2016 Grand Design Solitude recalls and problems

The 2016 Grand Design Solitude has 3 safety recalls and 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Grand Design dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
5
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2016 Grand Design Solitude vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2016 Grand Design Solitude recalls

Recall 22V-038: Equipment

Reported Jan 28, 2022 · 43,421 vehicles affected · Grand Design RV, LLC

Problem: Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2013-2021 Momentum, Solitude, and Reflection recreational vehicles. A 110-volt wire in the refrigerator cabinet may be improperly secured, which could result in the wire contacting the refrigerator cooling unit, causing an electrical arc.

Risk: An electrical arc increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace any damaged wiring, and properly secure the wires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 21, 2022. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910026.

Recall 16V-841: Equipment

Reported Nov 21, 2016 · 1,975 vehicles affected · Grand Design RV, LLC

Problem: Grand Design RV (Grand Design) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Momentum toy haulers and Solitude recreational trailers manufactured July 8, 2014, to August 31, 2015, equipped with certain aluminum black ladders manufactured by Christianson Industries. These ladders have retractable hinges, each with a welded 'top hat' that can separate from the hinge.

Risk: If the hinges separate from the ladder while in use, the ladder may fall from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Grand Design will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket over the back of existing hinges, free of charge. The recall began on December 16, 2016. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910008.

Recall 15V-212: Suspension

Reported Apr 10, 2015 · 148 vehicles affected · Grand Design RV, LLC

Problem: Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Reflection 303RLS, 308BHTS and 313RLTS, model 2016 Solitude 375RE trailers manufactured March 12, 2015, to April 6, 2015. In the affected trailers, the studs that are used to attach the wheels to the axle hubs may break.

Risk: If the wheel studs break, the wheel could detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Grand Design has notified owners, and dealers will replace any affected wheel hub, free of charge. The recall began on April 14, 2015. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910003.

2016 Grand Design Solitude problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes2
Structure2
Suspension1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 1,700 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2016 Grand Design Solitude complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · reported Jun 4, 2026
The contact owns a 2016 Grand Design Solitude Camper. The contact stated while while the camper was traveling, the side door independently unlatched and opened. In addition the contact stated while the camper was parked , the contact noticed that the midddle slider was detached about 10 inches. The camper was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact stated in the past the camper was taken to the dealer, however the failure was not duplicated. The contact was informed that the slider needed to be reset. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure.
Suspension · reported Aug 16, 2018
On 26 september 2018, I ordered a suspension kit for this trailer from www.etrailer.com. Order# 106838902. The kit I ordered was a roadmaster slipper spring kit #rm-2570 with the rm-2460 shock absorbers. This equipment is for an axle that is rated at 7,000 lb, which is what the axles on my trailer are rated for. I installed the kit on my trailer. After installing the springs I noticed a tag on one of the springs. Using the number found on the tag, e5226, I did some research on the internet and discovered that the spring is rated for 3,000 lbs which is suitable for an axle that is rated for…
Service Brakes · at 1 miles · reported Feb 18, 2017
Brand new 2016 never towed by me. Trailer delivered by dealer. All 4 brakes covered in grease. Well known problem. No action by manufacture
Service Brakes · at 1,700 miles · reported Feb 4, 2017
I purchased this 5th wheel rv new in april of 2016. I have towed it approximately 800 miles. I figure that between delivery from the factory to the dealer in raynham, ma and my personal use that there is about 1700 total miles on this rv. I have been monitoring the grand design owners forum and frequently an issue was discussed about grease appearing on the brake shoes. Being I own one, I decided to inspect this area to see if grease was getting on my brakes. I found that the grease from the wheel bearings was getting through the rear seal and had started spreading throughout the brake system.…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Grand Design Solitude have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2016 Grand Design Solitude: 22V-038 (equipment), 16V-841 (equipment), 15V-212 (suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Grand Design Solitude?

Owners report service brakes problems most often (2 reports), followed by structure (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 1,700 miles.

Are Grand Design recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Grand Design dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.