Recall 11V522 affects 589 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost vehicles because the auxiliary water pump circuit board can overheat. Repair is free at any franchised Rolls-Royce dealer.
Rolls-Royce is recalling 589 2010 Ghost vehicles with turbocharged engines because the circuit board for the electric auxiliary water pump can overheat. The defect can lead to a smoldering pump, engine compartment fire, or vehicle fire; the Rolls-Royce dealer repair will be free once available.
Does this recall apply to your specific vehicle?
The official, free per-VIN recall check is run by NHTSA. Enter your VIN and we'll forward you directly — and add you to a free watchlist so you hear about new recalls for your vehicle.
Check my VIN at NHTSARecallNotify doesn't check your VIN — NHTSA's official tool does. We use your email only to alert you to new recalls.
Watch this vehicle for recalls
Add it to your free watchlist and we will alert you as new federal recalls are posted for your year, make and model. New-recall alerts are rolling out now.
You are on the watchlist.
We will email you as new federal recalls are posted for your vehicle.
What's wrong?
The electric auxiliary water pump on the 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost is part of the engine cooling system for turbocharged models. It uses an electric motor and control electronics to move coolant when the engine needs extra heat control, including around hot turbocharger components. The pump helps carry heat away so the cooling system can keep temperatures in check.
In affected Ghost vehicles, the problem is inside the pump's circuit board. That board controls the electric pump, but it can overheat during operation. Once the electronics overheat, the pump assembly is no longer just moving coolant; the failed circuit itself becomes the defect that needs dealer repair.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on a dashboard light, coolant smell, or change in engine sound to tell you the circuit board has overheated.
Who's affected?
| 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost | Turbo/supercharger |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 589 |
Not every 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost sedan is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
An auxiliary water pump problem can make the pump smolder and can lead to an engine compartment or vehicle fire. There is no listed warning sign before this risk, so take smoke, burning odor, or heat under the hood seriously and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Rolls-Royce dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Rolls-Royce dealer and ask whether the free auxiliary water pump replacement is open for your VIN.
- Call Rolls-Royce customer relations at 1-877-877-3735 with questions about the overheated auxiliary water pump and fire risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Rolls-Royce mailed one. If not, reference recall number 11V522 when you call.
- Keep the vehicle parked if you smell smoke, see warning lights, or notice heat from the engine compartment, then ask the dealer about towing.
What happens at the repair
Rolls-Royce's remedy is to replace the electric auxiliary water pump. At the dealer, a Rolls-Royce technician removes the pump with the overheating circuit board and installs the replacement pump covered by recall 11V522. The safety recall began in January 2012, and the dealer repair is free. If a dealer says the repair is not open for your VIN, ask the service desk to confirm the campaign status and the next appointment path.
Timeline
| October 20, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 11, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V522?
Recall 11V522 covers 589 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost vehicles with turbocharged engines. The electric auxiliary water pump circuit board can overheat. That can make the pump smolder or start an engine-compartment or vehicle fire. Rolls-Royce dealers replace the auxiliary water pump for free.
What should I do if my 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Ghost is included in recall 11V522. If it is, contact a franchised Rolls-Royce dealer and schedule the auxiliary water pump replacement. Reference recall number 11V522 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Rolls-Royce dealers replace the auxiliary water pump free of charge. The recall remedy also says Rolls-Royce customer relations can be reached at 1-877-877-3735.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. For recall 11V522, the auxiliary water pump circuit board can overheat, which can make the pump smolder or start a fire in the engine compartment or vehicle. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free dealer repair.
What if I bought my Rolls-Royce Ghost used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner, so a used 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost is still eligible if its VIN is included in recall 11V522. Check your VIN and call a franchised Rolls-Royce dealer with the campaign number.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V522000 |
|---|---|
| Rolls-Royce customer service | 1-877-877-3735 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V522 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V522000 |
Source documents
-
Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →