CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Grand Design Transcend has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (2 reports).
2021 Grand Design Transcend recalls
LP Regulator May Fail, Causing Fire Risk
The LP gas regulator in certain travel trailers may fail, allowing excessive gas pressure.
Most common 2021 Grand Design Transcend problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
Report of RV cracked frame and other structural failure 2021 GRAND DESIGN TRANSCEND XPLOR 297QB CA [XXX] VIN [XXX] Purchased: [XXX] Summary of problems reported: - Cracked frame - Caved slide-out - Collapsed fridge cabinet in slideout, and deformed slide-out. - Tire worn out unevenly, with no thread in the inside (only) History summary: July 2023, when tires cupped or separated: so new tires installed. September-November 2023: inquired about alignment, but dealers and manufacturers said that alignment is not done in trailers. Camping World finds brakes of one side only worn out. July 2024: Fridge in slide-out cabinet collapses. Slideout is deformed, caved and rubs ground. One
The contact owns a 2021 Grand Design Transcend Travel Trailer equipped with Westlake Tires, Tire Line: Super ST tires, Tire Size: ST225/75/R15. The contact stated that while towing the Travel Trailer at approximately 65 MPH, the trailer began to violently shake and vibrate. After stopping to inspect the trailer, it was discovered that the front passengerâs side tire had experienced complete tread separation but the tire remained inflated. Additionally, the rear passengerâs side tire had developed a bubble on the tread. The manufacturer of the RV was notified of the failure. The tire manufacturer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 4,500.
BOUGHT THIS AT ROBERSON RV, IN SALEM, OREGON. PICKED UP ON 2/15. AT HOME, NOTICED OUTSIDE PROPANE LEAK, SHUT IT OFF. ALSO NOTICED THAT THERE WAS NO SMOKE DETECTOR IN TRAILER, ONLY 2 CO DETECTORS. CONTACT LOCAL FIRE MARSHAL OFFICE. THESE BOTH ARE NFPA 1193, MAJOR LIFE SAFETY VIOLATIONS, BOTH ON/OFF ROAD. CAME FROM GRAND DESIGN FACTORY THAT WAY. DEALER DID GIVE ME FACTORY WARRANTY CHECK OFF LIST, SIGNED BY THEM, THAT THERE WAS NO LEAKS AND SMOKE DETECTOR WAS IN PLACE/WORKING. THAT IS A LEGAL DOCUMENT, I BELIEVE. I DID CONTACT GRAND DESIGN ABOUT THIS, WITH NO REPLY, SO FAR. MY CONSERNIS THAT HOW MANY OTHER TRAILERS/ MOTOR HOMES, MADE BY THEM ARE THE SAME WAY??? I AM DISABLED/RETIRED FIREFIGHTE
2021 Grand Design Transcend questions
Does the 2021 Grand Design Transcend have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2021 Grand Design Transcend: LP Regulator May Fail, Causing Fire Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Grand Design Transcend?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (2), Tires (1), Suspension (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Grand Design Transcend 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.