Recall 19V612 affects 403 2019 Rolls-Royce Cullinan SUVs for dim brake lights. Repair is free at any franchised Rolls-Royce dealer.
Rolls-Royce is recalling 403 2019 Cullinan SUVs because the brake lights do not meet federal brightness requirements. Dim brake lights can make the vehicle harder for other drivers to see during braking and increase crash risk; Rolls-Royce dealers will correct the brake lighting free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The brake lights on the 2019 Rolls-Royce Cullinan are the red rear lamps that brighten when you press the brake pedal. They tell drivers behind you that the SUV is slowing or stopped, and federal lighting rules set how much light they must produce from specific viewing angles.
On affected Cullinan SUVs, variations in the supplier's production process left the stop lamps below the required brightness level. In plain terms, the lamps still illuminate, but their measured light output does not fully meet FMVSS 108, the federal standard for lamps and reflective equipment. That defect is tied to the tail lamp assemblies built in the affected production lots.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner is unlikely to see the problem from the driver's seat, because the brake lights are at the rear and the issue is measured brightness, not a dashboard fault or a lamp that is completely out.
Who's affected?
| 2019 Rolls-Royce Cullinan | Brake lights |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 403 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching 2019 Rolls-Royce Cullinan does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Dim brake lights make the Cullinan harder for other drivers to see when you are braking, increasing the risk of a crash. Until the software update is completed, leave extra following room and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Rolls-Royce dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Rolls-Royce Cullinan is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Rolls-Royce dealer to schedule the free brake-light software update that restores required brake-light brightness.
- Bring the recall notice if Rolls-Royce mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V612 when you call.
- Drive with extra space until the update is complete so following drivers have more time to react when you brake.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Rolls-Royce technician updates the encoding data for the brake light software so the stop lamps meet the required brightness level. The software update and labor are free under the recall. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the Rolls-Royce New Vehicle Limited Warranty program, not through a separate reimbursement program, because the warranty covers this condition before the recall notice. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| August 21, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 21, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| August 21, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 14, 2019 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| October 14, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| October 22, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V612?
Recall 19V612 covers 403 2019 Rolls-Royce Cullinan vehicles with brake lights that are not bright enough under FMVSS 108. The lower brake-light brightness can reduce visibility to drivers behind the vehicle during braking, increasing crash risk. Rolls-Royce dealers will update the brake-light software for free.
What should I do if my 2019 Rolls-Royce Cullinan is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Cullinan is included in recall 19V612. If it is, contact a franchised Rolls-Royce dealer to schedule the brake-light software update. Reference recall number 19V612 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects and compliance defects at no cost. Rolls-Royce dealers will update the brake-light software free of charge, including parts and labor, for vehicles included in recall 19V612.
What is the safety risk with this Rolls-Royce Cullinan recall?
The risk is reduced visibility while braking. If the brake lights are not bright enough, drivers behind the Cullinan have less clear notice that the vehicle is slowing or stopping, increasing crash risk. The dealer repair corrects the brake-light software for free.
What if I bought my 2019 Rolls-Royce Cullinan used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to honor the recall regardless of ownership history. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Cullinan is included, then contact a franchised Rolls-Royce dealer and reference recall 19V612.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V612000 |
|---|---|
| Rolls-Royce customer service | 1-866-230-4956 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V612 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V612000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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