2021 Grand Design Reflection structure problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2021 Grand Design Reflection — 57% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“This is a Fifth wheel RV a 2021 Grand Design Reflection 303RLS. The Steel "I" Beam frame is developing cracks in the I Beam in the area of the spring hangers for the axles. This is yet to actually case an accident but may very well lead to one if the cracking worsens and the frame fails. Frame…”
filed Jul 30, 2025
“The upper right front side of the fifth wheel trailer is separating from the trailer frame in the pin box area. The structure of the trailer seems to not be properly connected to the frame or there is flex in the frame that is causing the structure to detach. Recently after having it inspected by a…”
filed Jun 23, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
The #10 screws used to fasten the vertical column of the Schwintek In Wall system to the may have been over torqued, causing a loss of hold, resulting in loose and/or broken screwheads. As a result, columns may pull…
TSB 17-001 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 3, 2017
Structure problems in other Reflection years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Reflection | 18 | 69% |
| 2017 Reflection | 1 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2021 Grand Design Reflection
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.