- The problem
- Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2023 Momentum and Reflection travel trailers, equipped with certain 5200 and 6000 CURT RV axles. The axles may have an improperly tightened grease fitting that can separate and cause damage, possibly resulting in wheel detachment.
- The risk
- A detached wheel increases the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the grease fittings, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 28, 2023. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910038.
Vehicle safety record
2023 Grand Design Reflection Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2023 Grand Design Reflection with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (3) and the equipment & accessories (3). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in June 2023 for the multiple axle. For comparison, the 2022 has 27 and the 2024 has 7.
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BFewer problems than a typical Reflection year, for its age
#243 most complained-about 2023 vehicle
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2023 Grand Design Reflection problems
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2023 Grand Design Reflection recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The 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.
- The risk
- An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.
- The 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.
What owners say
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4 complaints about the 2023 Grand Design Reflection
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Possible frame flex on 5th wheel, had nose cap replaced in June and was told nothing else was wrong, then why did my nose cap crack. Just want it on record with all the issues with GD trailer failures..
The contact owns a 2023 Grand Design Reflection Fifth Wheel RV. The contact stated that the rear stabilizers remained significantly close to the ground while retracted. The contact was concerned that the issue could cause the RV to strike the ground while driving or reversing. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2023 Grand Design Reflection RV. The contact stated that the RV was designed with an electric leveling system. The contact stated the two rear levelers failed to elevate beyond 4.5 inches from the ground. The contact stated that the levelers would strike the ground while driving over a speed bump or on a bumpy road surface. The contact stated that the issue was a safety concern because it could cause damage to the RV while driving. The dealer was notified of the failure and referred the contact...
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to the manufacturer for assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but declined to provide shorter levelers. The failure mileage was approximately 200.
The contact owns a 2023 Grand Design Reflection RV. The contact stated that the rear jack support was low to the ground and the contact became aware the jack support was bent. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was unknown.
Grand Design Reflection: every year compared
All Reflection years2023 Grand Design Reflection vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Grand Design Reflection | 4 | 2 | B | |
| 2023 Grand Design Momentum | 25 | 9 | F | Compare |
| 2023 Grand Design Solitude | 20 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 2023 Grand Design Imagine | 5 | 2 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2023 Grand Design Reflection
Does the 2023 Grand Design Reflection have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2023 Grand Design Reflection: multiple axle (June 2023); body (August 2022). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Grand Design Reflection?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (3), equipment & accessories (3), suspension (1).
How many complaints has the 2023 Grand Design Reflection had?
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on November 29, 2023 and the latest on December 12, 2024. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2023 Grand Design Reflection a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 62 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Grand Design Reflection year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Grand Design Reflection years have the most complaints?
2022 (27), 2017 (26), 2021 (24). See every Grand Design Reflection year compared.
What should I do if my 2023 Grand Design Reflection has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data