Over 2 million UK vehicles have outstanding manufacturer recalls

UK Vehicle Recall Check

Rolls-Royce Recall Check: DVSA + SMMT Combined

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is the BMW Group's pinnacle luxury brand, hand-built at the Home of Rolls-Royce in Goodwood. Enter any UK registration to see whether an outstanding manufacturer recall is on file for your Phantom, Ghost, Wraith, Dawn, Cullinan or Spectre.

  • · Just enter the UK number plate — no VIN, no account needed
  • · Official DVSA + SMMT data, combined for maximum coverage
  • · Recall description included where available
  • · £1.99 per check · No subscription · Results in seconds

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What our Rolls-Royce recall check covers

Our combined check pulls the DVSA recall database, the SMMT manufacturer feed and the DVLA recall archive going back to 1992, so where a recall exists you get the live outstanding status, the recall description and every past campaign for the same model in one place.

DVSA database

The UK government's official recall register. Confirms whether a recall is outstanding for the vehicle.

SMMT manufacturer feed

Industry data from vehicle manufacturers. Typically includes the recall description, not just a flag.

DVLA recall archive

Every UK recall campaign issued since 1992. Surfaces the historical campaigns for the same make and model alongside the live status.

Search the full DVLA recall archive →

Why check a Rolls-Royce for recalls?

Rolls-Royce shares engines and many electronic platforms with parent brand BMW, and a number of Rolls-Royce safety recalls have mirrored or followed on from BMW Group campaigns — including airbag-inflator programmes, fuel-system items and selected electrical campaigns. The Spectre, the brand's first fully-electric model, has also been subject to early-production software updates. Rolls-Royce repairs every safety recall free of charge — and even though owners typically have a very close relationship with their Dealer, a quick check confirms nothing is outstanding for your specific VIN.

Rolls-Royce recall check by model

Looking for the recall history of a specific Rolls-Royce? Each model page covers known UK safety campaigns, generation coverage and model-specific FAQs. The combined DVSA + SMMT check is the same on every page.

Top Rolls-Royce models we cover

Recall data is available for every UK-registered Rolls-Royce, including the Phantom, Ghost, Wraith, Dawn, Cullinan, Spectre and Silver Seraph. Enter any UK registration above to check.

Notable Rolls-Royce recalls

A non-exhaustive editorial summary of recent UK safety campaigns. Run a check to see whether any of these apply to a specific vehicle.

  1. 2022 · Ghost, Cullinan

    Selected fuel-system and electrical campaigns on Ghost and Cullinan models (some shared with the wider BMW Group), addressed via a free dealer workshop visit.

  2. 2020 · Phantom, Wraith, Dawn, Ghost, Cullinan

    Ongoing Takata airbag inflator replacement programme covering selected older Rolls-Royce model years across the UK fleet.

  3. 2019 · Cullinan

    Early Cullinan SUV campaigns covering selected suspension and electrical items, addressed via a free dealer fix.

Rolls-Royce recall history from the DVLA archive

The full list of DVLA-recorded Rolls-Royce safety recalls. Showing the most recent 20 of the archive — run a check on a specific registration to see whether any recall is outstanding for that vehicle.

DateModelConcern
Mar 2026BLACK BADGE CULLINANRR31 Rear Seat Belt Bolt Connection Check
Mar 2026CULLINANRR31 Rear Seat Belt Bolt Connection Check
Nov 2024CULLINANLow Pressure Fuel Line Connection
Sept 2024SPECTREIntegrated Brake Module
Mar 2024SPECTREIntegrated Brake Module
Jan 2024SPECTREOn affected vehicles the ground connection cable between the front electric motor and the vehicle chassis may contain adhesive residue on the cable connector eyelet at the end of the cable which attaches to the electric motor.
Oct 2023GHOSTAffected vehicles manufactured with instrument single layer tempered glass may in certain conditions break.
Oct 2023GHOST BLACK BADGESAffected vehicles manufactured with instrument single layer tempered glass may in certain conditions break.
Oct 2023GHOST EXTENDEDAffected vehicles manufactured with instrument single layer tempered glass may in certain conditions break.
Aug 2022GHOST EXTENDED WHEELBASEEMERGENCY CALL (eCall) FUNCTION IS NOT AVAILABLE
Aug 2022GHOSTEMERGENCY CALL (eCall) FUNCTION IS NOT AVAILABLE
Apr 2022GHOSTTHE FUEL TANK FEED LINE CONNECTION MAY NOT BE FITTED CORRECTLY
Apr 2022CULLINANTHE FUEL TANK FEED LINE CONNECTION MAY NOT BE FITTED CORRECTLY
Mar 2019CULLINANTHE PLUG CONNECTOR PINS ATTACHMENT BETWEEN FRONT SEAT SAFETY BELTS AND THE ACSM CONTROL MODULE WAS REVERSED
Mar 2019GHOSTTHE AUXILLIARY WATER PUMP'S ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT BOARD CAN LEAD TO SHORT CIRCUIT
Feb 2018GHOSTHEAD AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY CORRECTLY
Jan 2017DAWNFRONT MOUNTED SIDE AIRBAG MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY IN A COLLISION
Nov 2016GHOSTFRONT AIRBAGS AND BELT TENSIONERS MAY NOT BE TRIGGERED IN A COLLISON
Jan 2016PHANTOMSIDE CURTAIN AIRBAGS MAY NOT DEPLOY CORRECTLY
Apr 2012GHOSTSHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR

See all Rolls-Royce recalls in the archive →

What you get

Every Rolls-Royce check returns the same structured response. Below are two examples. One with a recall outstanding, and one with a clear record.

Action required

Outstanding recall on this vehicle

1 recall found. Contact the manufacturer or a main dealer to arrange a free repair.

Vehicle

AB21ABC

Rolls-Royce Phantom

VIN ABCDE123456F78910

Recall details

  • AIRBAG REPLACEMENT

Checked 17/05/2026, 10:00:00 (source: SMMT)

No recall outstanding

No outstanding recalls for this vehicle

Both the DVSA and SMMT databases were checked. Nothing currently outstanding for this VRM.

Vehicle

CD22XYZ

Rolls-Royce Phantom

VIN ZYXWV987654U32109

Checked 17/05/2026, 10:00:00 (source: SMMT)

How it works

  1. 1

    Enter your VRM

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  2. 2

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Frequently asked questions

How does the RecallClear Rolls-Royce recall check work?+

Enter the vehicle's registration mark (VRM) and pay £1.99. We query the DVSA recall database and the SMMT manufacturer feed in a single request and return the combined result. For most Rolls-Royce vehicles you'll see whether a recall is outstanding, the source database, and (where available) a description of the recall.

What is the difference between DVSA and SMMT recall data?+

DVSA (the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) maintains the UK government's official recall register and flags whether a recall is outstanding. SMMT (the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders) aggregates manufacturer-supplied data which often includes the recall description as well as the outstanding flag. Combining both maximises coverage and detail.

How recent is the recall data?+

Both DVSA and SMMT data sources are continually updated as manufacturers report new safety campaigns. Each check returns a timestamp showing when the data was last verified for that vehicle.

What happens if the recall status is "Unknown"?+

Some vehicles aren't currently listed in either database (very new registrations, very old vehicles, grey imports, and certain commercial variants are the usual reasons). When that happens we'll show "Unknown" and direct you to the manufacturer's recall portal so you can confirm directly. A refund is available if you'd like one.

What should I do if a recall is outstanding?+

Contact any authorised franchised dealer for the brand. Manufacturers carry out safety recalls free of charge, regardless of who currently owns the vehicle and regardless of age. You'll typically need the vehicle's VIN; the report includes it where the database returns one.

Do I need an account to run a check?+

No account is needed to start a check. After payment we'll email you a magic link so you can access the report any time, and a shareable link if you want to send the result to a buyer, seller, or dealer.

Is the new all-electric Spectre covered, including any EV-specific recalls?+

Yes. The Spectre is a UK-registered Rolls-Royce and is covered by the same DVSA + SMMT combined check, including any EV-specific recall campaigns (high-voltage battery, charging system, drive software).

My Rolls-Royce is a coachbuilt or one-off commission. Will the check still work?+

Yes — provided the vehicle is UK-registered and has a standard VIN. Coachbuilt one-offs may show as "Unknown" if their VIN is not yet in the DVSA or SMMT databases; in that case the report links to Rolls-Royce's official recall portal so you can confirm directly with the Home of Rolls-Royce.

Are sister-brand BMWs and Minis covered here?+

Each BMW Group brand has its own dedicated recall check. Use the BMW or Mini pages for those vehicles — recall data is brand- and VIN-specific.

Other BMW Group brands

Rolls-Royce is part of BMW Group. Recall checks for these sister brands are available too.

Prefer to check directly with the manufacturer?

Rolls-Royce maintains an official recall lookup tool. Our combined check pulls from DVSA and SMMT to give you broader coverage, but you can also check the manufacturer's portal directly.

Open the official Rolls-Royce recall portal →