Recalls & faults: Rolls-Royce Mk.III Flying Spur (1994-95)

Recalls: Rolls-Royce Mk.III Flying Spur

Overview

Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.

Recalls: Rolls-Royce Mk.III Flying Spur

In August 1995, a recall was issued for Rolls-Royce Mk.III Flying Spur vehicles that were manufactured between May 1995 and July 1997. In these vehicles, an incorrectly positioned wire within the gearbox actuator could chafe against the cover, causing the transmission selector fuse to blow. If this occurred, the driver would be unable to change gears or put the vehicle in park (PRA 1995/2555).
In December 1995, a recall was issued for Rolls-Royce Mk.III Flying Spur vehicles because identified batches of Castrol Hydraulic System Mineral Oil (HSMO) may affect the operation of the distribution valves within the hydraulic systems (PRA 1995/2649).

Problems and faults: Rolls-Royce Mk.III Flying Spur

Overview

This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.

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