Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2016 Grand Design Imagine
The 2016 Grand Design Imagine has potential issues with the LPG system, including possible failures in the LP regulator and gas leaks in lines and fittings. No major problems have been reported under other categories, indicating a generally stable vehicle outside of these LPG concerns.
Known issues to inspect
LP regulator failure
How to check: Inspect if the LP regulator is original and untested.
Propane gas leak
How to check: Check for any unusual gas odors or sight glass damage.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Look for any LPG warning signs or smells.
Red flag: Strong propane odor.
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the LP regulator been replaced?
- Are there any known gas leaks?
- Have there been any LPG system repairs?
- Has the unit passed recent gas inspections?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- LPG system inspection reports
- Recent maintenance records
- Recall repair documentation
Generated by gpt-4o on 6/7/2026. Grounded in the NHTSA recall corpus and owner-complaint patterns for the 2016 Grand Design Imagine.