2023 GRAND DESIGN IMAGINE

2 recalls — 11 complaints — 1 TSBs

23V151000 Mar 7, 2023
TIRES:MARKINGS
Defect Description
Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2023 Imagine AIM travel trailers. The Federal Certification Label incorrectly states the tire size and inflation pressure requirement. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numb... Read more
Consequence
Incorrect tire size and inflation requirements may cause premature tread wear or a tire blow out, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new corrected label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2023. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910033.
139 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Grand Design RV, LLC
22V603000 Aug 9, 2022
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

Complaint Statistics

11 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:CARRIER/RACK1
STRUCTURE:BODY1
SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE1
SERVICE BRAKES1
STRUCTURE1
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM1
UNKNOWN OR OTHER1
ENGINE1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING1
ENGINE Mar 14, 2026
Incident date: Mar 13, 2026
My 2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (3.6L eTorque, automatic transmission) has had recurring drivetrain instability since about 2,000 miles while under factory warranty. It intermittently has high RPM flare during acceleration, delayed shifting, shuddering under load, and abrupt engagement. At low speeds ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Mar 14, 2026
Incident date: Mar 13, 2026
My 2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (3.6L eTorque, automatic transmission) has had recurring drivetrain instability since about 2,000 miles while under factory warranty. It intermittently has high RPM flare during acceleration, delayed shifting, shuddering under load, and abrupt engagement. At low speeds ... Read more
STRUCTURE Dec 28, 2024
Incident date: Dec 22, 2024
Upon inspection of the frame based on other complaints of frame cracking, I found approximate 2" cracks in the steel I beam frame rail above the leaf spring hangers. I read that this is indicative of frame flex and compromised or wrong steel thickness of the I beam. Im currently working with the m... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Dec 28, 2024
Incident date: Dec 22, 2024
Every week the vehicle is saying add 1 quart of oil to continue driving
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Dec 28, 2024
Incident date: Dec 22, 2024
Every week the vehicle is saying add 1 quart of oil to continue driving
SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE Jun 26, 2024
Incident date: Jun 3, 2024
Bent axle that caused tire to bent. There was no accident because unit was delivered to the service before fitting separated. In this case there was a recall of grand design reflection and momentum NHTSA Recall No. 23V-455 but not imagine. No warning signs were displayed. The issue was noticed at t... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 26, 2024
Incident date: Jun 3, 2024
When you drive this truck for extended periods of time the entire instrument cluster shuts off loosing blinkers lights and any indication of speed, among that if you're towing a trailer the trailer lights shut off, ford has tried fixing it under warranty to no avail, now the truck is out of warranty... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Jun 26, 2024
Incident date: Jun 3, 2024
When you drive this truck for extended periods of time the entire instrument cluster shuts off loosing blinkers lights and any indication of speed, among that if you're towing a trailer the trailer lights shut off, ford has tried fixing it under warranty to no avail, now the truck is out of warranty... Read more
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:CARRIER/RACK Jul 10, 2023
Incident date: Jul 7, 2023
Spare tire under the trailer will lower when going down a rough highway. This causes the spare tire come in contact with the pavement resulting in the spare tire coming loose and breaking loose from the trailer. This happen to me and there are also a blog talking about others have had a similar iss... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Jul 10, 2023
Incident date: Jul 7, 2023
The inside wheel boot fills with water and boot liner gets moldy causing breathing issues. It is apparently a known issue and Ford has no resolution. I also have a driver's side window that has issues since the day I bought and all the Ford dealership quick fixes has not resolved the issue. They ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 10, 2023
Incident date: Jul 7, 2023
Child locks constantly click, car can be on or off. Dash displays child lock failure.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2023 GRAND DESIGN IMAGINE

1 manufacturer communications from 1 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT1
December TSB 3 Jan 8, 2024
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 .

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 (current) 2 11
2022 3 21 View
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

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REFLECTION 337RLS 0 0 View