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Rolls-Royce Ghost problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Ghost from 2010 to 2023: 1 owner complaints and 14 recalls across 9 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2011 (1). Best fuel economy: 15 mpg combined (2015).

Rolls-Royce Ghost
Photo: Calreyn88 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Engine & cooling1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
20103015
20112115
20122015
20151015
20171014
20181014
20212014
20221014
20231014

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Rolls-Royce Ghost?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2011 (1).

How many recalls has the Rolls-Royce Ghost had?

Across 2010–2023, NHTSA lists 14 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).