CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Grand Design Momentum has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (5 reports).
2016 Grand Design Momentum recalls
Loose refrigerator wire can arc and cause fire
A 110-volt wire inside the refrigerator cabinet may not be properly secured.
LP Regulator May Fail, Causing Fire Risk
The LP gas regulator in certain travel trailers may fail, allowing excessive gas pressure.
Ladder Hinge Can Separate, Causing Ladder to Fall
Certain aluminum black ladders installed on these recreational vehicles and trailers have retractable hinges, each with a welded "top hat" component that can separate from the hinge.
Wrong weight label may lead to overloading and crash risk
Certain 2016 Grand Design Momentum trailers (models 397th, 398M and 388M, built September 2 to November 12, 2015) may have a Federal Certification Label that lists an incorrect unloaded vehicle weight.
Most common 2016 Grand Design Momentum problems
Problem areas named in the 10 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
What owners report
The front left slide stopped working 3 weeks ago. Something appeared to be wrong with the wall but I was not sure. Yesterday I noticed the front left portion of the frame was flexing a significant amount. I started inspecting the frame and I am seeing broken welds
Frame tore/broke at welds where upper deck(living room) attaches to frame. Fiberglass on exterior tore as a result.
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? - The frame is failing. It is available to be inspected but must be inspected on site. The camper is no longer safe to drive. After we heard a loud pop when attaching to the truck and seeing the pinbox move into the nose of the camper, we don't feel comfortable moving it. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? After speaking to others who have this same problem, there's the possibilities ranging from exterior doors flying open during transit (stuff in our basement coming out and hitting other vehicles) to causing a major (possibly fatal) accident if the welding to the pinbox
after pulling the camper home from a trip, we noticed that the molding was separating from the frame, after further inspection, we found that a weld was broken up on the frame that you can view from the front propane storage compartment. We contacted Grand Design and Lippert, we were told from Lippert to contact GD, we did that and GD has scheduled an SRT team to inspect our unit at the end of September. IN the meantime, we had a certified welder come and look at it and he told us it is a structural issue and he said not to pull the camper anywhere else, as it is a safety concern!! GD is telling me that they don't think it is a safety concern, but they haven't even looked at our camper. When
Our trailer is experiencing frame flex/and or frame failure. The front of the trailer is separating and also is affecting the bedroom sidewall. Also, the shackle broke and an equalizer broke. These are all know issues with Grand Design Momentums.
2016 Grand Design Momentum questions
Does the 2016 Grand Design Momentum have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2016 Grand Design Momentum: Loose refrigerator wire can arc and cause fire; LP Regulator May Fail, Causing Fire Risk; Ladder Hinge Can Separate, Causing Ladder to Fall; Wrong weight label may lead to overloading and crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Grand Design Momentum?
Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (5), Service Brakes (4), Unknown Or Other (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Grand Design Momentum has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.