CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Grand Design Solitude has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (5 reports).
2017 Grand Design Solitude recalls
Loose refrigerator wire can arc and cause fire
A 110-volt wire inside the refrigerator cabinet may not be properly secured.
Propane line may touch fridge burner, risking gas leak and fire
The liquid propane supply line running through the lower exterior refrigerator compartment may contact the refrigerator's burner tube.
Most common 2017 Grand Design Solitude problems
Problem areas named in the 10 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2017 Grand Design Solitude. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the contact became aware of a gap in the corner of the RV overhang, in the transition to the vehicle upper deck down to the lower deck. The contact became aware of movement underneath the fiberglass. Additionally, the contact stated that the bedroom doors were stuck, but upon setting the RV down on the jack stands, the doors became functional. There were several cracks in the aluminum frame and in the welds. The contact had contacted a welder, who performed welding on the defective areas. The RV was taken to the dealer, who sent more pictures of the failure to the manufacturer. The dealer
The steel Frame of the 5th wheel trailer developed broken welds and cracked metal tubing. This information should be included in the following current investigation. ODI PE24029
The contact owns a 2017 Grand Design Solitude RV. The contact stated that while driving, the rear axle suspension separated from vehicle. The contacted noticed that the rear axle shifted three inches towards the driverâs side. The vehicle was taken to a rest stop where an independent mechanic replaced the left and right leaf springs. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no further assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 8,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 GRAND DESIGN SOLITUDE FIFTH WHEEL TRAILER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, THE CONTACT WAS MADE AWARE BY ANOTHER DRIVER THAT THE REAR WALL OF THE TRAILER HAD SEPARATED FROM THE SIDEWALL. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND RATCHET STRAPPED THE BOTTOM OF THE REAR WALL ONTO THE SIDEWALL OF THE RV AND DROVE HOME. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. A DEALER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE RV NEEDED TO BE INSPECTED BY AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 940. INVALID VIN.
BOUGHT NEW, AFTER 6 MONTHS OF USE THE BRAKES FAILED. THE LIPPERT AXLES ON THE COACH HAD FAILURE ON THE SEALS AND COATED THE BRAKES WITH GREASE. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE ON A 16,000 TRAILER WITH NO BRAKES. LIPPERT KNOWS ABOUT THIS ISSUE BUT HAS NOT ISSUED A RECALL ON ALL OF THE TRAILERS WITH THEIR AXLES. MOST OF THE GRAND DESIGN COACHES ARE HAVING THIS PROBLEM
2017 Grand Design Solitude questions
Does the 2017 Grand Design Solitude have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2017 Grand Design Solitude: Loose refrigerator wire can arc and cause fire; Propane line may touch fridge burner, risking gas leak and fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Grand Design Solitude?
Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (5), Service Brakes (4), Structure (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Grand Design Solitude 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.