2020 Grand Design Solitude recalls and problems

The 2020 Grand Design Solitude has 3 safety recalls and 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Grand Design dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
14
Crashes / fires
0 / 1
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2020 Grand Design Solitude vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2020 Grand Design Solitude recalls

Recall 25V-061: Structure, Equipment

Reported Feb 7, 2025 · 21,982 vehicles affected · Grand Design RV, LLC

Problem: Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Grand Design Solitude fifth wheel trailers. The step tread joints may be unsupported, causing the tread to break.

Risk: A broken step increases the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will reinforce the current step tread with a metal bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2025. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910048.

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 20V-523: Equipment

Reported Aug 28, 2020 · 8,161 vehicles affected · Grand Design RV, LLC

Problem: Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Solitude recreational trailers. The liquid propane (LP) supply line that runs through the exterior lower refrigerator compartment may contact the burner tube of the refrigerator, possibly damaging the line and causing an LP gas leak.

Risk: An LP gas leak increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Grand Design will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the LP supply line for damage, replacing it as necessary. All lines in the vicinity of the burner tube will be wrapped in a thermal foil heat barrier material, then secured away from the burner tube of the refrigerator with additional P-clamps, free of charge. The recall began September 17, 2020. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910021.

2020 Grand Design Solitude problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Structure9
Unknown or Other8
Latches/Locks/Linkages4
Suspension2
Equipment1

Most reported parts

  • Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 4
  • Structure › Body — 4
  • Structure › Frame and Members — 1
  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 10,000 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 2020 Grand Design Solitude complaints

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

Structure · reported Jul 29, 2026
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…
Structure · at 10,000 miles · reported Nov 26, 2025
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 passenger’s 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
Structure · reported Apr 9, 2025
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…
Unknown or Other · reported Jan 30, 2025
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…
Latches/Locks/Linkages · reported Jan 15, 2025
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.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Grand Design Solitude have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2020 Grand Design Solitude: 25V-061 (structure, equipment), 22V-038 (equipment), 20V-523 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2020 Grand Design Solitude?

Owners report structure problems most often (9 reports), followed by unknown or other (8). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 10,000 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.