What Bentley Continental owners have reported to NHTSA, the service bulletins the manufacturer sent dealers, and any federal defect investigations, by model year. See Bentley Continental safety recalls or check your VIN.
Complaints owners filed with NHTSA, by the model year of the vehicle. A high count can also mean a popular year, so compare it with how many were sold.
| Year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injured | Deaths | TSBs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 222 |
| 2025 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 315 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 355 |
| 2023 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 523 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 692 |
| 2021 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 792 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 882 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 804 |
| 2018 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 789 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 168 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 155 |
| 2015 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 191 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 198 |
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 244 |
| 2012 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 226 |
| 2011 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 141 |
| 2010 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 119 |
The vehicle systems named most often in Bentley Continental complaints (one complaint can name several).
In the owners’ own words, as filed with NHTSA. Unverified reports; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
On December 2, 2025 I was driving on interstate 26, and warning lights came on, at the same time steering locked up and was I unable to steer. I did manage to slowly leave right lane, about 200 yards, and enter shoulder. I turned off and restarted many times and finally the steering unlocked. In Sept. car was brought to dealer. They could not find anything wrong. Since the incident, other warning lights keep coming on but steering not affected.
On Monday December 4, 2023, at about 1:30pm, it was a normal sunny day, I was headed eastbound on [XXX] . I was coming to a stop at the intersection of Airport Rd. I was in the turn lane to go north on Airport Rd. No one was in front of me. As I was almost stopped, only going one or two mph, the car suddenly lurched forward. Since my right foot was already on the brake I quickly pushed the brake down with full force and was able to stop the car. If there had been another car in front of me, or a person crossing the intersection I would of hit the car or person. Two days before I had heard about the 2022 Bentley Flying Spur crashing in Niagara Falls. When I heard of this crash I immediately …
The front seats in this vehicle, when moved to allow back seat access, do not return to the original position. They move totally backward, trapping the person sitting in the back. My friend had to remove her shoes and actually pull her legs out using her hands and arms. Had there been an accident or a fire, this person would be killed before she could escape. I know it has been recalled and I took it to the dealer for the service. Dimmit automotive Service Department had the car for 24 hours and the seat is not fixed. This is a dangerous recall. How can I get Dimmit Automotive in Pinellas Park, Florida, to actually do this repair? Please, I have grandchildren who love to ride in the …
The contact owns a 2021 Bentley Continental GT. The contact stated that an occupant was trapped in the rear seat of the vehicle. The contact called the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V550000 (Seats) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 5,000.
TOOLS PROVIDED BY THE MANUFACTURER CANNOT BE USED ON WHEEL NUTS ON THE WHEEL DUE TO INCORRECT SIZES, THE REAR TIRE OF THE CAR WENT FLAT ON THE HIGHWAY AT 10:50 PM AND TRY TO INSTALL SPARE TIRE ON THE SIDE OF STREET BUT THE TOOLS PROVIDED FROM THE FACTORY AS AN EMERGENCY TOOLS DID NOT FIT TO UNINSTALL THE FLAT TIRE AND REINSTALL THE SPARE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BENTLEY CONTINENTAL GT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED UNDER THE ASSUMPTION THAT IT WAS EQUIPPED WITH ALL SEASON TIRES; HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WAS EQUIPPED WITH SUMMER TIRES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE EXPERIENCED DIFFICULTY MANEUVERING THE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING IN SNOW. ALSO, WHILE DRIVING 8 MPH OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, THE VEHICLE SPUN AROUND AND CRASHED INTO A CURB EXTREMELY HARD. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT OF THE CRASH. THE CONTACT WAS NOT INJURED. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO BENTLEY EDISON (808 US-1, EDISON, NJ 08817, (732) 395-2900) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED WITH $25,000 WORTH OF DAMAGE. THE CONTACT WAS INFO…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BENTLEY CONTINENTAL FLYING SPUR. WHEN THE CONTACT PLACED THE VEHICLE IN REVERSE, THE REAR CAMERA TOOK 15 TO 25 SECONDS TO ACTIVATE. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS WARMED UP, IT FUNCTIONED PROPERLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT COULD NOT BE DIAGNOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 2,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
Repair instructions and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about known issues. A TSB is not a recall, and the repair is usually free only while the car is under warranty; ask your dealer for the bulletin number.
HVAC Auto Fan - Auto Function Not Operating Correctly l Cont GT/C, Flying Spur. Customer Statement: Customers may report that the HVAC Auto function is not operating as intended. When Auto mode is selected, the air conditioning system remains at the lowest fan speed only. Instead of adjusting automatically, the fan does not increase speed as expected
Drive system fault - Camshaft position sensor DTC. Customer may state following concerns: Drive system fault on the dashboard Abnormal engine noise on engine start-up
Windscreen replacement criteria whilst under manufacturers warranty.
Service info: Paint Damage/Anomalies | All Models
27MY Transmission Spurious DTCs. Technical background: Some 27MY vehicles may sporadically log a transmission low oil pressure DTC following a specific driving manoeuvre. This is due to a software diagnostic threshold and does not indicate a transmission hardware fault, low transmission oil level, or any impact to vehicle operation. No warning messages are displayed to the customer.
Software Update | Window Short Drop Deletion | Continental GT/GTC | 26MY (SC25 /31). Software update is available for the left and right hand rear door control modules - Diagnostic address 00BB Driver side and 00BC Passenger side The software eliminates the rear window short drop function
12V Battery Compatibility | Continental GT/GTC/Flying Spur | 26MY. Customer statement / workshop findings: This TPI is intended to give definitive guidance on the installation of the latest 12V battery in 26MY vehicles. The need for clarity arises due to software dependencies that affect battery approval and functionality.
Real Wear Setup and Guide using VYSOR
Engine Overheating - Warning in the DIP | V8 Kovomo. Customer statement / workshop findings: One or a combination of the following symptoms are evident ⢠Engine overheat warning in the DIP (Engine overheating) ⢠Unusual cooling fan operation at high temperatures ⢠P19F700: Low engine coolant temperature indicator lamp coolant too warm ⢠Signs of coolant in the vacuum hoses for switch valve N649
Rear Lid Latch Stud Inspection | Continental GT | 26MY (SC26/22). Technical background: On affected vehicles, the rear lid latch stud mounting area may exhibit movement or damage within the rear lid structure. To ensure the continued integrity and durability of the rear lid latch assembly, an inspection of the latch stud mounting area must be carried out.
All wheel drive, air suspension and differential warning on DIP DTC U013200 is present in 0019. Customer states one of the following intermittent concerns: ⢠Red Air Suspension warning on the instrument cluster. ⢠Amber warnings for Sports Differential and Bentley Dynamic Ride on the instrument cluster
Service info: Leather Damage/Anomalies | All Models
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation public data (complaints, manufacturer communications, investigations), model years 2010 and later. Had a safety problem? Report it to NHTSA.
In complaints filed with NHTSA for model years 2010–2027, owners most often name: electrical system, engine, seats. 10 complaints are on record.
No. A complaint is an unverified report from an owner. A technical service bulletin (TSB) is the manufacturer telling dealers how to fix a known issue; it is not a safety recall and is usually covered only under warranty. A recall is a formal safety action, and its repair is free.
File a vehicle safety complaint at NHTSA.gov. NHTSA reads every report, and patterns of complaints are what open defect investigations and, eventually, recalls.
