01 / OFFICIAL CAMPAIGNS
2021 Bentley Bentayga recall campaigns
NHTSA 23V592000
- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Report received
- August 23, 2023
- Potential units
- 3,527campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Bentayga vehicles. The fuel supply module wiring can overheat and melt the flange, resulting in a fuel leak.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the flange and fuel supply module wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 20, 2023. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE23/19.
Owner notification: October 20, 2023 · Filing manufacturer: Bentley Motors, Inc.
NHTSA 22V743000
- Component
- BACK OVER PREVENTION
- Report received
- October 5, 2022
- Potential units
- 3,134campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bentayga vehicles. Due to a software error, the rearview camera image may be blank when the car is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility.".
Why it matters: A rearview camera screen that displays a blank image reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the infotainment unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 17, 2022. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-877-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE22/29 (RC54).
Owner notification: November 17, 2022 · Filing manufacturer: Bentley Motors, Inc.
NHTSA 22V257000
- Component
- SEATS
- Report received
- April 14, 2022
- Potential units
- 1,923campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bentayga vehicles. The second row seats may be installed incorrectly, without being locked on all seat rails.
Why it matters: An unlocked seat rail could move in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to occupants.
Remedy
Dealers will check and reset the 2nd row seat rail positions to ensure proper engagement of the seat rails, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 16, 2022. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RC22/10 (RC36).
Owner notification: May 16, 2022 · Filing manufacturer: Bentley Motors, Inc.
NHTSA 21V975000
- Component
- AIR BAGS, EQUIPMENT
- Report received
- December 15, 2021
- Potential units
- 3,777campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bentayga, Continental GT, Flying Spur, and Continental GT Convertible vehicles. The owner's manual incorrectly states that the air bag system will not deploy when the "Passenger Airbag On" symbol is illuminated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection.".
Why it matters: The incorrect information may change how occupants position themselves in relation to the air bags, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Bentley will mail new labels to owners. Owners may apply the label themselves or have a dealer apply the label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2022. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE21/43 (RC26).
Owner notification: February 10, 2022 · Filing manufacturer: Bentley Motors, Inc.
NHTSA 21V647000
- Component
- ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Report received
- August 18, 2021
- Potential units
- 28campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021 Bentayga vehicles. Incorrect software for the chassis control module may cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system to malfunction.
Why it matters: A malfunctioning ESC system can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the chassis control module with the correct software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 5, 2021. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE21/29.
Owner notification: October 5, 2021 · Filing manufacturer: Bentley Motors, Inc.
NHTSA 21V605000
- Component
- SEAT BELTS
- Report received
- August 4, 2021
- Potential units
- 33campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021 Bentayga vehicles. The front passenger seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicles Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection.".
Why it matters: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt assemblies, and if necessary, replace the seat belts free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 30, 2021. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE21/31 (RC13).
Owner notification: September 30, 2021 · Filing manufacturer: Bentley Motors, Inc.
NHTSA 21V276000
- Component
- SUSPENSION
- Report received
- April 21, 2021
- Potential units
- 206campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021 Bentayga vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.
Why it matters: A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock nuts, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed on June 16, 2021. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE21/17 (RB98).
Owner notification: June 16, 2021 · Filing manufacturer: Bentley Motors, Inc.
02 / COMPONENT BREADTH