2021 Grand Design Reflection Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 15, 2026 · 23 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Reflection years
Far more complaints than other years 3rd of 15 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Grand Design Reflection. That ranks 3rd out of 15 Reflection model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (13 complaints, 57%), typically at around 1,600 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

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

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Most common 2021 Grand Design Reflection problems

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

Structure13 · ~1,600 mi
Unknown or Other8
Suspension4
Service Brakes3
Electrical System2
Equipment2
Wheels1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Structure1357%1,600——
Unknown or Other835%———
Suspension417%———
Service Brakes313%———
Electrical System29%———
Equipment29%———
Wheels14%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2025, with 9 complaints
2020: 1202012021: 3202132022: 3202232024: 5202452025: 9202592026: 220262

n = 23 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2021 Grand Design Reflection recalls (1)

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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.

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.

1)The glass on the Furrion fireplace exploded. There are photos, but it has been cleaned up. It was not under any stress. It was parked in our driveway, not in use, and the power was plugged in with ACs set to keep the internal temperature from any significant fluctuations. 2/3)While our direct…

Electrical System · received Sep 15, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11764375

The contact owns a 2021 Grand Design Reflection RV. The contact stated that the fireplace glass shattered. The contact was not present when the failure occurred but expressed concern that the glass shattered randomly. The contact stated that research revealed several reports of similar failures…

Structure · received Sep 15, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11764397

This is a Fifth wheel RV a 2021 Grand Design Reflection 303RLS. The Steel "I" Beam frame is developing cracks in the I Beam in the area of the spring hangers for the axles. This is yet to actually case an accident but may very well lead to one if the cracking worsens and the frame fails. Frame…

Unknown or Other · received Jul 30, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11677222

The upper right front side of the fifth wheel trailer is separating from the trailer frame in the pin box area. The structure of the trailer seems to not be properly connected to the frame or there is flex in the frame that is causing the structure to detach. Recently after having it inspected by a…

Structure · received Jun 23, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11668749

1. DETACHED REAR WALL The interior screws on the back wall tore a horizontal hole (approx 1/2 inch), and interior cabinetry joints are pulling apart. I looked outside to see if there were any signs that were indicative of rear wall separation. The Reflection 150 has an underbelly covering, so…

Structure · received Apr 23, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11656365

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Grand Design Reflection?

Owners most often report structure, unknown or other, suspension problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 13 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2021 Grand Design Reflection?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2021 Grand Design Reflection a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Reflection model years, the 2021 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.