Bentley Flying Spur recalls

13 official safety recalls for the Bentley Flying Spur from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Front driveshaft may loosen the hub securing nut

    Reported June 3, 2026Model years 2026DVSA recall R/2026/21610 vehicles affected

    A shorter-than-intended front driveshaft may cause the hub securing nut to loosen over time. Inspect the front driveshafts and replace them if required.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    RECALL CAMPAIGN – Bentley Continental GT Continental GT Convertible Flying Spur - Incorrect Front Driveshafts (RE26/14 RD93)
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the front axles may have been assembled with an incorrect drive shaft which is shorter than intended. If an incorrect front driveshaft has been fitted it may result in the hub securing nut becoming loose over time.
    Remedy
    Inspect the front driveshafts and replace them if required.

  2. Fuel pump connection may leak

    Reported September 25, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V64800017 vehicles affected

    The connection securing the high-pressure fuel pump may be improperly tightened and leak fuel, increasing fire risk if there is an ignition source. Dealers will inspect the screw connections and replace the fuel pump as necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
    Defect
    Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Continental GTC, Continental GT, and 2025 Flying Spur vehicles. The bolted joint connection securing the high-pressure fuel pump to the V8 Evo engine may be improperly tightened and cause a fuel leak.
    Consequence
    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect the screw connections and replace the high pressure fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2025. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE25/41. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 27, 2025.

  3. Rear screen retention bracket may be fitted incorrectly

    Reported May 11, 2023Model years 2020–2022DVSA recall R/2023/131353 vehicles affected

    A bracket holding a rear entertainment screen may be fitted in the wrong orientation. Brackets in both front seats will be checked and any incorrectly fitted assembly replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    On affected vehicles the retention bracket holding the rear entertainment screens located in the rear of the front seats may have been installed in the incorrect orientation.
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the retention bracket holding the rear entertainment screens located in the rear of the front seats may have been installed in the incorrect orientation.
    Remedy
    Check the orientation of the retention bracket in both front seats.� Any seats found to be fitted with the incorrect bracket orientation will be reworked to replace the retention bracket assembly.

  4. Rear entertainment screen bracket may be installed incorrectly

    Reported May 3, 2023Model years 2021–2023NHTSA campaign 23V3140001,659 vehicles affected

    An incorrectly installed bracket may allow a rear entertainment screen to become a projectile in a crash, increasing occupant injury risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the brackets in both front seats as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    STRUCTURE:CRITICAL FASTENERS
    Defect
    Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Flying Spur vehicles. The rear entertainment screen retention bracket, located in the rear of the front seats, may have been incorrectly installed.
    Consequence
    An incorrectly installed retention bracket can result in the entertainment screen becoming a projectile during a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and replace the retention brackets in both front seats, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2023. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE23/06 (RC71).
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  5. Front passenger seat belt may lack a locking function

    Reported March 31, 2022Model years 2018–2021DVSA recall R/2022/07896 vehicles affected

    An incorrect front passenger seat belt assembly may lack an automatic locking retractor function. The affected assemblies will be inspected and replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    INCORRECT FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES WITHOUT AN AUTOMATIC LOCKING RETRACTOR FUNCTION (ALR) MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED
    Defect
    Incorrect front passenger seat belt assemblies without an automatic locking retractor (ALR) function may have been installed.
    Remedy
    Inspect the affected front seat belt assemblies and replace if necessary.

  6. Front passenger seat belt may be missing a locking retractor

    Reported March 23, 2022Model years 2021–2022NHTSA campaign 22V17700025 vehicles affected

    An incorrectly installed front seat belt may be missing an automatic locking retractor, so it may not properly secure a child restraint and increase the risk of injury in a crash. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the affected seat belt free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
    Defect
    Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Continental GT Convertible, Continental GT, and 2021-2022 Flying Spur vehicles. The front seat belt assemblies may have been incorrectly installed, resulting in the front passenger seat missing the automatic locking retractor (ALR). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
    Consequence
    A missing ALR on a passenger seat belt may not properly secure a child restraint, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the affected seat belt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE22/08 (RC34).
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  7. Owner's manual gives incorrect airbag information

    Reported December 15, 2021Model years 2021–2022NHTSA campaign 21V9750003,777 vehicles affected

    The manual incorrectly says the airbag system will not deploy when the passenger airbag indicator is on. This may affect how occupants position themselves and increase injury risk in a crash. New labels will be mailed; owners may apply them or have a dealer apply them, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
    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."
    Consequence
    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).
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  8. Accelerator pedal may not return to rest

    Reported June 11, 2021Model years 2018–2021DVSA recall R/2021/2217,386 vehicles affected

    Incorrect clearance between the lower A-post trim and accelerator pedal may stop the pedal returning to its resting position. The trim will be checked and reworked if needed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    A MANUFACTURING ISSUE COULD PREVENT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL FROM RETURNING TO ITS RESTING POSITION
    Defect
    Inconsistent fitment of the fuse box and the electrical harness may prevent the accelerator pedal from returning to its resting position.
    Remedy
    Check and if necessary rework the A-post lower trim ensuring correct clearance of the trim to the accelerator pedal.

  9. Knee airbag wiring may be crossed

    Reported April 14, 2021Model years 2019–2021DVSA recall R/2021/113221 vehicles affected

    The knee airbag wiring may be incorrect at the airbag control module connector. The wiring will be corrected.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE KNEE ROLL AIR BAG WIRING WAS CROSSED AT THE AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE CONNECTOR
    Defect
    The knee roll airbag wiring may be incorrect at the Airbag Control Module connector.
    Remedy
    Correct the wiring at the Airbag Control Module Connector.

  10. Fuel tank may leak

    Reported February 23, 2021Model years 2020NHTSA campaign 21V1040001 vehicle affected

    A poorly welded fuel tank may leak fuel, increasing the risk of fire if there is an ignition source. A dealer will replace the fuel tank free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of fire.
    Remedy
    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).
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  11. Moisture may reduce rear camera image clarity

    Reported August 3, 2020Model years 2020NHTSA campaign 20V452000102 vehicles affected

    Moisture can enter the rear camera holder and reduce image clarity, limiting the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. Dealers will modify the holder to improve water drainage, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
    Defect
    Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2020 Flying Spur vehicles. Moisture can enter the Top View rear camera holder and result in a reduction in the clarity of the rear view camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
    Consequence
    A reduction in the quality of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will modify the top view camera holder to improve the water draining ability, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2020. Owner may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE 20/21.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  12. Battery cable connection may overheat

    Reported October 26, 2015Model years 2011–2014DVSA recall R/2015/197EU Safety Gate A12/1347/1510,926 vehicles affected

    A loose battery cable connection at the bulkhead may prevent starting and, in rare circumstances under high electrical load, overheat and cause a fire. The nut will be replaced with a prevailing torque nut and tightened correctly.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    RISK OF FIRE
    Defect
    There is a possibility that the bolted connection of the battery cable where it passes through the bulkhead may be loose on a small number of vehicles. In most instances the customer is unable to start the engine. However in very rare cases if the battery is significantly discharged and the vehicle is being operated under increased electrical load a loose electrical connection can overheat whilst the vehicle is in use. If the above circumstances occur in very rare cases there could be a fire.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the original nut with a prevailing torque nut and tightened to the correct torque.

  13. Battery cable connection may overheat

    Reported October 21, 2015Model years 2014NHTSA campaign 15V6880007,778 vehicles affected

    A loose battery cable connection at the firewall may overheat and cause a fire. Dealers will replace the securing nut free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
    Defect
    Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Continental GT vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, to April 30, 2014, 2012-2015 Continental GTC vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, to June 30, 2014, 2012-2013 Continental Flying Spur vehicles manufactured March 31, 2011, to August 30, 2012, and 2014 Flying Spur vehicles manufactured February 28, 2013, to April 28, 2014. In the affected vehicles, a battery cable connection may be loose at the firewall.
    Consequence
    A loose battery cable may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the battery cable securing nut, free of charge. The recall began on November 17, 2015. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE15/15.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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