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2018 Rolls-Royce Ghost maintenance schedule

The 2018 Ghost is part of the RR4 generation (2010-2020), sold as a sedan. Below: its service intervals with the source behind each one, the fluids it takes, the problems owners report for this year, and the NHTSA recalls issued for it.

Service schedule

What the 2018 Ghost needs, and when

Manufacturer rows link to Rolls-Royce's own schedule, Independent rows to a service shop or parts retailer's published guide.

ServiceIntervalSource
Engine oil and filter (N74B66)

Fundamental preventative maintenance requirement

7,000 mi / 1 yearIndependent
Engine air filter (N74B66)

Replaced during the major bi-annual service

10,000 mi / 2 yearsIndependent
Cabin air filter (N74B66)

Checked annually, replaced bi-annually

10,000 mi / 1 yearIndependent
Tire rotation (N74B66)

Extends specialized tire longevity on heavy chassis

7,500 mi / 1 yearIndependent
Brake fluid (N74B66)

Required flush during bi-annual service

10,000 mi / 2 yearsIndependent
Engine coolant (N74B66)

Critical to prevent block and electronic thermal damage

18,000 mi / 2 yearsIndependent
Transmission fluid (N74B66)

Mitigates hesitation and shifting delays

27,000 mi / 3 yearsIndependent
Spark plugs (N74B66)

Routine replacement interval for V12 ignition

18,000 mi / 2 yearsIndependent
Serpentine belt (N74B66)

Drive belt and tensioner replacement

18,000 mi / 2 yearsIndependent
Differential and transfer case fluid (N74B66)

Rear differential fluid drain and replacement

24,000 miIndependent
12V battery (N74B66)

Monitored extensively to prevent severe parasitic draw

10,000 mi / 1 yearIndependent

Intervals are for normal driving; towing, short trips, extreme heat or dust shorten them. Services we could not find an interval for are left off rather than guessed.

Fluids and engines

What goes in it

Engine oil
5W-30, 11.6 qt
Transmission fluid
ZF Lifeguard 8

Powertrains in this generation

  • 6.6 L 12-cyl (N74B66), 563 hp, 8-speed automatic, RWD
  • 6.6 L 12-cyl (N74B66), 603 hp, 8-speed automatic, RWD

Confirm the exact spec against the owner's manual or the label under the hood; capacities vary by engine and drivetrain.

Known problems

What 2018 Ghost owners run into

Problems reported for this model year, with the mileage they tend to show up at. Buying past a window is not automatically a pass - it just needs to be priced in.

Air Suspension Failure

high severity

From about 60,000 mi · $5,000-$9,000 to fix

Compressor hum after shutdown, corner sits low overnight

Source: reddit.com

Battery Parasitic Drain

medium severity

Difficulty starting, electrical gremlins after idle periods

Source: checkcar.vin

Spirit of Ecstasy Retraction Failure

low severity

$3,200-$5,800 to fix

Ornament stuck, fails to retract upon locking or impact

Source: europarts360.com

Soft-close Door Latch Hesitation

low severity

Doors fail to automatically pull securely shut

Source: checkcar.vin

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA recall for the 2018 Rolls-Royce Ghost

From NHTSA's recall database, matched by model and year. Recall repairs are free at Rolls-Royce dealers, and a given car may already be fixed or fall outside a campaign, so check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before you buy.

Air bags

NHTSA 18V097000

February 2018

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 Rolls-Royce Ghost vehicles. The head air bags in these vehicles may have been damaged during vehicle assembly, possibly causing the head air bags to not fully inflate upon deployment.

Remedy: None of the affected vehicles have been delivered to customers, therefore, owner notification letters will not be sent. Rolls-Royce dealers will inspect and replace the head air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Rolls-Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.

Other Ghost model years

RR21 (2021-2026)

202120222023202420252026

RR4 (2010-2020)

2014201520162017201820192020

Shopping new? The Rolls-Royce Ghost guide covers the current model, with what it costs to keep for 1 to 15 years.

Sources

Researched 2026-09-21. Modeling, not mechanic advice - always confirm against your car's owner's manual and service records.

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