Today we’re diving into an important topic: inspecting a Grand Design RV that’s experiencing major frame failures, even after being “fixed” by the manufacturer three times. Unfortunately, these issues aren’t as rare as we’d like, and it’s crucial for RV owners to be aware of what to look for.
If you’re concerned about your RV and need a third-party inspection, we’re here to help. At California RV Specialists, we offer comprehensive inspections and repairs. You can reach out to us at 209-263-7040 to schedule an appointment.
Important reminder
Grand Design may not refund you for any work or inspections performed by us, especially if you’re outside the 5-year warranty period or if you’re a second owner. However, if you’re experiencing any of the following frame issues, it’s crucial to get your RV inspected:
- I-beam cracks
- Pin box rise
- Frame upper deck failure/cracking
- Rear frame camber loss
- Lag bolt and deck side plate failures
- Rear upper deck failure (often related to severe front deck failure)
These are serious concerns that could affect the safety and integrity of your RV. If you suspect any of these problems, don’t wait—get in touch with us for an inspection and expert advice on the best course of action.
Stay safe on the road, and remember, proper maintenance and timely inspections can prevent major headaches down the line.
Our location:
- California RV Specialists
- 200 S. Cherokee Lane, Lodi, CA 95240
- Email: service@calrvspecialists.com
- Website: www.calrvspecialists.com
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How is it possible that they are allowed to build something this dangerous to put on the roads. Cargo trailers are held to a higher standard than recreational vehicles.
How? It’s called RVIA working in conjunction with our elected officials to halt any additional safety regulations.
I’m not an over-regulation zealot, but reasonable safety build standards are needed so that major failure issues like this are minimized and rare. Unfortunately, if the industry won’t self-regulate, then consumer protections may need to be gov’t regulated for things the general consumer cannot readily look at or be an expert in themselves.
An issue like this, similar to hidden electrical or plumbing, isn’t something a consumer can readily inspect prior to purchase or know how the basic structure should be.
Yep. All about the money
A friend has been sidelined for three weeks in AZ because of broken welds in his 2023 GD 5th wheel. Has GD become the modern day “Pinto”?
Or Chevette.
Or Yugo. 😉
Wow an infomercial.
Things must be bad for this newsletter to print an advertisement for rv service posing as a news article
Exactly what I was thinking!
how about a fuller picture of the problem for some of us who do not have a 5th wheel. I appreciate the demonstration of the problems to better understand this mess. You need to back off a bit
GD ought to be sued off the planet for selling their junk…ask me how I know.
Maybe owners with Grand Design RV’s having cracked frames should file a complaint with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Enough complaints maybe they’ll do something.
Thank you, Dustin! 🙂 We have a driveable with its own set of actual and potential problems. Thanks again, have a great week, safe travels, and safe stays! 🙂
very informing, we have a 303rls love it but I’ve noticed change in the sidewalls just fwd. of propane doors as well as bubbles (delamination). you can now see the aluminum wall frames behind the outer walls.
Are there certain years and/or models that have been failing. That would be nice to know.