2022 Grand Design Imagine

Timeline of Structural Failures June 11, 2026 — During tire replacement (approx. 6,000 towing miles), a crack at the driver‑side front spring hanger was discovered and photographed. June 15, 2026 — A bent A‑frame brace behind the battery tray was observed during travel, indicating front‑frame deformation. July 2, 2026 — Coroplast underbelly separation occurred; many fasteners were loose or missing. Temporary duct‑tape repairs were made while traveling. July 4, 2026 — Two of four battery‑tray welds failed. Battery assembly was held only by one weld, the propane line, and anti‑theft straps. Two batteries remained mounted. Photos documented the failure. Structural Issues Identified Cracked frame at spring hanger Bent A‑frame brace Missing underbelly fasteners Coroplast separation Failed battery‑tray welds Evidence of frame movement affecting suspension and front‑frame components Safety Concerns Battery Retention Risk Possible battery detachment at highway speeds Hazard to following vehicles and roadway safety Propane System Risk Battery tray partially supported by propane line Potential for leaks, fire, or explosion Overall Structural Integrity Rapid progression of failures suggests a systemic structural issue, not isolated defects Summary Trailer has ~6,000 towing miles. Multiple failures occurred between June 11 and July 4, 2026. Issues were found during routine inspections and travel, not caused by collision or misuse. Conditions warrant a comprehensive engineering review of the frame and related structural components.

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.

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 the opposing slide at the rear of the unit as well as mold, something we only recently discovered as we do not access that area often.