Bentley Motors, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2021

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 6 safety recalls made by Bentley Motors, Inc. in 2021. See the details of the recalls below.

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December 15, 2021

(Campaign #: RE21/43 (RC26))

Incorrect Air Bag Information in Manual/FMVSS 208

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."

NHTSA ID: 21V975000

Component: AIR BAGS

# of Units Affected: 3,777

Consequence Summary:

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.

Corrective Action:

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).

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 90.76

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August 18, 2021

(Campaign #: RE21/29)

ESC Malfunction May Cause Loss of Vehicle Control

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.

NHTSA ID: 21V647000

Component: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

# of Units Affected: 28

Consequence Summary:

A malfunctioning ESC system can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

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.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 78.57

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August 4, 2021

(Campaign #: RE21/31 (RC13))

Seat Belt Locking Retractor Malfunction/FMVSS 208

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."

NHTSA ID: 21V605000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 33

Consequence Summary:

An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Corrective Action:

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).

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 84.85

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July 21, 2021

(Campaign #: RE21/26 (RC08))

Front Seat Control Module Malfunction

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Continental GT/GT Convertible vehicles. During some automated front seat movements, the front seat may trap a rear passenger's legs.

NHTSA ID: 21V550000

Component: SEATS

# of Units Affected: 3,647

Consequence Summary:

The rear passenger may become trapped by the front seat, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action:

Dealers will update the software for the front seats, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE21/26 (RC08).

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 95.8

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April 21, 2021

(Campaign #: RE21/17 (RB98))

Rear Axle Lock Nuts May Break

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.

NHTSA ID: 21V276000

Component: SUSPENSION

# of Units Affected: 206

Consequence Summary:

A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

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).

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 85.44

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February 23, 2021

(Campaign #: RE21/07 (RB88))

Fuel Tank Not Welded Properly

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling one 2020 Flying Spur vehicle. The fuel tank may not have been welded properly during manufacturing, which could result in a fuel leak.

NHTSA ID: 21V104000

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

# of Units Affected: 1

Consequence Summary:

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of fire.

Corrective Action:

Bentley will notify the owner, and a dealer will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2021. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE21/07 (RB88).

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 100

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