CarRecallWatchThe 2020 Grand Design Solitude has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (9 reports).
2020 Grand Design Solitude recalls
Trailer steps can break, raising injury risk
Certain Grand Design Solitude fifth wheel trailers have step tread joints that may be unsupported.
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 2020 Grand Design Solitude problems
Problem areas named in the 14 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 9 |
| Unknown Or Other | 8 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 4 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Equipment | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2020 Grand Design Recreational Solitude RV. The contact stated that there was extensive frame flex in the RV. The contact stated that the slide-outs rolled out while turning. The contact stated that there was an issue with the kingpin that related to the flex frame. The doors were out of alignment and there were screws popping up out of the floor. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Action Number: PE24029 (Structure). The RV was taken to the local dealer and was diagnosed with cracks in the frame. The RV was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and the RV was inspected, and no cracks were found. The failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2020 Grand Design Solitude. The contact stated that while completing routine maintenance on the RV, the contact noticed that there were three cracks on the passengerâs side frame, and there was a crack on the weld. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and denied the claim made by the owner. The frame manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000
This is an ongoing problem. I have had multiple frame related issues with this 5th wheel RV. The bedroom closet wall separated causing items to fall into the opening, A crack developed that eventually reached 9 " in length in the sidewall by the bedroom slide. Most of the frame gussets supporting the rear and sides of the RV BENT and or the welds cracked. The floor sloped down at the edges due to improper support, Multiple times the propane doors opened while towing, Screws keep unscrewing from around the front of the RV. small cracks in the frame. The main bracket that holds the slide wall to the RV cracked and needed emergency welding while on the road, if it broke completely off the slide
While we are driving, the front and back door of our rv open while in transit. This happens even when the RV doors are both locked and deadbolted. They both open up and we have had to add a bar to keep the door from opening all the way on the rear, which places us and others in danger while driving. We have pulled over and the door whipped open and hit a road sign, it could as easily hit construction worker. I have reported it to Grand Design, and at that time, it was not repaired. I was at the headquarters at the time. I had already purchased the aftermarket door bar to keep it from flying open, but they both still come unlatched. A dealer has not verified this , and GD does not take it out
I beam frame, frame failure, compartment doors popping open, walls moving, lag screws incorrect. RV is available for inspection. compartment door popping open and tings falling out, walls coming loose and RV breaking apart king pin breaking at front of RV and coming loose from two vehicle. It has been reported to dealer service center The problem has been inspected by the MFG Dealer the problem started cracking of floors, loose lag screws, bent I beam, walls moving.
2020 Grand Design Solitude questions
Does the 2020 Grand Design Solitude have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2020 Grand Design Solitude: Trailer steps can break, raising injury risk; 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 2020 Grand Design Solitude?
Based on 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (9), Unknown Or Other (8), Latches/Locks/Linkages (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2020 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.