2022 GRAND DESIGN IMAGINE

3 recalls — 21 complaints — 2 TSBs

EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:LINES AND FITTINGS

Defect Description

Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2022 Imagine, Reflection, Momentum, Solitude, and Transcend travel trailers. The quick disconnect fittings in the LP gas system may be cracked, causing a gas leak.

Consequence

A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace quick disconnect as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 6, 2024. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910045. This recall supersedes Grand Design RV rec... Read more

30,435 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Grand Design RV, LLC

STRUCTURE:BODY

Defect Description

Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Momentum, Solitude, Imagine, Reflection, and Transcend travel trailers. The electric retractable awning has a welded seam on the fabric that may separate, potentially allowing the awning to drop beyond normal operation.

Consequence

An awning that drops or extends beyond normal operation can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the awning, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed by August 22, 2022. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910031.

8,150 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Grand Design RV, LLC

EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:LINES AND FITTINGS

Defect Description

Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2022 Grand Design Imagine, Reflection, Momentum, Solitude and Transcend travel trailers. The quick disconnect fittings in the LP gas system may be cracked, causing a gas leak.

Consequence

A gas leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the quick disconnect fittings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 30, 2022. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910029.

34,021 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Grand Design RV, LLC

Complaint Statistics

21 total complaints

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
ENGINE	5
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	2
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	2
STRUCTURE	2
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS:TANK VALVE/GAUGE	1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL	1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING	1
SUSPENSION	1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS	1
TRAILER HITCHES	1

Incident date: May 4, 2025

360 degree view and backup camera stutters/not available after starting vehicle. Occurred after recall software update that was supposed to address this.

Incident date: May 4, 2025

I bought this truck from my boss man and had it put in the shop to replace the head gasket but they ended up changing the valve cover the intake manifold gasket and putting plugs in it due to a smoking issue and skipping but after all the repairs were done it turns out that the valves are bad in the... Read more

Incident date: Jun 22, 2025

Invoice from mechanic states my water pump failed along with other engine components which led to a domino effect of system failures and leaks with potential to cause fire. Similar recalls have been issued for 2014 Audi Q5s

Incident date: Jun 22, 2025

While driving i had the frame ibeam break above rear passenger side shackle that holds the leaf spring and axel to frame. This was the actual ibeam/frame itself that broke about 2 inches above shackle weld. After further inspection we found an additional crack that started in the frame above the dri... Read more

Incident date: Mar 14, 2025

The brake system had a failure and the vehicle could not be slowed down. The brakes would come and go until I was able to stop. GM dealership diagnosed it with a failed master cylinder and the part is on national back order.

Incident date: Mar 14, 2025

At 101,841 miles, noticed ticking coming from the engine as it was idling. Acura of Limerick dealership diagnosed the issue coming from the bottom of the engine as a rod knock. They feel the problem is internal to the engine and suggest replacing the engine at my, I the owner's cost. After reviewing... Read more

Incident date: Mar 14, 2025

We have been having problems with our slide out for 2 years. The slide mechanism kept getting damaged/"chewed up" and kept needing to be replaced. We could not get the slide to go in or out on its own several times over the 2-year period. After 2 years of taking it for repeated repairs, a Lippert te... Read more

Incident date: Sep 23, 2023

The most glaring safety issue caused by below is the SUV will try to move forward on its own while stopped and the brakes pressed that can potentially cause a fender bender. Infiniti/Nissan 5.6L engines have a history of failed or failing viscous cooling fan clutches. This goes back over a decade ... Read more

Incident date: Sep 23, 2023

Incident date: Sep 1, 2023

Our 7 year old was sitting in her car seat when the seatbelt lost tension. Turns out the bolt, securing the belt, was never actually bolted in with the proper torque. The lock washer was as good as new, so if it was threaded at all it was certainly not enough to protect a family. As you can see... Read more

Incident date: Aug 15, 2023

The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear of the vehicle started to sway from side to side. The contact then became aware that the sway bar had fractured. The contact stated that her fiancé was able to tighten the bolts and th... Read more

Incident date: Aug 15, 2023

The safety chains are welded to the trailer frame in a place that causes the chains to become bound and are eating each other apart after only about 1000 miles on the road. Grand Design refuses to acknowledge their design flaw. I have to spend money to make this safe.

Incident date: Jun 20, 2023

As I started driving my Hyundai Elantra, the digital dash and infotainment screen went black and then I got a message that my Hyundai BlueLink Profile along with its settings had been reset. I did not initiate this reset. I never heard anything from the manufacturer about this incident either. This ... Read more

Incident date: Apr 12, 2023

My car and every other 2018 or older Tesla doesn't have an audible sound safety system when reversing or driving in low speeds. I work with a blind girl who can't hear me coming. This is dangerous.

Incident date: Apr 29, 2023

The rear trailing arm on the driver side of the vehicle broke away from the frame causing the wheel assembly to jam under the vehicle, bringing it to an abrupt stop. My daughter was driving the car at the time. The failure occurred while she was pulling into the entrance of the hospital where she w... Read more

Incident date: Oct 1, 2022

On 12/26 evening, I drove Model Y from Asheville NC to NJ. Around midnight time, the car was on I-81 in the middle lane at the speed of 70 miles/hour. And it was on Full Self Drive (FSD). There were virtually no traffic on I-81. On my right, there was a truck were merging to the lane on my right (n... Read more

Incident date: Oct 1, 2022

I have received mail from the manufacturer, Grand Design, stating my RV is subject to NHTSA Recall No. 22V-308. They provided details to indicate my RV may have a cracked fitting in it's propane gas distribution system. A physical inspection must be performed, and the fitting must be replaced if it ... Read more

Incident date: Oct 1, 2022

Both trailer hitch safety chains have been severed/cut where they attach to the trailer's safety chain mounting loop. This is due to contact with the tow vehicle's ball/hitch on tight turns. At the trailer dealer's advice, I contacted Grand Design's customer service to obtain a case# (181049) and gu... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins — 2022 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

350000 EQUIPMENT

Attic Vents and solar ports on affected units may prematurely crack allowing for water infiltration. TSB 23-003. Issued December 29th, 2023. PDF attached .

350000 EQUIPMENT

A crack may occur in the existing skylight. As a result, there is a potential for water to intrude.

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

GRAND DESIGN IMAGINE — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2024	0	5	View
2023	2	11	View
2022 (current)	3	21
2021	3	24	View
2020	2	18	View
2019	3	10	View
2018	4	11	View
2017	5	2	View
2016	2	2	View

Other GRAND DESIGN Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
GRAND DESIGN	0	0	View
LINEAGE	0	0	View
MOMENTUM	0	0	View
MOMENTUM 355TH	0	0	View
MOMENTUM 380TH	0	0	View
MOMENTUM 385TH	0	0	View
REFLECTION	0	0	View
REFLECTION 337RLS	0	0	View