Recall 23V586 affects 1,209 2022-2024 Grand Design Momentum travel trailers for underrated safety chains. Repair is free at any franchised Grand Design dealer.
Grand Design is recalling 1,209 2022-2024 Momentum 23G and 25G travel trailers because the installed safety chains are underrated for the trailer's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. Underrated chains can allow the trailer to detach from the tow vehicle and increase crash risk; Grand Design dealers will replace the safety chains free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The safety chains on a 2022-2024 Grand Design Momentum travel trailer are the backup link between the trailer frame and the tow vehicle. They are meant to hold the trailer close to the tow vehicle if the main hitch connection separates. Their rating needs to match the trailer's gross vehicle weight rating, which is the maximum loaded weight the trailer is built to carry.
On affected Momentum 23G and 25G travel trailers, Grand Design installed 16,200-pound safety chains where the trailer's rating calls for stronger chains. The replacement chains are rated for 16,700 pounds. The problem is not that the chain is visibly broken; it is that the installed chain is underrated for the trailer's required load.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should not expect a noise, light, or visible crack to confirm this issue before the chains are needed.
Who's affected?
Covers the Momentum trailer across the 2022, 2023, and 2024 model years with the same safety-chain hitch component.
| 2024 Grand Design Momentum | Trailer hitches |
|---|---|
| 2022 Grand Design Momentum | Trailer hitches |
| 2023 Grand Design Momentum | Trailer hitches |
| Units affected | 1,209 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Underrated safety chains can let the trailer detach from the tow vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before detachment, so confirm your VIN and schedule the chain replacement before towing again. Repair is free at any franchised Grand Design dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022-2024 Grand Design Momentum is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Grand Design dealer to schedule the free safety-chain replacement that matches the trailer's GVWR.
- Bring the recall notice if Grand Design mailed one. If not, reference recall number 23V586 when you call.
- Avoid towing the trailer until the safety chains are replaced.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Grand Design technician replaces the underrated safety chains with chains that match the trailer's required rating. Parts and labor are free under the recall. Grand Design's reimbursement follows the manufacturer's standard reimbursement plan. If you already paid out of pocket for a safety-chain repair tied to this defect, bring your receipts and repair paperwork to the service desk so Grand Design can review the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 17, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 1, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| September 1, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 6, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| September 6, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V586?
Recall 23V586 covers 1,209 2022-2024 Grand Design Momentum 23G and 25G travel trailers with safety chains that are underrated for the trailer's GVWR. Underrated chains can let the trailer detach from the tow vehicle, increasing crash risk. Grand Design dealers replace the chains for free.
What should I do if my 2022-2024 Grand Design Momentum is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 23V586. If it is, contact a franchised Grand Design dealer to schedule the safety-chain replacement. Reference recall number 23V586 or Grand Design recall 910040 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Grand Design dealers will replace the underrated safety chains free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included 2022-2024 Momentum trailers.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is trailer separation while towing. The installed chains are underrated for the trailer's GVWR, so they can fail to keep the trailer attached to the tow vehicle after a hitch separation, increasing crash risk.
What if I bought my Grand Design Momentum used?
The free repair still applies. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to honor the recall regardless of ownership history. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included, then contact a franchised Grand Design dealer for the safety-chain replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V586000 |
|---|---|
| Grand Design customer service | 1-574-825-9679 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V586 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V586000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
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 →