1999 ROLLS-ROYCE SILVER SERAPH

2 recalls, 2 complaints - 6 TSBs

02V187000 Jul 15, 2002
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIMOUSINES, THE LOW PRESSURE BRAKE FLUID FEED PIPE BETWEEN THE MASTER CYLINDER AND REMOTE RESERVOIR HAS THE POTENTIAL TO TRAP OR RETAIN AIR.
Consequence
THIS AIR COULD ENTER THE MASTER CYLINDER CAUSING EXCESSIVE PEDAL TRAVEL AND PARTIAL FAILURE OF THE PRIMARY CIRCUIT, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH HOSES AND BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 19, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT ROLLS-ROYCE AT 1-800-777-6923.
2,085 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: ROLLS-ROYCE MOTORS, INC.
99V139000 Jun 4, 1999
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE THERMOSTAT REGULATING THE TEMPERATURE OF THE HEATED SEATS WAS INCORRECTLY POSITIONED DURING ASSEMBLY. THIS INCORRECT POSITIONING CREATES THE POTENTIAL THAT THE SURFACE OF THE HEATED SEAT CAN REACH AN UNACCEPTABLY HIGH TEMPERATURE.
Consequence
IN EXTREME CASES, THIS COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO ANY OBJECT IN CONTACT WITH THE SEAT CUSHION.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL WITH EACH SEAT EQUIPPED WITH HEATING ELEMENTS.
639 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: ROLLS-ROYCE MOTORS, INC.

Complaint Statistics

2 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER1
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS1
SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER Sep 17, 2002
Incident date: Jun 19, 2002
CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A HARD, STIFF RIDE, THE DEALER THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ORIGINALLY TAKEN TO COULD NOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM, HOWEVER ANOTHER DEALERSHIP COULD, THEY REPLACED THE REAR STRUTS AND FLEX HOSES. *SLC
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Sep 17, 2002
DEALER PERFORMED RECALL 02V187, HOWEVER AFTER REPAIRS CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR WHEN HEAVY PRESSURE WAS APPLIED, BRAKES WOULD ALSO FADE, DEALER BLED AND FLUSHED THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM, ALSO REPLACED 3 PRESSURE ACCUMULATORS. *SLC

EPA Fuel Economy, 1999 ROLLS-ROYCE SILVER SERAPH

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
5.4L 12-cyl, Automatic 5-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) 11.0 15.0 13.0 Premium $5,850

CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 1999 ROLLS-ROYCE SILVER SERAPH

6 manufacturer communications from 4 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM4
150000 SEAT BELTS2
2037995/4 Mar 25, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PSIS 750600B0001 Wiring modification for seat belt pre-tensioner buckle switches. Customer statement / workshop findings: This PSIS has been issued to inform parts and service personnel of a wiring modification to the buckle switches on t
2037995/4 Mar 25, 2022
150000 SEAT BELTS
PSIS 750600B0001 Wiring modification for seat belt pre-tensioner buckle switches. Customer statement / workshop findings: This PSIS has been issued to inform parts and service personnel of a wiring modification to the buckle switches on t
2037995/3 Oct 4, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PSIS 750600B0001 Wiring modification for seat belt pre-tensioner buckle switches. Condition This PSIS has been issued to inform parts and service personnel of a wiring modification to the buckle switches on the seat belt pre-tensioners.
2037995/3 Oct 4, 2021
150000 SEAT BELTS
PSIS 750600B0001 Wiring modification for seat belt pre-tensioner buckle switches. Condition This PSIS has been issued to inform parts and service personnel of a wiring modification to the buckle switches on the seat belt pre-tensioners.
591200B0003 Apr 1, 2005
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATION. BENTLEY/ROLLS-ROYCE. *TT
594200B0001 Apr 1, 2005
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
REAR DAMPER LOOM MODIFICATIONS. BENTLEY. *TT

ROLLS-ROYCE SILVER SERAPH - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the ROLLS-ROYCE SILVER SERAPH across all model years (1999, 2002).

5 Total Recalls
2 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

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