AI DamageRolls-Royce Wraith: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the Rolls-Royce Wraith across 6 model years: 2 owner complaints and 17 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 6.6 L · petrol · turbo · 12 cyl 2014–2021
- automatic, 8-speed 2014–2021
Drive: RWD
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 27 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 22 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Other | 2 | 0 | 0 |
What to check before buying
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Exterior lighting. Headlamps, leveling, sensors and mounts after a frontal hit.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Electronic Transmission Error
- Complaints of deposits, crystalisation or emulsification in the coolant expansion tanks
- Check Control message (ID 166)
- Visible cracks or hazy areas present in the surface of the LED headlight lens
- Rolls-Royce Motor Cars have recently seen a few cases of defective sealing rings on injectors
- Information and instructions on carrying out a Cylinder Leakage Test on an N74 engine
- Supporting Evidence for Oil Leaks
- Visible Condensation in Self-Aligning Hub Cap
- SoE - Diagnosis guides and quality reporting
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- The vehicles ride height drops over night or is low after being parked for a prolonged period
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.