repaired · 2023 Q4
Appliance: refrigerator
Risk. An electrical arc increases the risk of a fire.
2017 Grand Design ReflectionProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 26 owner complaints about the 2017 Grand Design Reflection, most often about the service brakes. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-038 the manufacturer reports only 33% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 16, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Grand Design Reflection has problems
26 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
18Service brakes
5Suspension
3Equipment
2Structure
2Wheels
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Tires
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 18 | 0 |
| Suspension | 5 | 0 |
| Equipment | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 1 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2017 Grand Design Reflection recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2022 Q1
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. If water enters the wiring connector, it can cause a short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2019 Q1
Mechanical: integrated jack/leveler/stabilizer
Risk. If the tongue jack retracts or extends unexpectedly, there could be an increased risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2018 Q2
Other: labels
Risk. If the operator loads the vehicle to the GAWR on the label, it can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2017 Q4
Lpg systems: lines and fittings
Risk. If the indicator sight glass cracks, propane gas may leak out, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Grand Design.
Best & worst years
2017 vs. every other Reflection year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Reflection median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Reflection owners report
Recent service brakes complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
INTERMITTENT BRAKES (LOST BRAKES) ON FIFTH WHEEL DUE TO THE USE OF UNDERSIZE WIRE AND OVERUSE OF SCOTCHLOK GUILLOTINE CONNECTORS. EACH BRAKE HAS A MAXIMUM CURRENT DRAW OF 4AMPS. 4X4 = 16 AMP POSSIBLE DRAW ON 14 AWG WIRE AT APPROXIMATELY 60+ FOOT LOOP ROUND TRIP FROM PIN BOX TO BRAKES BACK TO PIN…
TWO SEPARATE ISSUES: 1. LIPPERT WHEEL BEARINGS LEAKED GREASE ALL OVER THE DRUM BRAKES WITH LESS THAN 4000 MILES. LIPPERT REFUSED TO PAY FOR REPAIRS BECAUSE IT HAS BEEN MORE THAN ONE YEAR. 2. WITH BRAND NEW BRAKES PROPERLY ADJUSTED, BRAKES ARE STILL VERY WEAK. APPLYING 12 VOLTS FROM BRAKE CONTROLLER…
DURING MOSTLY HIGHWAY TRAVEL WITH OUR CAMPER THE AXLE GREASE SEALS FAILED WHICH ALLOWED GREASE TO CONTAMINATE THE BRAKE SHOES AND BRAKE DRUMS AFFECTING BRAKING PERFORMANCE. REVIEWING OTHER POSTS ON-LINE A LOT OF OTHER OWNERS OF THESE CAMPERS ARE EXPERIENCING THE SAME PROBLEM, WHICH IS A SIGNIFICANT…
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