Campaign 22V203 Posted March 29, 2022 198 units

2022 Grand Design Trailers Recall 22V203: Power Inlet

Recall 22V203 affects 198 2022 Grand Design Reflection and Transcend travel trailers for loose shore-power wiring. Repair is free at any franchised Grand Design dealer.

Grand Design is recalling 198 2022 Reflection and Transcend travel trailers because the 50-amp shore power inlet can have loose wiring from lug bolts that do not tighten properly. Loose wiring can arc or short and increase the risk of fire, and Grand Design dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.

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What's wrong?

The 50-amp shore power inlet on 2022 Grand Design Reflection and Transcend travel trailers is the exterior plug connection used when the trailer is connected to campground or home power. Inside that inlet, lug bolts clamp the electrical wiring in place so the connection stays tight while the trailer is powered.

On affected trailers, the inlet lug bolts were made with metal that was too hard. Because of that, the bolts did not tighten correctly during assembly. The wiring connection can be left loose instead of clamped firmly, so the inlet does not hold the power connection the way it was designed to. Grand Design later stopped using the Epicord shore power inlet and replaced it with a Marinco inlet.

There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on model year or visible inspection alone, because the recall is tied to specific 2022 Reflection and Transcend trailers.

Who's affected?

Covers both Reflection and Transcend towable RV lines, with the same 50-amp inlet plug tied to the trailer and electrical-system scope.

2022 Grand Design Reflection Recreational vehicle/trailer
2022 Grand Design Reflection electrical system
2022 Grand Design Transcend Recreational vehicle/trailer
2022 Grand Design Transcend electrical system
Units affected198
Field incidentsNHTSA has logged no field incidents to date.

A matching 2022 Grand Design Reflection or Transcend does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific RV is included.

What's the safety risk?

Loose wiring can create an electrical arc or short and increase the risk of fire. Until the inlet is inspected, avoid using any connection that shows heat, damage, or electrical trouble. Schedule the recall inspection soon. Repair is free at any franchised Grand Design dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 Grand Design Reflection or Transcend is included in this recall.
  2. Contact a franchised Grand Design dealer to schedule the free 50-amp shore-power-inlet inspection and replacement that fixes the loose wiring connection.
  3. Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 22V203 when you call.
  4. Avoid connecting shore power through the 50-amp inlet until the dealer completes the inspection or replacement.
  5. Call Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679 with questions and reference Grand Design recall 910028.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, a Grand Design technician inspects the shore power inlet and replaces the power inlet if the lug bolts or wiring connection do not meet the recall repair standard. The inspection, replacement parts, and labor are free under the recall. If you've already paid for this service, Grand Design RV will reimburse expenses tied to this defect. Bring invoices, receipts, and repair records to the service desk.

ReimbursementReimbursement available

Timeline

March 29, 2022 NHTSA published the recall
April 25, 2022 Owner notification mailed
April 25, 2022 Dealer notification began
April 26, 2022 Dealer notification ended
April 27, 2022 Interim owner notification (was planned for this date)

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 22V203?

Recall 22V203 covers 198 2022 Grand Design Reflection and Transcend travel trailers with a 50-amp shore power inlet defect. The inlet lug bolts can prevent proper tightening, leaving a loose wiring connection that can arc or short and increase fire risk.

What should I do if my 2022 Grand Design Reflection or Transcend is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 22V203. If it is, contact a franchised Grand Design dealer to schedule the power inlet inspection. The dealer will replace the inlet when needed, free of charge.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Grand Design dealers will inspect and replace the 50-amp shore power inlet when needed free of charge.

What is the safety risk?

The safety risk is fire from a loose 50-amp shore power wiring connection. If the inlet lug bolts do not tighten correctly, the connection can loosen, arc, or short. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer inspection and repair.

When were owners notified about recall 22V203?

Grand Design mailed owner notification letters on April 25, 2022. If you bought the trailer used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides coverage. Check your VIN, then call Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679 or a franchised Grand Design dealer with recall 22V203.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V203000
Grand Design customer service1-574-825-9679
NHTSA recall #22V203
NHTSA recall # (full)22V203000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →