Safety Recall NHTSA · 89V045000 Reported March 27, 1989

Lighting:switch:multi-function switch:turn signal

Rolls-royce Motor Cars, Ltd. · Exterior Lighting · 3,846 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
89V045000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Exterior Lighting
Vehicles Affected
3,846
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 27, 1989

Defect Summary

Under certain driving conditions, micro switch connected to brake pedal may fail causing the brake light not to provide correct braking signals.

Safety Consequence

Lamps would either remain continuously illuminated orfail to illuminate and failing to warn other drivers that the vehicle wasstopping, which could cause an accident.

Corrective Action

Install an improved stop lamp switch and modify wiring, as appropriate.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Rolls-royce Motor Cars, Ltd. dealer and reference recall ID 89V045000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 89V045000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 89V045000?

NHTSA recall 89V045000 was issued by Rolls-royce Motor Cars, Ltd. on March 27, 1989. It addresses: Lighting:switch:multi-function switch:turn signal. The recall affects approximately 3,846 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Rolls-royce Motor Cars, Ltd. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 89V045000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.