climate control intermittently operable. only works half the time. can't regulate the fan control as the touch screen control systems fails to work
The worst 2021 Bentley Bentayga problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical1
- Lights1
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Recalls 7
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 23V592000 · Recall details
Back over prevention: display function
- What is wrong
- 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."
- Risk
- 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).
Recall number 22V743000 · Recall details
Seats
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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).
Recall number 22V257000 · Recall details
Equipment: other: owners/service/other manual
- What is wrong
- 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."
- Risk
- 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).
Recall number 21V975000 · Recall details
Electronic stability control (ESC): control module: software
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 21V647000 · Recall details
Seat belts: front: retractor
- What is wrong
- 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."
- Risk
- 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).
Recall number 21V605000 · Recall details
Suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assembly
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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).
Recall number 21V276000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2021 Bentley Bentayga 718
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Telephone Functionality
- Running gear
- Telephone Functionality
- Tyre tread/sidewall crack(s). Technical background: The issue is mainly evident on vehicles with very low...
- Usage of E10 fuel
- Exterior body corrosion | All models | 18MY onwards
- PDC Sensor Bracket Detaching | All models Customer statement / workshop findings: This TPI has been issued...
- Service info: Paint Damage/Anomalies | All Models
- AC System not Cooling
- Organ stop air regulator jammed / broken / electrical value wrong reading
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Is the 2021 Bentley Bentayga reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2021 Bentley Bentayga, close to a typical Bentayga model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2021 Bentley Bentayga?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint. Next is lights (1).
How many recalls does the 2021 Bentley Bentayga have?
7 recalls, covering fuel system, gasoline, back over prevention and seats.
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