:lines and fittings
Problem: Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2022 Imagine, Reflection, Momentum, Solitude, and Transcend travel trailers. The quick disconnect fittings in the LP gas system may be cracked, causing a gas leak.
Risk: A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace quick disconnect as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 6, 2024. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910045. This recall supersedes Grand Design RV recall 22V308.
Trailer hitches
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Suspension:rear:springs:leaf spring assembly:u-bolt, leaf spring to axle; suspension:front:springs:leaf spring assembly:u-bolt, leaf spring to axle
Problem: Grand Design RV, LLC. (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Momentum and Solitude fifth wheels, equipped with certain CURT 7000 and 8000 lb axles. The U-bolts may have been improperly tightened, which can cause the axle to move out of position.
Risk: An axle that moves out of position can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the U-bolts, as necessary. Any damaged components will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 16, 2023. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910039.
Structure:body:door
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Structure:body; equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:120/240 vac electrical system:inverter
Problem: Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2022 Momentum travel trailers. The 110-volt power supply wire was incorrectly wired directly into the solar inverter, which can overload the circuit and cause the power supply wire to overheat.
Risk: An overheated power supply wire increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will rewire the 110-volt power wire, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2022. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910030.
Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systems:lines and fittings
Problem: Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2022 Grand Design Imagine, Reflection, Momentum, Solitude and Transcend travel trailers. The quick disconnect fittings in the LP gas system may be cracked, causing a gas leak.
Risk: A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the quick disconnect fittings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 30, 2022. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910029.
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Frame Flex on Grand Design Fifth Wheel Recreational Trailers (PE24029) — opened Oct 9, 2024, still open.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Other Grand Design Momentum years
← 2021 Momentum · 2023 Momentum →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Momentum | 2 | 2 |
| 2024 Momentum | 11 | 6 |
| 2023 Momentum | 25 | 9 |
| 2022 | 33 | 8 |
| 2021 Momentum | 58 | 4 |
| 2020 Momentum | 29 | 2 |
| 2019 Momentum | 15 | 2 |
| 2018 Momentum | 7 | 2 |
| 2017 Momentum | 13 | 2 |
| 2016 Momentum | 10 | 4 |
| 2015 Momentum | 5 | 2 |
| 2014 Momentum | 0 | 1 |
| 2013 Momentum | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Grand Design Momentum?
Owners most often report structure, unknown or other, suspension problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 28 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2022 Grand Design Momentum?
Yes, 8 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2022 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 2022 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.