The most-reported Silver Spirit run is SCAZN42A8GC (1986 builds) with 1 complaints, 1× the typical run. Fuel/propulsion system problems make up 100% of reports; NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for Silver Spirit model years 1981–1996.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit has 1 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 100% of every Silver Spirit complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCAZN42A8GC•••••• | 1986 | — | — |
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 100% of everything Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit owners report: Fuel/propulsion System, 1 of 1 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 4 recall campaigns on the Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit; the 4 below cover build years 1981 to 1996. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 08V585000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 1981–1987 |
| 97V122000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 1994–1996 |
| 90V073000 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 1989–1990 |
| 90V039000 | Electrical System:wiring:fuses And Circuit Breakers | 1990 |
08V585000 was opened in 2008 on cars built from 1981: 27 years on the road before the recall.
How serious were they
| Outcome | Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 1 | 1,116,631 |
| Involved a crash | 0 (0%) | 64,221 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 0 (0%) | 26,977 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 58,047 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 100% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,116,631 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 299,142 production runs. The Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit share of that is 1 complaints over 1 runs, 0% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 1 NHTSA complaints from 1 Silver Spirit runs and 4 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Silver Spirit production run has the most complaints?
SCAZN42A8GC, a 1986 build, with 1 complaints. The typical Silver Spirit run has 1.
How many Silver Spirit complaints involve a crash?
0% of 1 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 0 involved a fire.
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