Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2021 Grand Design Imagine
NHTSA data on file today
The 2021 Grand Design Imagine has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 18 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 #21V636000 Incorrect Inner Bearing On Axle NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V393000 LP Gas Pressure Regulator May Fail NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Structure 7 complaints
- Suspension 6 complaints
- Unknown or Other 5 complaints
- Tires 4 complaints
- Wheels 2 complaints
- Equipment 1 complaint
Of the 18 complaints on file, 1 reports a fire (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $3,000–$5,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2021 Grand Design Imagine exhibits an average reliability profile with recalls concerning structure, power train, and LPG systems. Additionally, owner complaints pertaining to structure, suspension, and tires indicate moderate concerns. While not overly problematic, these issues warrant attention.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 20,000–40,000 miles | $100–$300 | common |
| Suspension | 30,000–50,000 miles | $200–$600 | common |
| LP Gas Regulator | 15,000–30,000 miles | $100–$250 | occasional |
| Tires | 20,000–35,000 miles | $400–$800 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Annual LP system check
- Tire rotation every 10,000 miles
- Brake inspection biannually
- Regular suspension lubrication
- Cabinet door adjustments
- Seal and roof inspection
- Appliance systems check
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unusual tire wear patterns
- Drifting or traction loss
- Gas odor near appliances
- Sudden appliance flame height
- Cabinet door sharp edges
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2021 Grand Design Imagine at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.