Recall 25V119 affects 58 2025 Grand Design Serenova travel trailers because axle bearings can overheat. Repair is free at any franchised Grand Design dealer.
Grand Design is recalling 58 2025 Serenova travel trailers because an improperly tightened axle bearing nut can overheat the bearings. Overheated bearings can increase the risk of a fire or let a tire detach from the trailer, and Grand Design dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The independent suspension on the 2025 Grand Design Serenova supports the trailer at the axle and lets each wheel move as the trailer rolls over the road. Inside that assembly, wheel bearings let the hub spin smoothly around the axle spindle. A castle nut holds the bearing assembly at the correct tightness, so the wheel can turn without excess drag.
On affected trailers, that castle nut was tightened too much. When the nut is over-tightened, it presses the bearings too firmly against the spindle and the bearings bind instead of spinning freely. That friction creates excessive heat, which can damage the bearing, loosen the wheel, let a wheel come off, or start a fire at the wheel area.
Before failure, drivers can feel vibration coming from the trailer or see smoke from the wheel. Treat either sign as a reason to stop towing and arrange service.
Who's affected?
The same independent suspension assembly appears under both the suspension and wheel fastener categories.
| 2025 Grand Design Serenova | suspension component |
|---|---|
| 2025 Grand Design Serenova | wheel fastener (lug, nut, bolt, or stud) |
| Units affected | 58 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident 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?
Overheated bearings can start a fire or let the tire detach from the travel trailer, increasing the risk of a crash. Warning signs include vibration from the trailer or smoke from the wheel. If you notice either one, pull over when safe and call the dealer before towing or driving farther. Repair is free at any franchised Grand Design dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025 Grand Design Serenova is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Grand Design dealer to schedule the free axle-bearing inspection and replacement that addresses bearing overheating and tire detachment risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Grand Design mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V119 when you call.
- Ask the dealer whether the trailer is safe to tow to the appointment before moving it.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Grand Design technician inspects the axle bearings and replaces any bearings that show heat damage or other issues tied to this recall. The inspection, replacement parts, and labor are free under the recall. Grand Design's standard reimbursement plan applies to documented out of pocket repairs paid before the recall notice. If you already paid for bearing related work, bring the repair invoice and proof of payment to the service desk, or contact Grand Design customer service for the claim path.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 24, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 21, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| March 28, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 25, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V119?
Recall 25V119 covers 58 2025 Grand Design Serenova travel trailers with an axle bearing nut that was improperly tightened. The bearings can overheat, raising fire risk or allowing the tire to detach from the trailer. Grand Design dealers will inspect and replace the bearings for free.
What should I do if my 2025 Grand Design Serenova is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific travel trailer is included in recall 25V119. If it is, contact a Grand Design dealer to schedule the bearing inspection and any needed bearing replacement. Reference Grand Design recall number 910049 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Grand Design dealers will inspect the axle bearings and replace them if needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is overheating at the axle bearings. Overheated bearings can increase the risk of a fire or cause the tire to detach from the travel trailer, increasing crash risk. The dealer repair addresses the bearing condition for free.
When did Grand Design notify owners?
Grand Design mailed owner notification letters on April 25, 2025. If you did not receive a letter, check your VIN because used ownership, address changes, and mail delays can keep notices from reaching the current owner.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V119000 |
|---|---|
| Grand Design customer service | 1-574-825-9679 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V119 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V119000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →