Recall 24V039 affects 107 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre electric vehicles for adhesive residue at the ground cable. Repair is free at any franchised Rolls-Royce dealer.
Rolls-Royce is recalling 107 2024 Spectre electric vehicles because adhesive residue on the ground connection cable between the front electric motor and chassis can raise electrical resistance and create an insufficient ground. The defect increases the risk of electric shock during service work and fire; Rolls-Royce dealers will inspect and repair the connection free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The ground connection cable on the 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre links the front electric motor to the vehicle chassis, the main body structure. Its job is to give the propulsion electrical system a clean, low-resistance ground path so current has a stable return route.
On affected Spectre vehicles, adhesive residue can be left on the cable connector eyelet, the metal ring that bolts the cable to the front motor. That residue sits between the connector and the mounting surface. The extra material increases electrical resistance at the connection and can leave the front motor with an insufficient ground.
There is no warning sign before failure. The recall filing does not identify a sound, smell, warning light, or drivability symptom that appears before the ground connection problem is present.
Who's affected?
| 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre | electric propulsion system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 107 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre coupe is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific coupe is included.
What's the safety risk?
An insufficient electrical ground raises the risk of electric shock during service work and raises the risk of fire. There is no listed warning sign, so owners should schedule the inspection instead of waiting for a symptom. The dealer will inspect the ground cable connection and remove residue if needed. Repair is free at any franchised Rolls-Royce dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Rolls-Royce dealer to schedule the free ground-cable inspection and residue removal that fixes the high-resistance electrical ground.
- Bring the recall notice if Rolls-Royce mailed one. If not, reference recall number 24V039 when you call.
- Avoid service work near the front electric motor until the dealer completes the repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Rolls-Royce technician inspects the ground cable connection between the front electric motor and the vehicle chassis. If adhesive residue is found at the connection, the technician removes it so the ground path can carry current correctly. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered at a Rolls-Royce dealer. Owner notification letters were mailed February 29, 2024.
Timeline
| January 24, 2024 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 1, 2024 | Dealer notification began |
| February 1, 2024 | Dealer notification ended |
| February 29, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
| March 15, 2024 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V039?
Recall 24V039 covers 107 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre electric vehicles with adhesive residue at the ground cable connection between the front electric motor and chassis. That residue can increase electrical resistance, create an insufficient ground, and increase electric shock risk during service work and fire risk. Rolls-Royce dealers will inspect the connection and remove residue for free.
What should I do if my 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Spectre is included in recall 24V039. If it is, contact a franchised Rolls-Royce dealer to schedule the ground cable connection inspection. Reference recall number 24V039 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 will inspect the ground cable connection and remove any adhesive residue free of charge.
Is it safe to drive my 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre before the repair?
This recall does not include a do-not-drive order. The defect can increase the risk of electric shock during service work and increase the risk of fire, so confirm your VIN and arrange the free dealer inspection before any related service work.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V039000 |
|---|---|
| Rolls-Royce customer service | 1-877-877-3735 |
| NHTSA recall # | 24V039 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 24V039000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →