2017 Grand Design Momentum Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2017 Grand Design Momentum recalls

Most common 2017 Grand Design Momentum problems

Problem areas named in the 13 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes	7
Structure	3
Unknown Or Other	2
Electrical System	1
Suspension	1
Tires	1
Equipment	1

What owners report

2026-09-01, Unknown Or Other
In early 2024 we noticed a binding on the bedroom slide, we took it in for service at Happy Daze in Ripon and the repair shop fixed the slide issue. After our next camping trip a month or so after the repair, we noticed a crack on the outside driver side of the front of the trailer above and below the bedroom slide. We had noticed a gap in the front bedroom cabinets in which we had attributed to normal wear and tear and had reinforced with screws and wood trim previously. In contacting Happy Daze again we brought it in for the new issue and realized that we were experiencing frame flex/failure. Happy Daze connected with Grand Design who sent a team out and did a goodwill repair of the issue,

2024-12-15, Unknown Or Other
Based on internet craze of and symptoms of Frame Flex | Frame Failure on Grand Design Momentum 5th wheels I had my unit measured for Fram Flex by Grand Design at the GD East Coast Rally. According to their measurements at that time I was 1/16 inch away from needing to be concerned regarding frame flex. After the fact in reading Lippert Components Incorporated (LCI) measuring instructions Grand Design did NOT measure my unit per LCI's instructions. After much thought and continued symptoms of frame flex we decided to incur personal expenses and took our unit to Affinity RV group of Goshen Indiana to have an independent frame inspection completed. Affinity RV measured our unit following Li

2024-08-12, Structure
The contact owns a 2017 Grand Design Momentum RV. The contact stated that the exterior storage doors failed to close properly. The contact stated that the generator doors almost detached, and the front rubber trim hold was detaching. The RV was towed to the dealer, where several repairs were performed; however, the frame continued to fracture. The dealer advised the contact to park the RV. The RV was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was unknown.

2024-05-30, Structure
This is a 43 foot fifth wheel RV. The frame near the front of the RV is showing signs of "frame-flex," or frame cracking. The attached pictures illustrate where the walls are shifting and creating wear marks; this is consistent with other RV owners experiences the same problem. This issue could contribute in further frame cracking that may result in significant property damage or even death. I plan to report this issue today to the manufacturer, Grand Design.

2022-05-10, Equipment
The contact owns a 2017 Grand Design Momentum RV. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V038000 (Equipment). The local dealer was contacted but declined to service the vehicle. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue but provided no additional assistance. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. THE CONSUMER STATED THERE WAS NO DEALER IN THE STATE ABLE TO PERFORM THE RECALL AS A SERVICE MANAGER SUGGESTED.

2017 Grand Design Momentum questions

Does the 2017 Grand Design Momentum have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2017 Grand Design Momentum: Loose refrigerator wire can arc and cause fire; LP Regulator May Fail, Causing Fire Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Grand Design Momentum?

Based on 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (7), Structure (3), Unknown Or Other (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 2017 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.