CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Grand Design Reflection has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (5 reports).
2018 Grand Design Reflection recalls
Loose refrigerator wire can arc and cause fire
A 110-volt wire inside the refrigerator cabinet may not be properly secured.
Water Can Enter Wiring Connector, Raising Fire Risk
A wiring connector in the underbody of certain 2016-2018 Reflection trailers may not be properly secured.
Wiring Fault Can Cause Electrical Fire in Trailers
Certain 2018-2019 Reflection fifth wheel trailers may have a power converter circuit that lacks over-current protection.
Tongue Jack May Move Unexpectedly, Risking Crash or Injury
The touch pad on the power tongue jack, a Smart-Jack model, can crack or separate, letting water get inside.
Tire can rub slide-out ram, risking blowout
Certain travel trailers may not have enough clearance between a tire and the ram that moves the slide-out room.
Most common 2018 Grand Design Reflection problems
Problem areas named in the 11 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 3 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Equipment | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2018 Grand Design Recreational Reflection RV. The contact stated that there were structural cracks and frame separation on the RV, causing the rear interior walls to separate from the floor of the RV. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The contact was informed of a Customer Satisfaction Campaign related to the failure. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were not yet notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
A thin rubber grommet is used to protect the electric brake wires passing through the axel tube. These grommets wear through during normal towing. This, in turn, causes the wire to short to ground leading to total failure of the trailer brakes. I did not experience an accident but came very close as I was approaching a stopped vehicle and realized I needed MUCH more braking force on my truck brakes to stop my forward movement. All 4 grommets on the 2 axels on my trailer have failed as shown in the attached pictures but only one has resulted in the wire being rubbed through causing the brake failure. A picture of the axel ID is also included. This appears to be a serious design flaw th
The contact owns a 2018 Grand Design Reflection RV. The contact stated stated after starting the RV, he noticed that there was fire coming out of the refrigerator compartment. The contact was able to extinguish the fire with 3 fire extinguishers, fire hoses, and with the assistance of the fire department. A fire department report was filed. A police report was filed, but the police report information was not available. The contact sustained a scraped left knee while exiting the RV, but did not seek medical assistance. The RV was towed to the contact's residence. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V038000 (Equipment)
Own 2018 Grand Design (GD) RV with a broken Lippert (LCI) spring hanger that holds the axle in place, not discovered until maintenance. Photos available. Research reveals longevity, LCI knowledge, fix, number of & lack of notification. Contacted dealer, GD & LCI about safety defect told âOut Of warranty.â Not warranty, safety. The GD RV requirement or LCI frame equipment component issue is the spring/axle hanger. Other RV manufactures utilize Lippert frames with the same component/condition. LCI RV frames experience a higher rate of spring/axle hanger failures than RV manufactures Northwoods or Outdoor RV that design and construct their own RV frames. Info GD Forum. Attached #1, 2, 3, 4
The contact owns a 2018 Grand Design Reflection. The contact stated that as he retracted the RV's main slide out, the actuator used to retract the slide out snapped. Due to the failure, the slide out remained loose and was no longer secured to the RV. A technician was called to inspect the RV but informed the contact that there was too much damage and that extensive repairs would be needed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the RV was no longer under warranty. The RV was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
2018 Grand Design Reflection questions
Does the 2018 Grand Design Reflection have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2018 Grand Design Reflection: Loose refrigerator wire can arc and cause fire; Water Can Enter Wiring Connector, Raising Fire Risk; Wiring Fault Can Cause Electrical Fire in Trailers; Tongue Jack May Move Unexpectedly, Risking Crash or Injury; Tire can rub slide-out ram, risking blowout. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Grand Design Reflection?
Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (5), Service Brakes (3), Power Train (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Grand Design Reflection 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.