2021 GRAND DESIGN IMAGINE
3 recalls, 27 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
27 total complaints
1 crashes
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| STEERING | 3 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 2 |
| SUSPENSION | 2 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 2 |
| WHEELS | 2 |
| ENGINE | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| TIRES | 1 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 9, 2026
Incident date: Sep 2, 2026
Component failure : Left rear tire showed signs of wear. Replaced the tire and upon reinstalling checked the hubs and brakes. All good. Noticed a little deflection in the front of the left rear shackle. It was obscured by foam and underbelly material. Upon peeling it back, it was noticed that ... Read more
WHEELS
Sep 9, 2026
Incident date: Sep 2, 2026
Component failure : Left rear tire showed signs of wear. Replaced the tire and upon reinstalling checked the hubs and brakes. All good. Noticed a little deflection in the front of the left rear shackle. It was obscured by foam and underbelly material. Upon peeling it back, it was noticed that ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Sep 9, 2026
Incident date: Sep 2, 2026
Component failure : Left rear tire showed signs of wear. Replaced the tire and upon reinstalling checked the hubs and brakes. All good. Noticed a little deflection in the front of the left rear shackle. It was obscured by foam and underbelly material. Upon peeling it back, it was noticed that ... Read more
ENGINE
Aug 13, 2025
Incident date: Jul 31, 2025
The contact owns a 2021 BMW X3. The contact stated that while reversing, the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle had decelerated and was jerking abnormally. There was an abnormal flickering sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an ... Read more
WHEELS
Jan 1, 2025
Incident date: Aug 3, 2024
I brought my car in to the local dealer in Olympia WA for a routine oil change and inquired about a wobble when driving on the freeway. I was told that my 5 year tires (purchased less than 1 year ago$800 full set) needed replaced on the drivers side ($224) and that my car maybe out of alignment ($1... Read more
STEERING
Jan 1, 2025
Incident date: Aug 3, 2024
I brought my car in to the local dealer in Olympia WA for a routine oil change and inquired about a wobble when driving on the freeway. I was told that my 5 year tires (purchased less than 1 year ago$800 full set) needed replaced on the drivers side ($224) and that my car maybe out of alignment ($1... 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
SERVICE BRAKES
Nov 25, 2024
Incident date: Nov 25, 2024
The contact owns a 2023 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the transmission shifter failed to shift from park. The contact stated that the "Braking System", Brake Pad Monitor, and Traction Control messages were displayed. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer. The cau... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Nov 25, 2024
Incident date: Nov 25, 2024
The contact owns a 2023 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the transmission shifter failed to shift from park. The contact stated that the "Braking System", Brake Pad Monitor, and Traction Control messages were displayed. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer. The cau... 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
STEERING
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
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
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Aug 17, 2024
Incident date: Jul 6, 2023
While driving this vehicle, the steering would take control and pull me to another lane at times. While turning or merging into another lane, it would auto correct and steer me into the lane I’m not steering into causing me from losing control of which direction I’m going into. A hard pull of th... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Apr 15, 2024
Incident date: Nov 28, 2023
This feature is only able to be turned off by going through 3 or 4 submenus in settings. This is extremely distracting while driving at highway speeds and poses a safety risk. This change does not persist every time you restart the car like other safety features such as lane keep assist. This leads ... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 15, 2024
Incident date: Nov 28, 2023
Engine made a clicking sound, I complained about it for nearly 10 months to dealership and other mechanics until I forced a mechanic to drive around with me. They first found metal shavings in my oil pan, found that rod bearings 2/6 are fully scorched and it now needs a new engine. Engine stopped t... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 17, 2024
Incident date: Aug 28, 2023
While spouse was traveling using the 15.5 screen with navigation system engaged, the entire screen went black. The touch screen controls many items including the A/C system, navigation, hands free phone and other safety items.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
May 20, 2023
Incident date: May 8, 2023
After topping off my fuel tank at a gas station, fuel begins to leak from the top of the tank. Prior to noticing the leak, I had noticed a strong smell of gas after topping off and driving home. Symptoms include smell of gasoline, and a gasoline puddle on the ground. The fuel appears to be leaking f... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Apr 18, 2023
Incident date: Apr 17, 2023
Purchased my 2020 Outback only about two months ago. Just this last week two separate cracks started from the edge of the window on the left and lower sides. Cracks appeared out of nowhere while parked with no contact from rocks or other debris. Over the course of the last few days has spread so muc... Read more
STEERING
Mar 22, 2023
Incident date: Feb 25, 2023
When traveling on the highway at about 60-65 mph and hit a bump. The front end started to shake violently. I believe this is know as the F250 death wobble. I was able to slow down and it stopped, but almost went into the Jersey barrier. I went to the Ford dealer I bought the truck from and th... 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, 2027).
26
Total Recalls
111
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
3
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
GRAND DESIGN IMAGINE - Year by Year
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