2016–2021
Rolls-Royce Dawn
EPA classCompact Cars
EPA combined mpg14–15
NHTSA recalls2
Engines (EPA)
- 6.6 L 12-cyl (turbo) · 2016–2021
Drive & transmission (EPA)
- RWD
- automatic (2016–2021)
Rolls-Royce Dawn VIN Number Check
Run a free NHTSA vPIC decode on a Rolls-Royce Dawn VIN to confirm the model year and engine, then see which of the 2 NHTSA recall campaigns for 2016–2021 cover that year.
Free decode plus the NHTSA recalls for its model year. 17 characters, no I, O or Q.
Rolls-Royce Dawn
About the Rolls-Royce Dawn
Rolls-Royce sold the Dawn in the US for model years 2016–2021. Across those years NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints. EPA rates it at 14–15 mpg combined. A free VIN decode gives you NHTSA vPIC’s record for the car (model year, engine, plant) and the NHTSA recalls for its model year. It won’t show theft, flood or lemon-law history.
US model years2016–2021
EPA classCompact Cars
NHTSA recall campaigns2
Owner complaints0 at NHTSA
Generations
Rolls-Royce Dawn at a glance
One generation in the data, 2016–2021: 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints.
NHTSA campaign data
Which Dawn model years each recall covers
NHTSA has 2 campaigns on file for Dawn model years 2016–2021, and the 2017 shows up in more of them than any other year (2). Move the line to your model year to see which apply.
Pick a row
What to ask
Source: NHTSA recall database, vehicle campaigns only; row text is NHTSA’s summary. A listed year does not mean every car is covered, so check the VIN.
Canada rows: Transport Canada recalls database. Transport Canada recalls that match an NHTSA campaign are folded into that row by VinNumber.net; rows with the Canadian flag have no NHTSA match. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada · Transport Canada.
EPA fuel economy & emissions
Dawn CO₂, smog rating and yearly fuel cost
EPA lists 8 Dawn versions for model years 2016–2021. The lowest tailpipe CO₂ is 609 g/mi (2016). Pick a model year and powertrain to see each version.
Dawn2016–2021
14–15 mpg · CO₂ 609–637 g/mi
14combined MPG
632CO₂ grams per mile (tailpipe)
$5,850EPA yearly fuel cost
3/10Smog rating
1 = worst · 10 = cleanest
1/10Greenhouse gas rating
California LEV-III ULEV125 · Federal Tier 3 Bin 125Emission standard
Cleanest gas version of 2021: Dawn · Auto (S8), 12 cyl, 6.6 L, Turbo — 14 MPG · 632 g/mi
Best (lowest) CO₂ by model year
Gas
Annual fuel cost is EPA’s estimate at its current fuel-price assumptions (15,000 miles a year, 55% city driving), so older years are priced at today’s fuel prices. Smog rating and emission standard can differ by sales area (federal vs. California); both are shown. Source: fueleconomy.gov.
Rolls-Royce Dawn VIN number location
Where to find the VIN on a Dawn
Tap a spot. Every location should show the same 17 characters.
Photo: Hans Haase, CC BY-SA 3.0, cropped
Illustration: VinNumber.net
Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0; edited and VIN pins added by VinNumber.net
Dawn is the Rolls-Royce convertible variant based on the Wraith platform. Its VIN sits at the lower driver's windshield, on the door jamb sticker, and on the engine firewall. Open-top configuration means the door jamb sticker is more weather-exposed, inspect for adhesive degradation.
- Windshield plateRead it through the glass at the base of the driver's side windshield.
Source: 49 CFR 565.13(f) (NHTSA): VIN inside the passenger compartment, readable through the glazing next to the left windshield pillar - Door jamb labelOpen the driver's door: the certification label on the B-pillar lists the VIN.
Source: 49 CFR 567.4 (NHTSA): certification label with VIN at the driver door hinge pillar, latch post or door edge
The title, registration and insurance card show the VIN as well. All locations should match.
FAQ
Common Rolls-Royce Dawn VIN questions
How many recalls has the Rolls-Royce Dawn had?
NHTSA’s recall records show 2 vehicle campaigns for model years 2016–2021, leaving out equipment and tire campaigns.
What fuel economy does the Rolls-Royce Dawn get?
It varies. EPA rates the 2016–2021 Dawn at 14–15 mpg combined, depending on engine and drive (fueleconomy.gov).
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