2020 GRAND DESIGN IMAGINE
2 recalls, 18 complaints - 2 TSBs
22V039000 Jan 28, 2022
STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DOOR
Defect Description
Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Imagine travel trailers. The cast aluminum pull handles on the cabinet doors and drawers may have sharp edges.
Consequence
Sharp handles could scrape or cut an occupant, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the handles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 14, 2022. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910027.
21V393000 May 26, 2021
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS
Defect Description
Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Imagine, Transcend, and Momentum travel trailers. The LP regulator that controls the LP gas pressure may fail, allowing excessive gas pressure that causes the appliance flame to increase.
Consequence
Excessive gas pressure and a larger than intended appliance flame can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the LP regulator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 24, 2021. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910023.
Complaint Statistics
18 total complaints
1 crashes
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| TIRES | 3 |
| POWER TRAIN | 3 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
| TIRES:TREAD/BELT | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| ENGINE | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
POWER TRAIN
Jun 2, 2026
Incident date: May 30, 2026
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact received a notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V237000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle suddenly failed to accelerate or main... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Jun 2, 2026
Incident date: May 30, 2026
The contact owns a 2025 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while towing a boat and driving in reverse the braking system had erroneously activated causing the vehicle to abruptly stop. During the failure the "brake" waring message had also displayed. The contact indicated that the failure was in... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Jun 2, 2026
Incident date: May 30, 2026
My 2018 Honda Odyssey with just under 59,000 miles is showing the following warnings: - ACC - Adaptive Cruise Control Problem - Collision Mitigation System Problem - Auto High-Beam Problem - Road Departure Mitigation System Problem - Lane Keep Assist Problem. Using a code scanner, the ECU reports e... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 17, 2025
Incident date: Aug 9, 2024
Truck went into “Reduced Acceleration” or “Limp Mode” while pulling my camper. Took truck to Kool Chevrolet in Grand Rapids, MI. They confirmed it is a bad Valve body on the transmission. No estimated time from Chevy on getting a replacement valve body. They confirmed this is a widespread kn... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jun 17, 2025
Incident date: Aug 9, 2024
There is a massive rust spot under the driver side seating position where your feet would rest while driving. Seems as there isn't significant drainage holes in this area.
AIR BAGS
Oct 5, 2024
Incident date: Oct 4, 2024
Communication error with system. This controls all functions from braking to cameras to suspension and audio/phone. Research shows that this is a habitual issue on almost all Land Rover models with no fix except to replace entire infotainment center which parts only range from 3-6k. Something need... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 25, 2024
Incident date: Jul 21, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while her husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was shaking erratically. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with transmission failure. The contact was informed that the trans... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 8, 2023
Incident date: Jul 17, 2023
Our 2013 Kia Soul accelerated on its own at a Sonic drive-in restaurant. First ran into a brick wall and then when put in reverse, it continued at accelerated speed until it came to a stop. Nobody injured - just the car. Afterward I did some research and found it has been a problem with various mak... Read more
Crash
ENGINE
Jun 19, 2023
Incident date: Jun 12, 2023
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The auto stop idle feature in my 2016 Honda Pilot Touring failed to operate correctly. This feature automatically turns off the engine while keeping the electrical systems on. I can make the vehicle av... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 19, 2023
Incident date: Jun 12, 2023
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The auto stop idle feature in my 2016 Honda Pilot Touring failed to operate correctly. This feature automatically turns off the engine while keeping the electrical systems on. I can make the vehicle av... Read more
TIRES
Jul 1, 2022
Incident date: Jun 26, 2022
The tire came apart. The tread separated from the rest of the tire and the whole tire separated like it was cut in half. Others safety was at risk because of debris. It hasn’t been presented to dealer yet. It has not been inspected yet. I use a tire pressure monitoring system and all tires were sh... Read more
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS
May 17, 2022
Incident date: Oct 11, 2021
There is currently an rv recall coming out concerning 150,000 2021 through 2023 travel trailers and fifth wheels for a faulty quick disconnect fitting in the propane system, which can crack, leak, and cause fires. I own a 2020 Grand Design, Imagine, travel trailer which had the exact same defect as ... Read more
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER
May 17, 2022
Incident date: Oct 11, 2021
There is currently an rv recall coming out concerning 150,000 2021 through 2023 travel trailers and fifth wheels for a faulty quick disconnect fitting in the propane system, which can crack, leak, and cause fires. I own a 2020 Grand Design, Imagine, travel trailer which had the exact same defect as ... Read more
EQUIPMENT
May 17, 2022
Incident date: Oct 11, 2021
There is currently an rv recall coming out concerning 150,000 2021 through 2023 travel trailers and fifth wheels for a faulty quick disconnect fitting in the propane system, which can crack, leak, and cause fires. I own a 2020 Grand Design, Imagine, travel trailer which had the exact same defect as ... Read more
TIRES:TREAD/BELT
Apr 25, 2022
Incident date: Apr 15, 2022
225/75R15 tire Load Range E tire experienced complete tread separation and I have retained the majority of the tire remaining for further inspection. The tire information tag afixed to the camper specified 80 psi max cold pressure. After sitting overnight prior to morning departure all 4 tires were ... Read more
TIRES
Apr 22, 2022
Incident date: Feb 1, 2022
The contact owns a 2020 Grand Design Imagine 2600RB equipped with westlake tire, tire line: unknown, tire size: ST225/75R15 and the DOT number was unknown. The contact stated while the trailer was being delivered to his residence, the rear passenger side tire blowout. The driver was able to replaced... Read more
TIRES
Nov 11, 2020
Incident date: Nov 1, 2020
OUR PASSENGER SIDE REAR TRAILER TIRE BLEW OUT ON OUR 2020 IMAGINE 2800BH. THIS WAS A LIONSHEAD WESTLAKE THAT CAME ON THE TRAILER AND HAD ABOUT 4K MILES ON IT. PRESSURE WAS 80 PSI WHEN WE LEFT OUR SITE AND 88 PSI WHEN IT BLEW ACCORDING TO THE TPMS SYSTEM. OUR SPEED AT THE TIME OF THE FAILURE WAS 60MP... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jul 7, 2019
Incident date: Jun 30, 2019
WHILE DRIVING BACK FROM A FAMILY TRIP IN NEBRASKA ON 6/30/19. I NOTICED THAT THE TRAILER WAS PUSHING THE TOW VEHICLE TO THE RIGHT WHILE BREAKING HARDER THAN NORMAL. THIS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES DURING OUR 4.5 HOUR TRIP HOME AND UPON ARRIVING AT OUR HOUSE IN LONE TREE, CO. I DISCOVERED THAT THE LEAF ... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2020 GRAND DESIGN IMAGINE
2 manufacturer communications from 2 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
TSB19-005
Oct 8, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
On the roll-over sofa, the sofa back stop bolt may be missing. As a result, when the sofa back is rolled over to make a bed it may not lay flat.
No comms 2021-01
Feb 15, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for January 2021 for Grand Design RV, LLC.
GRAND DESIGN IMAGINE - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the GRAND DESIGN IMAGINE across all model years (2016, 2027).
26
Total Recalls
111
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
3
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
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