2018 Grand Design Imagine recalls and problems

The 2018 Grand Design Imagine has 4 safety recalls and 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Grand Design dealer.

Recalls
4
Complaints
8
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2018 Grand Design Imagine vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2018 Grand Design Imagine recalls

Recall 21V-393: Equipment

Reported May 26, 2021 · 55,508 vehicles affected · Grand Design RV, LLC

Problem: 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.

Risk: Excessive gas pressure and a larger than intended appliance flame can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: 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.

Recall 17V-789: Equipment

Reported Dec 8, 2017 · 3,969 vehicles affected · Grand Design RV, LLC

Problem: Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Reflection and Imagine travel trailers equipped with a Smart-Jack model power tongue jack. The laminated plastic touch pad on the jack may crack or separate allowing water to enter, potentially causing the jack to operate unintentionally.

Risk: If the tongue jack retracts or extends unexpectedly, there could be an increased risk of a crash or injury.

Fix: Grand Design will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power tongue jack, free of charge. The recall began on December 29, 2017. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 900012.

Recall 17V-620: Electrical System

Reported Oct 4, 2017 · 3,621 vehicles affected · Grand Design RV, LLC

Problem: Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Imagine recreational trailers. The wires at the air conditioning unit may detach from the connector and the loose wires may short circuit.

Risk: A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Grand Design has notified owners, and dealers will change the existing wire connectors for the air conditioning unit to positive retention wire connectors, free of charge. The recall began on October 23, 2017. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910010.

Recall 17V-271: Equipment

Reported Apr 25, 2017 · 1,662 vehicles affected · Grand Design RV, LLC

Problem: Grand Design RV, LLC (Grand Design) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Imagine travel trailers. The screws that secure the slide room mechanism columns may shear, allowing the slide room to extend while the trailer is being towed.

Risk: If the slide room opens during transit there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Fix: Grand Design will notify owners, and dealers will replace the slide mechanism column securing screws, free of charge. The recall began on May 15, 2017. Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910009.

2018 Grand Design Imagine problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Suspension4
Equipment2
Service Brakes1
Wheels1
Tires1
Unknown or Other1
Structure1

Most reported parts

  • Equipment › Recreational Vehicle/Trailer — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 5,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2018 Grand Design Imagine complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Unknown or Other · reported Jul 24, 2025
I have stress/ flex cracks on both passenger and drivers side I beams near the suspension parts.07/2024. This is the first report, I have not contacted the manufacturer.
Equipment · reported Aug 12, 2021
The contact owns a 2018 Grand design Imagine. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V393000 (Equipment) however, the dealer informed the contact that the part for the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Suspension · reported Oct 28, 2019
The contact owns a 2018 grand design imagine trailer. The contact stated that due to the leaf spring flattening out, the tires were rubbing against the bottom of the trailer. The contact stated that the failure should not occur because the trailer was not overloaded. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the failure. No further assistance was offered. The vehicle was not repaired.
Suspension · at 5,000 miles · reported Sep 23, 2019
The contact owns a 2018 grand design imagine 2600 rv. After traveling approximately 5,000 miles, the contact discovered that both of the vehicle's axles had lost their cambers. There were no warning indicators for the axle malfunction. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and agreed to cover the cost to replace both the axle and spring sets. The vehicle was repaired by an independent mechanic and the cost was covered by the manufacturer. After the vehicle was repaired, the contact traveled another 6,000 miles and noticed that the rear driver's side tire began to wear significantly and…
Tires · at 12,000 miles · reported Sep 23, 2019
The contact owns a 2018 grand design imagine travel trailer equipped with lionshead westlake tires, size: sp225/75/r15 (Na). While driving 64 MPH, the front passenger side tire blew out without warning. The failure damaged the marker lights on the side of the trailer as well as the passenger side fender. Also, the wiring harness for the electric slide was ripped apart due to the sudden tire failure. The contact was able to move the trailer to a parking lot and called a roadside tire service to have the tire replaced. The contact filed complaints with various agencies, including the…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Grand Design Imagine have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2018 Grand Design Imagine: 21V-393 (equipment), 17V-789 (equipment), 17V-620 (electrical system), 17V-271 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Grand Design Imagine?

Owners report suspension problems most often (4 reports), followed by equipment (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 5,000 miles.

Are Grand Design recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Grand Design dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.