Model year guide

2004 Rolls-royce Phantom

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2004 Rolls-royce Phantom is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2004 Rolls-royce Phantom — representative photo
Representative photo

2004 Rolls-royce Phantom at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints1
Combined13 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2004 Rolls-royce Phantom recalls 1

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum NHTSA Campaign #10V447000 · 01/10/2010

ROLLS-ROYCE IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2003-2010 PHANTOM, MODEL YEAR 2007-2010 PHANTOM DROPHEAD COUPE, AND MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 PHANTOM COUPE VEHICLES. A CHECK VALVE OF THE BRAKE VACUUM PUMP MAY LEAK A SMALL AMOUNT OF LUBRICATING OIL. OVER TIME THIS COULD RESULT IN CONTAMINATION OF THE BRAKE BOOSTER.

Fix: ROLLS-ROYCE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 19, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ROLLS-ROYCE AT 1-877-877-3735.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2004 Rolls-royce Phantom common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2004 Rolls-royce Phantom MPG & running costs

Combined13 mpg
City11 mpg
Highway17 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$6,300
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
Passenger volume103 cu ft
Cargo volume14 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$19,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2004 Rolls-royce Phantom costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$31,500
Fuel only$31,500
Per mile$0.42

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
229.5 in
Width
78.3 in
Height
64.2 in
Curb weight
5,578 lb

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2004 Rolls-royce Phantom. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 24

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 24.

Complaints of deposits, crystalisation or emulsification in the coolant expansion tanks.

Bulletin RR65562989 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Sep 2021

The vehicle has been brought to the workshop with a complaint relating to the SoE function.

Bulletin RR64605110 · Equipment · Sep 2021

Customer complains the CID monitor does not extend or retract correctly, for example stuck in the lowered position or doesn?t raise fully.

Bulletin RR65558203 · Equipment · Jul 2021

Front brakes squeaking with low brake pressure during low speed maneuvering or parking, at ambient temperatures of +5 to -5?C (41 - 23?F). If the brakes are cold, when the driver brakes for the ?rst time after the start of the journey or when driving for a lon…

Bulletin RR65499571 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jul 2021

Engine MIL light is illuminated and fault 12BF08 Lambda probe, from meager to fat slow reaction.

Bulletin RR65547515 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jul 2021

The engine oil level has not been determined for a long time. Please measure engine oil level. The check control message (ID 961) can occur on a new vehicle even with very low usage or relatively low operating hours.

Bulletin RR65537732 · Equipment, Engine And Engine Cooling · May 2021

Engine MIL light is illuminated and fault 12BF08 Lambda probe, from meager to fat slow reaction

Bulletin RR65547515 · Engine, Electrical System · May 2021

The check control message "It is possible to continue driving. Steering effort and/or steering behaviour is changed. Drive moderately" Is displayed in the central information display

Bulletin RR65537708 · Steering, Electrical System · Apr 2021

The customer complains there is little or no cooling effect from the air conditioning system. When checking the A/C system it is either very low or empty of refrigerant.

Bulletin RR65217845 · Equipment, Equipment Adaptive/mobility · Apr 2021

Check Control message (ID 166): Top up coolant The Check control message (ID166) appears despite correct coolant level. Coolant is visible in the expansion tank. The complaint occurs sporadically. The problem described here only concerns the High Temperature c…

Bulletin RR65522171 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Apr 2021

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the PHANTOM. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 2

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2004 Rolls-royce Phantom. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Brakes

On certain vehicles, a check valve in the brake vacuum pump may leak a small amount of lubricating oil. Over time, this could result in contamination of the brake booster. Loss of brake power assist could occur which, in conjunction with traffic, road conditions, and driver's reactions, could increase the risk of a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correctio…

Transport Canada #2010328 · Oct 2010

Lights And Instruments

Certain vehicles do not comply with the requirements of CMVSS 108 - Lighting System and Retroreflective Devices. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system was not activated at the assembly plant. Although the DRL's are inoperable, normal headlamp function is not affected. Correction: Dealers will enable the DRL system.

Transport Canada #2004423 · Dec 2004

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

2004 Rolls-royce Phantom vehicles on record

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2004 Rolls-royce Phantom — frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Rolls-royce Phantom have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2004 Rolls-royce Phantom. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Rolls-royce Phantom?

Across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, structure.

What gas mileage does the 2004 Rolls-royce Phantom get?

The 2004 Rolls-royce Phantom has a U.S. EPA estimate of 13 mpg combined (11 city / 17 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.