Recall 18V823 affects 119 2019 Grand Design Imagine trailers for under-greased hub bearings that overheat and fail. Repair is free at franchised Grand Design dealers.
Grand Design is recalling 119 2019 Imagine recreational trailers because the inner hub bearings on certain trailer axles were not sufficiently greased. Overheated bearings can cause hub failure, affect handling, and increase crash risk; the dealer repair is free.
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What's wrong?
The axle hub on a 2019 Grand Design Imagine trailer holds the wheel bearings that let each wheel spin smoothly around the axle. Those bearings need enough grease to reduce friction and carry heat away as the trailer rolls. When the hub is properly lubricated, the wheel can turn without grinding the bearing surfaces.
On affected Imagine trailers, the inner hub bearings on certain Dexter trailer axles did not receive enough grease during axle production. Dexter traced the issue to a production equipment malfunction. With too little grease, friction builds inside the hub, the bearing overheats, and the bearing can fail while the trailer is being towed.
The warning sign is visible heat damage at the wheel end. Affected hubs or wheels can begin to smoke while the trailer is in transit, which means the wheel-end assembly needs immediate attention before the trailer keeps moving.
Who's affected?
| 2019 Grand Design Imagine | rear suspension |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 119 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2019 Grand Design Imagine trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
Overheated bearings can make the hub fail, affect handling, and increase the risk of a crash. Affected hubs or wheels can smoke while the trailer is moving. If you see smoke or feel handling change, pull over safely and call the dealer before towing farther. Repair is free at any franchised Grand Design dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Grand Design Imagine is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Grand Design dealer to schedule the free hub and bearing inspection and repair that corrects under-greased inner hub bearings.
- Bring the recall notice if Grand Design mailed one. If not, reference recall number 18V823 when you call.
- Ask the dealer whether the trailer is safe to tow before the repair, since overheated bearings can damage the hub and affect handling.
- Call Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679 with questions, and mention Grand Design recall 910018.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Grand Design technician inspects the trailer hubs and bearings, then repairs the hub and bearing assemblies that need work. Parts and labor are free under the recall. If you already paid for this service, Grand Design says you will be reimbursed immediately. Bring your repair invoice or payment record to the service desk so the dealer can connect the prior work to recall 18V823.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 20, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 12, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 19, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| December 19, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 21, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V823?
Recall 18V823 covers 119 2019 Grand Design Imagine recreational trailers built with D28H, D35, D40, or D44 trailer axles. The inner hub bearings were not greased enough, which can let the bearings overheat and fail. Grand Design dealers inspect and repair the hubs and bearings for free.
What should I do if my 2019 Grand Design Imagine is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 18V823. If it is, contact a franchised Grand Design dealer to schedule the hub and bearing inspection and repair. Reference recall number 18V823 or Grand Design recall number 910018 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Grand Design dealers inspect and repair the hubs and bearings, as needed, free of charge for trailers included in recall 18V823.
What is the safety risk for this Grand Design Imagine recall?
The safety risk is bearing overheating that can lead to hub failure. In recall 18V823, Grand Design reports that hub failure can affect trailer handling and increase crash risk. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free dealer inspection before your next trip.
What if I bought my Grand Design Imagine used?
The free recall repair follows the trailer, not the first owner. If you bought your 2019 Grand Design Imagine used and never received a notice, check your VIN to confirm whether recall 18V823 applies, then call a Grand Design dealer for the free inspection and repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V823000 |
|---|---|
| Grand Design customer service | 1-574-825-9679 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V823 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V823000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →