2021 GRAND DESIGN IMAGINE
3 recalls — 24 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.
21V636000 Aug 13, 2021
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2021 Imagine recreational trailers equipped with Dexter D30 axles. The axles may have been assembled with incorrect inner bearings.
Consequence
Incorrect inner bearings can cause the wheels to lock up or reduce stopping ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the axles for incorrect bearings and replace the bearings as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910024.
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
24 total complaints
1 crashes
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 3 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 2 |
| STRUCTURE | 2 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| EQUIPMENT | 1 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
| TIRES | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 13, 2025
Incident date: Jul 31, 2025
Subject: Urgent Vehicle Safety Complaint – 2019 GMC Sierra Denali Escalating mechanical and electrical failures — many beginning before 100,000 miles, and continuing as of today, at approximately 110,000 miles. These issues have made the vehicle unreliable and unsafe to drive. Since purchasing t... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 1, 2025
Incident date: Aug 3, 2024
When driving, I get random flashing lights on the Dashboard with a Warning indicator: ”Check Hybrid system. Stop safely”. It happened at least on 7 occasions while driving at high speed on a highway and while stopped at a traffic light. When the issue happens, the car triggers aggressive Warning... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 1, 2025
Incident date: Aug 3, 2024
When driving, I get random flashing lights on the Dashboard with a Warning indicator: ”Check Hybrid system. Stop safely”. It happened at least on 7 occasions while driving at high speed on a highway and while stopped at a traffic light. When the issue happens, the car triggers aggressive Warning... Read more
STRUCTURE
Jan 1, 2025
Incident date: Aug 3, 2024
After reading of other owners of similar and identical models like mine having frame cracks, I made a point to inspect my trailer’s I beam chassis and I discovered horizontal cracks within the I beam, one on each side, over the suspension area. Every picture I have seen looks just like mine, a rus... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Nov 25, 2024
Incident date: Nov 25, 2024
My 2019 Toyota Highlander XLE has 50,000 miles on it, when the transmission began making a whining noise while driving. The noise has become significantly louder. There has been no noticeable issues with the shifting, however when taken to the dealer I was advised that the transmission needs to be r... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 25, 2024
Incident date: Nov 25, 2024
I have 2 recalls on my vehicle and every time I tried to schedule the service I was told that they couldn’t because the parts were on back order and they didn’t know when they could get them in. It’s been 2 years.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 25, 2024
Incident date: Nov 25, 2024
Cross member of frame bending, allowing A frame that its connected at to also bend.
SERVICE BRAKES
Nov 17, 2024
Incident date: Aug 29, 2024
The steering and braking systems on my vehicle malfunctioned after jumping my vehicle when the battery drained too far to start, or even power my cars baseline electrical systems. After jumping my car, I started backing out of my parking spot and when I turned the wheel it very violently jerked in ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 17, 2024
Incident date: Aug 29, 2024
Vehicle was being driven when all lights came on the dash and vehicle stopped running and came to a stop. Vehicle than engaged the emergency brake by itself. After shutting off the ignition, i was not able to turn the vehicle back on. Vehicle has 38460 miles. I had to have the vehicle towed directly... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 17, 2024
Incident date: Jul 6, 2023
cvt transmission slips and will not move the vehicle when it is hot or in stop and go traffic.
STRUCTURE:BODY
Apr 15, 2024
Incident date: Nov 28, 2023
Driver side door makes loud noise when opening and closing. Warning messages: car not in drive or park when in the correct gear; door open; and battery saver on in morning. Driver side power window not working properly. Took to dealer for service on 4/15/25. Was informed there is a door issue not re... Read more
STEERING
Apr 15, 2024
Incident date: Nov 28, 2023
Vehicle has about 8,120 miles on odometer. When going straight at 45 MPH for 1/4 mile, turning either right or left requires greater force to turn the steering wheel - it gets "stuck" in the straight position. This is referred to as the "sticky steering issue". It causes the driver to use more than... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 17, 2024
Incident date: Aug 28, 2023
2021 volkswagon Atlas, needed new oil pan after few months due to major oil leak. had to pay out of pocket for rental 1 week. Wipers came flying off on driver's side hitting side window scratching car. Dealership said nothing wrong (my dad tightened bolts they were loose) heater in back started maki... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
May 20, 2023
Incident date: May 8, 2023
On Easter 2023, my family and I were traveling when the check engine light came on. A warning indicated there may be an emissions problem. I contacted my local dealership the following morning and was told that there was a safety recall on seatbelts ( had no idea) and that I’d have to wait until ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 18, 2023
Incident date: Apr 17, 2023
When starting vehicle first thing my back up camera screen blinks fuzzy, then blue, then to black. After about 15 minutes the screen comes on. Have had it into dealer they cannot find a problem. So no back up camera available.when pulling out of garage.
SERVICE BRAKES
Mar 22, 2023
Incident date: Feb 25, 2023
I am wanting to file a complaint about the safety of my 2014 ford edge. My brakes are very hard to push and get stopped. Even after I am stopped and have my foot on the brake my car still wants to move. I have also experienced where the brake pedal goes to the floor and then the pressure has to buil... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 30, 2023
Incident date: Jan 17, 2023
Abs speed sensor not working causing the abs traction control and 4x4 not to work, also cruise control also won't work, truck spun out due to no abs and was stranded in winter condition not being able to use 4x4
Crash
STRUCTURE
Oct 3, 2022
Incident date: Sep 7, 2022
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado used for hauling a 2021 Grand Design Imagine travel trailer. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, he noticed that the front of the travel trailer had collapsed. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the travel ... Read more
TIRES
Aug 1, 2022
Incident date: Jun 17, 2022
On 6/17/2022 the cold pressures were set correctly for the 2021 Grand Design 2800BH travel trailer as they had been for a dozen or more prior trips. A TPMS was being used during travel to monitor pressures and temperatures. All 4 of the Westlake brand ST 225 / 75 R 15 tires with manufacturing date ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 8, 2022
Incident date: Jul 23, 2021
There has been a safety recall concerning the Winn-Tec regulator for the propane tank outstanding since last summer. I have been attempting to get this matter resolved with Grand Design since the recall came out. Grand Design has still failed to address this issue. The emails have tagged the reca... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jul 26, 2021
Incident date: Jul 12, 2021
Crossmember connecting the rear of the Hitch A-frame is starting to buckle inward. From the research done, this is the first step in the complete failure of the A-frame. We just recently purchased the 2021 RV from a private seller and noticed the slight bend in crossmember but didnt think anything... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jul 18, 2021
Incident date: Jul 15, 2021
We were driving and went through a dip in the road and the whole front end of the A- Frame bent/buckled. We have not had any problems with this in the past, but it is a brand new trailer and we are learning it has happened to a few others all Grand Design XLS series. We wonder if the steel used is n... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jul 18, 2021
Incident date: Jul 15, 2021
We were driving and went through a dip in the road and the whole front end of the A- Frame bent/buckled. We have not had any problems with this in the past, but it is a brand new trailer and we are learning it has happened to a few others all Grand Design XLS series. We wonder if the steel used is n... Read more
EQUIPMENT
Jul 13, 2021
Incident date: Jul 12, 2021
The contact owns a 2021 Grand Design Imagine. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V393000 (Equipment). The contact reached out to the local dealer and was informed that the earliest available appointment to service the recall would not be until October. The contact also att... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins — 2021 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 |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 1 |
TSB 22-004
Nov 21, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
A crack may occur in the existing skylight. As a result, there is a potential for water to intrude.
TSB21-001
Jun 9, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TPMS System was wired to an inactive line in the solar prep harness and therefore will not have a direct power supply.
GRAND DESIGN IMAGINE — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the GRAND DESIGN IMAGINE across all model years (2016–2023).
24
Total Recalls
104
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
1
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths