*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.
Unknown or other
Structural Frame Cracks, risk of structural frame separation from the body at highway speeds. RV Frame cracks, horizontal, above suspension frame hangers.
Mar 9, 2026Structure
Timeline of Structural Failures June 11, 2026 â During tire replacement (approx. 6,000 towing miles), a crack at the driverâside front spring hanger was discovered and photographed. June 15, 2026 â A bent Aâframe brace behind the battery tray was observed during travel, indicating frontâframe deformation. July 2, 2026 â Coroplast underbelly separation occurred; many fasteners were loose or missing. Temporary ductâtape repairs were made while traveling. July 4, 2026 â Two of four batteryâtray welds failed. Battery assembly was held only by one weld, the propane line, and antiâtheft straps. Two batteries remained mounted. Photos documented the failure. Structural Issues…
Jun 11, 2026Unknown or other
Cracks in I-beams Cargo doors opening during transport Roof membrane structural issues Unit Information Date of Manufacture: 3/30/2022 Retail Sold Date: 7/11/2022
May 4, 2025Suspension
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 driver side rear shackle as well. If it broke it would have meant complete loss of axel. Luckily the leaf spring on passenger side with shackle and frame pined against bottom of frame.
Jun 22, 2025Suspension
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 tech came to the shop to inspect it. Per Lippert, the manufacturer of the chassis, "Inspection of chassis found cracks in mains at crossmember near center hanger. Hangers start to roll in one direction. Front header bent." We were told verbally by Lippert that there are, "Cracks in iBeams and unit is deflecting - rear of unit sagging - causing issues with slide." We now also have water damage in…
Mar 14, 2025Electrical system
The contact owns a 2022 Grand Design Imagine. The contact stated that while having the RV serviced, the contact was informed that the wires to the front axle brake on the trailer was never connected. No warning light was illuminated. The RV had been diagnosed. The RV was repaired by an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 4,000. The VIN was not available.
Sep 23, 2023 · 4,000 milesUnknown or other
Trailer came from manufacturer with under rated axles which caused the axles to bend and wear the tires down to steel belts. This trailer weighs 6395 lbs. with only (2) 3000 lb. axles under it. Grand Design won't warranty anything and the axle manufacturer, Lipper Components, won't warranty anything either.
Sep 1, 2023Unknown or other
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.
Aug 15, 2023
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