Pass-Thru baggage doors warped - 2020 2970RL

[acaton20]

Has there been any issues with the pass thru baggage doors warping? Both of mine are warped and cupped (bulging out from the center). I've reached out to General RV and they have submitted a warranty claim for replacements, but I'm concerned there is a manufacturing issue and I'll just get another set that will do the same thing a year from now. Any idea what is causing this issue? I have a 2020 model, but its really like a late 2019 (4/19 manufactured date) with the thinner baggage doors and regular thumb turn latches. I've noticed on the 'real 2020' models, GD had gone to a thicker baggage door with slam latches. Frustrating to be that one model year behind that misses out on the better quality.

[howson]

Has there been any issues with the pass thru baggage doors warping? Both of mine are warped and cupped (bulging out from the center). I've reached out to General RV and they have submitted a warranty claim for replacements, but I'm concerned there is a manufacturing issue and I'll just get another set that will do the same thing a year from now. Any idea what is causing this issue? I have a 2020 model, but its really like a late 2019 (4/19 manufactured date) with the thinner baggage doors and regular thumb turn latches. I've noticed on the 'real 2020' models, GD had gone to a thicker baggage door with slam latches. Frustrating to be that one model year behind that misses out on the better quality.

GDRV-Megan -- can you address this new owner's question, please?

Acaton--welcome to Grand Design's Technical Forum! Megan will be along soon with a response, though she may need some time to reach out to Imagine factory personnel.

-Howard

[ckreef]

On my 2020 2600rb (slam latches) one of the pass through doors has a slight warp. Cup shaped, warping outward on both sides from the latch. Looks like a really easy part to replace (just a few screws to swap out). I was going to wait until about 10 months into the warranty to see how they both looked before submitting a claim.

Once submitted I'll just need the new parts. Wouldn't want to leave at a dealer for such an easy swap.

[GDRV-Megan]

Has there been any issues with the pass thru baggage doors warping? Both of mine are warped and cupped (bulging out from the center). I've reached out to General RV and they have submitted a warranty claim for replacements, but I'm concerned there is a manufacturing issue and I'll just get another set that will do the same thing a year from now. Any idea what is causing this issue? I have a 2020 model, but its really like a late 2019 (4/19 manufactured date) with the thinner baggage doors and regular thumb turn latches. I've noticed on the 'real 2020' models, GD had gone to a thicker baggage door with slam latches. Frustrating to be that one model year behind that misses out on the better quality.

There is no manufacturing issue that GDRV is aware of.

[Dannynoonan]

Definitely an issue with the baggage doors. I have a 2020 3000 QB with the slam latch doors and these have warped. Grand Design will not stand behind the product either. Apparently doors are only covered for a year after purchase and not considered structural. Good customer service 👎

[BobinICT]

I had one also warped. Discovered it when we pulled into a rest stop after driving through a heavy rain. Water alarm was going off that I had under all the plumbing. Put some HVAC tape over the front and bottom seam so we could keep rolling, after drying out the pass through. I ended up supporting the center with a knee and applied pressure to the lower corners. Bent it back into shape. Have a few thousand miles sine that tweak. No problems since. Worth a try. Just take your time.

[Country Campers]

Definitely an issue with the baggage doors. I have a 2020 3000 QB with the slam latch doors and these have warped. Grand Design will not stand behind the product either. Apparently doors are only covered for a year after purchase and not considered structural. Good customer service 👎

Have you contacted Lippert, they make the doors, and see if they will help you.

Brian

[Dannynoonan]

There is no manufacturing issue that GDRV is aware of.

🤔 seems like there is an issue

[TucsonJim]

🤔 seems like there is an issue

That response is from over two years ago. The response may be different today. Have you contacted Lippert as Country Campers suggested? Phone number is 574-825-9679.

[OHAPP]

I have a 2020 21G and all the exterior compartment doors are cupping from center out. There is no evidence of sealant being installed around metal trim. Wondering if I can flatten out without damaging the exterior coating? Thoughts?