repaired · 2026 Q3
Leaf spring assembly: u-bolt, leaf spring to axle
NewRisk. An axle that moves out of position can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
2023 Grand Design SolitudeProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 20 owner complaints about the 2023 Grand Design Solitude, most often about the structure. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-061 the manufacturer reports only 19% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 9, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Grand Design Solitude has problems
20 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
11Structure
4Service brakes
2Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
2Latches/locks/linkages
2Suspension
1Equipment
1Service brakes, electric
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 11 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes, electric | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2023 Grand Design Solitude 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 · 2026 Q3
Lpg systems: lines and fittings
Risk. A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Materials: flooring
Risk. A broken step increases the risk of injury.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Appliance: refrigerator
Risk. A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
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repaired · 2025 Q2
Leaf spring assembly: u-bolt, leaf spring to axle
Risk. An axle that moves out of position can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
Risk. An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.
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
2023 vs. every other Solitude 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 Solitude median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2023 Grand Design Solitude, and the recalls they led to.
- Frame Flex on Grand Design Fifth Wheel Recreational TrailersOpen
In owners' words
What Solitude owners report
Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Frame and structural integrity/towable RV. 7/15/2024 — First Warranty Repair (Frame): Blue Compass found broken seal-plate welds on the frame; welds repaired, bolts replaced. 30 ft of roof membrane, which had pulled loose and "ballooned" in transit, was fully replaced. 6/2026 — Recurrence: Roof…
This report details a suspected major structural frame failure on my 2023 Grand Design Solitude 391DL. The issues, which are progressive and worsening, indicate a severe loss of structural integrity in the front gooseneck and upper deck area of the fifth wheel. Key observations and symptoms…
Frame Flex & Water Intrusion - We first noticed movement back in August 2024. It seemed like the tongue was going to come through our back truck window where I sit to work with our 3 cats. The inside of the Solitude is a mess too with lights coming down from ceiling, doors are all scratch from…
Own a 2023 Solitude?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.