Rolls-Royce Wraith Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Rolls-Royce Wraith model year (2014–2023) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Rolls-Royce Wraith Years to Avoid
No years with strongly elevated problem scores identified. Check the full year table below.
Best Rolls-Royce Wraith Years to Buy
0 recalls · 1 complaint
Main area: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Problem score: 1
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Rolls-Royce Wraith — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2016 | 0 | 1 | — | — | 1 | Avoid |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
All 10 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Rolls-Royce Wraith Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2023Recent Wraith models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2023 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
2013–2017
Best: 2017Mid-decade Wraith units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2017 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Wraith should I avoid?+
Check the table above for a full ranking of every Wraith model year by problem score.
What is the best year Wraith to buy?+
The 2016 Rolls-Royce Wraith is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 1. It has only 0 recalls and 1 complaint on record with NHTSA.
Which Wraith has the fewest problems?+
The 2016 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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