2021 BENTLEY BENTAYGA — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
N/A
Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
7
Recalls
187
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2021 BENTLEY BENTAYGA
The 2021 BENTLEY BENTAYGA has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 9 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP, BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION, SEATS. 187 technical service bulletins have been issued by Bentley Motors, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Electrical System (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2021 BENTLEY BENTAYGA
NHTSA has recorded 9 recalls for the 2021 BENTLEY BENTAYGA, potentially affecting up to 16,438 vehicles.
Recall 23V592000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
| 3,527 vehicles affected
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.
Consequence: 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.
View full details →Recall 22V743000 — BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
| 3,134 vehicles affected
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."
Consequence: 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).
View full details →Recall 22V257000 — SEATS
| 1,923 vehicles affected
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.
Consequence: 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...
View full details →Recall 21V975000 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
| 3,777 vehicles affected
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...
View full details →Recall 21V975000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
| 3,777 vehicles affected
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...
View full details →Recall 21V647000 — ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
| 28 vehicles affected
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.
Consequence: 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.
View full details →Recall 21V605000 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
| 33 vehicles affected
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."
Consequence: 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...
View full details →Recall 21V605000 — SEAT BELTS
| 33 vehicles affected
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."
Consequence: 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...
View full details →Recall 21V276000 — SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
| 206 vehicles affected
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.
Consequence: 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).
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2021 BENTLEY BENTAYGA
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2021 BENTLEY BENTAYGA. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
climate control intermittently operable. only works half the time. can't regulate the fan control as the touch screen control systems fails to work
climate control intermittently operable. only works half the time. can't regulate the fan control as the touch screen control systems fails to work
Safety Rating for the 2021 BENTLEY BENTAYGA
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2021 BENTLEY BENTAYGA in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2021 BENTLEY BENTAYGA
Bentley Motors, Inc. has issued 187 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2021 BENTLEY BENTAYGA. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
2058484/14 — FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Bentayga V8 Kovomo - DTC P310B00 with Symptom Code 2638 - Check Engine Lamp - Fuel Pressure Regulation. Condition: Engine warning lamp is illuminated within the Driver Instrument Panel (DIP)
2074757/3 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Calendar function - No longer available. Condition: Calendar feature in the MMI does not work although the tile is visible Calendar feature in the ‘MyBentley’ App no longer visible
2079175/1 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MIB3 Telecom Infotainment MMI becoming stuck on the 'initialisation/loading' screen | Bentayga Series | 21-23MY. Customer Statement: The customer complains of an issue with MMI becoming stuck on the 'initialisation/loading' screen.
2078373/1 — STRUCTURE:BODY
Sunroof blind not retracting | Bentayga Series | 17-26MY. Condition: Customer may report that the sunroof blind is stuck in the open position and cannot be closed using interior controls. The Sunroof blind is stuck due to uneven/ruffled or crumped during open or closing.
2071239/3 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Engine Overheating - Coolant Pump Leaking and Low Coolant Warning | W12. One or a combination of the following is evident: • Coolant leaking from the mechanical coolant pump • Coolant witness marks on the mechanical coolant pump although coolant is not leaking/dripping from the pump • Low coolant level...
2068981/2 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Rear seat massage function malfunction | Bentayga Series | 17MY - 25MY. Customer statement: The rear seat massage function is not working correctly Or The massage function appears to be unresponsive/weak regardless of the setting/function selected
2068981/2 — SEATS
Rear seat massage function malfunction | Bentayga Series | 17MY - 25MY. Customer statement: The rear seat massage function is not working correctly Or The massage function appears to be unresponsive/weak regardless of the setting/function selected
2068829/3 — STRUCTURE:BODY
Water ingress into the rear boot or lid | Bentayga Series | 17MY - 25MY. Customer statement: • Water ingress within the rear lid • Water dripping from the rear lid • Water ingress is evident within the boot • Water in some isolated cases may be heard moving/sloshing from...
2062080/10 — FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Bentayga V8 Kovomo and V6 (Hybrid) - Fuel Pressure Regulation - Numerous DTC's.
2062080/10 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Bentayga V8 Kovomo and V6 (Hybrid) - Fuel Pressure Regulation - Numerous DTC's.
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2021 BENTLEY BENTAYGA
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the BENTLEY BENTAYGA
- 2016 BENTLEY BENTAYGA — 0 complaints
- 2017 BENTLEY BENTAYGA — 16 complaints
- 2018 BENTLEY BENTAYGA — 1 complaint
- 2019 BENTLEY BENTAYGA — 1 complaint
- 2020 BENTLEY BENTAYGA — 0 complaints
- 2021 BENTLEY BENTAYGA (current)
- 2022 BENTLEY BENTAYGA — 0 complaints
- 2023 BENTLEY BENTAYGA — 0 complaints
- 2024 BENTLEY BENTAYGA — 0 complaints
- 2025 BENTLEY BENTAYGA — 0 complaints
- 2026 BENTLEY BENTAYGA — 0 complaints
Other BENTLEY Models
- BENTLEY CONTINENTAL FLYING SPUR — 13 total complaints
- BENTLEY CONTINENTAL GT — 10 total complaints
- BENTLEY FLYING SPUR — 5 total complaints
- BENTLEY CONTINENTAL — 4 total complaints
- BENTLEY CONTINENTAL GTC — 4 total complaints
- BENTLEY ARNAGE — 2 total complaints
- BENTLEY AZURE — 2 total complaints
- BENTLEY ARNAGE LWB — 1 total complaint