Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2020 Grand Design Imagine
The 2020 Grand Design Imagine shows some reliability concerns primarily related to tires and suspension, with moderate reported issues in these areas. Recalls for cabinet door handles and LPG systems present minor safety and functionality concerns, but overall complaint data is limited for this model year. Routine pre-purchase checks are recommended.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2020 Grand Design Imagine has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 12 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #22V039000 Sharp Cabinet Handles May Cause Injury NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V393000 LP Gas Pressure Regulator May Fail NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Tires 7 complaints
- Suspension 3 complaints
- Structure 2 complaints
- Equipment 1 complaint
- Steering 1 complaint
- Unknown or Other 1 complaint
Known issues to inspect
suspension failure
How to check: Inspect suspension components for wear or damage.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Inspect tires
What to check: Look for uneven wear or damage.
Red flag: Severe tire wear or cracking.
- 02
Tow and maneuver
What to check: Assess handling and steering feel.
Red flag: Steering feels loose or unresponsive.
- 03
Park and run appliances
What to check: Test LPG appliances safely.
Red flag: Burners emit irregular flames.
- 04
Exterior inspection
What to check: Check cabinet handles for sharp edges.
Red flag: Cabinet handles feel sharp.
- 05
Full stop inspection
What to check: Check suspension for noises.
Red flag: Loud noises or clunks from suspension.
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Have the cabinet handles been replaced?
- Has the LPG regulator been inspected?
- Any known suspension problems?
- Have the tires been replaced recently?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Proof of recall repairs
- Maintenance records
- Tire service receipts
- Title and registration
- Warranty details
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2020 Grand Design Imagine at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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