AI-generated · grounded in NHTSA data

Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom

Overall rating NHTSA-grounded

Average

Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $15,000–$25,000

The 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is rated average due to a significant brake recall and limited complaint data. The brake vacuum pump's potential leakage and contamination of the brake booster stand out as key concerns.

Most-common failures

Part Typical mileage Cost range Frequency
brake vacuum pump30,000–60,000 miles$1,000–$3,000occasional
fuel system50,000–70,000 miles$2,000–$4,000rare

Scheduled maintenance to budget

Routine items every owner should plan for.

  • Annual brake inspection
  • Oil change every 10,000 miles
  • Bi-annual transmission fluid check
  • Coolant flush every 30,000 miles

Warning signs to watch for

Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.

  • Brake pedal feels spongy
  • Oil leaks around brakes
  • Unresponsive brake system

Generated by gpt-4o on 8/19/2026. Cost ranges are conservative estimates that account for typical regional variation.