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2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost

Common problems & what to know before you buy

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost.

Safety record

Recalls on the 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost

Recall·18V248000

Engine and engine cooling: turbo/supercharger

The electric auxiliary water pump may fail and cause the circuit board to overheat.

Recall·12V368000

Equipment: labels

Certain model year 2012 Ghost passenger vehicles manufactured from March 27, 2012, through July 13, 2012 were equipped with 20-inch tires,…

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost at a glance

Trims
GhostGhost EWB
Engine
6.6L 12-Cylinder
Transmission
Automatic 8-spd
Drivetrain
RWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Body style
Sedan
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file for the 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost. There are 2 recall campaigns covering this model year. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.

Is the 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost reliable?

Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 2 open recall campaigns on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost?

Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.

Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.