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Reliability Guide

Common Problems with the
2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost (Mk2)

We've identified 2 known issues that can affect the 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost (Mk2). 1 of these are serious faults that could be expensive to repair.

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Known Issues
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Serious
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Moderate
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Minor

All Known Issues

Instrument Cluster Tempered Glass Shatter Safety Defect (DVSA Recall R/2023/275)

SeriousInterior & Trim

Ghost models manufactured between October 2019 and December 2022 were equipped with single-layer tempered glass protecting the digital instrument cluster. Crash testing revealed that under high-speed side impacts, this tempered glass could fracture into small, sharp fragments and propel into the passenger cabin. Official DVSA recall R/2023/275 was issued requiring dealers to apply an anti-shatter protective coating or film over the cluster glass free of charge.

Est. Repair Cost: £0 (Manufacturer recall / £1,800–£3,500 if replaced out-of-pocket)
Warning Signs:

Recall campaign notice R/2023/275 active on UK DVSA vehicle check, Single-layer tempered glass present over digital gauge cluster without safety coating, Shatter risk of instrument screen into sharp fragments under severe side impact, Outstanding safety campaign advisory noted during dealer servicing or MOT lookup

What to Inspect:
  • Input the vehicle registration into the official GOV.UK / DVSA recall database to verify status
  • Inspect the gauge display surface closely for dealer-applied protective anti-shatter film
  • Check vehicle service documentation for stamped proof of recall R/2023/275 completion
  • Verify whether the gauge cluster has been upgraded to later factory laminated safety glass
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Official Recalls & Reference Documents:

Planar Air Suspension Upper Wishbone Damper and Ride Height Sensor Wear

ModerateSuspension & Chassis

The Ghost Mk2 utilizes a world-first Planar suspension architecture incorporating an upper wishbone damper unit mounted directly above the front wishbones alongside three-chamber air springs and stereo road-reading cameras. Driven on potholed UK roads, the upper wishbone dampers and articulated ride height sensors experience heavy cyclic stress. Damper seal weeping or sensor linkage play causes ride height deviations, knocking noises, and suspension fault warnings.

Est. Repair Cost: £1,500–£3,800
Warning Signs:

Subtle knocking or tapping noise from front wheelarch when traversing low-speed potholes, Car sitting noticeably lower on one corner after being parked overnight, 'Chassis Function Restricted' or 'Suspension Fault' warning message on digital binnacle, Secondary ride harshness over coarse asphalt, diminishing the trademark magic carpet ride

What to Inspect:
  • Listen for front suspension knocking on a test drive over uneven tarmac and speed humps
  • Measure vehicle ride height at all four wheel arches after sitting switched off for 12 hours
  • Inspect the upper wishbone damper assembly above the front suspension for hydraulic oil leaks
  • Scan the active chassis control module for stored height sensor calibration or air leak codes
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Buying Tips for 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost (Mk2)

  • Confirm via DVSA records that safety recall R/2023/275 for the instrument cluster glass protective coating has been completed
  • Check that the car has been maintained on a smart battery conditioner to avoid low-voltage faults in the 48V active anti-roll system
  • Operate all motorized power-closing and power-opening coach doors repeatedly to ensure pinch sensors and electric motors work smoothly
  • Inspect the Planar air suspension for correct self-levelling and absence of knocking noises from the upper wishbone dampers
  • Check tyre tread depths across all four corners; all-wheel steering and 2.5-tonne weight can scrub tyre shoulders rapidly
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