Recall 16V355 covers 1,300 2016-2017 Grand Design Reflection and Imagine trailers for a propane-regulator leak. Repair is free at franchised Grand Design dealers.
Grand Design is recalling 1,300 2016-2017 Reflection and Imagine recreational trailers because the MB Sturgis LP regulator can leak propane into the indicator sight glass, causing the glass to degrade and crack. A cracked sight glass lets propane escape and raises the risk of a fire; Grand Design dealers will replace the regulator free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The LP regulator on 2016-2017 Grand Design Reflection and Imagine trailers is part of the propane system. It reduces propane pressure from the tank before gas moves to appliances, so the stove, furnace, water heater, and other propane equipment receive a controlled flow. On these trailers, the regulator kit includes a clear plastic LP level indicator mounted on top of the two-stage regulator.
The problem is in that clear plastic indicator and regulator assembly. Propane gas can enter the sight glass, which degrades the plastic and can make it crack or come loose. Grand Design had not received a formal root-cause report from the supplier, but the recalled parts are replaced with a different regulator style that does not use the top-mounted clear plastic indicator.
The warning sign is the strong odor added to LP gas. If you smell propane near the regulator, trailer, or LP compartment, treat it as a leak and keep ignition sources away.
Who's affected?
Covers Reflection and Imagine trailers from the 2016 and 2017 model years, all tied to the same LP gas lines and fittings.
| 2017 Grand Design Reflection | Lines and fittings |
|---|---|
| 2016 Grand Design Imagine | Lines and fittings |
| 2016 Grand Design Reflection | Lines and fittings |
| 2017 Grand Design Imagine | Lines and fittings |
| Units affected | 1,300 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 5 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the indicator sight glass cracks, propane gas can leak and increase the risk of a fire. A strong LP gas odor is the warning sign. If you smell it, stop using propane, keep ignition sources away, and schedule the repair before using the system again. Repair is free at any franchised Grand Design dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2017 Grand Design Reflection or Imagine trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Grand Design dealer to schedule the free LP regulator kit replacement that addresses the regulator sight glass cracking and propane leak risk.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 16V355 when you call.
- Avoid using the LP system until the regulator kit is replaced if the regulator sight glass is cracked or leaking.
- Call Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679 with questions about scheduling or dealer availability.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Grand Design technician replaces the LP regulator kit covered by recall 16V355. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. This repair addresses the MB Sturgis LP regulator that can leak propane into the regulator sight glass and crack it. Owners who already paid to have the LP regulator repaired or replaced are offered a full refund. Keep your receipts or repair documentation and contact Grand Design customer service to start the reimbursement claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 25, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 6, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 13, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| June 13, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| June 15, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V355?
Recall 16V355 covers 1,300 2016-2017 Grand Design Reflection and Imagine trailers with an MB Sturgis LP regulator issue. Propane gas can enter the regulator sight glass, degrade it, and lead to cracks that let propane escape, increasing fire risk.
What should I do if my 2016-2017 Grand Design Reflection or Imagine is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 16V355. If it is, contact a franchised Grand Design dealer to schedule the LP regulator kit replacement. Reference recall number 16V355 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Grand Design dealers will replace the LP regulator kit free of charge. Grand Design identifies this recall as 910006.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is a propane leak near the LP regulator. If the regulator sight glass cracks, propane gas can leak out and increase the risk of a fire. Have the LP regulator kit replaced before relying on the affected propane system.
What if I bought my Grand Design trailer used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the trailer, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Reflection or Imagine is included, then contact a franchised Grand Design dealer and reference recall 16V355.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V355000 |
|---|---|
| Grand Design customer service | 1-574-825-9679 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V355 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V355000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →