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2021 Bentley Bentayga problems

The most common problem on the 2021 Bentley Bentayga is electrical system. Its complaint count is close to a typical Bentayga model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
7
Service bulletins
718
Worst area
Electrical

The worst 2021 Bentley Bentayga problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Electrical
    1
  • Lights
    1

Problems by type

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  • Electrical
    1
  • Lights
    1

Recalls 7

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pumpReported August 23, 2023 · 3,527 vehicles affected
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 functionReported October 5, 2022 · 3,134 vehicles affected
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

SeatsReported April 14, 2022 · 1,923 vehicles affected
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 manualReported December 15, 2021 · 3,777 vehicles affected
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: softwareReported August 18, 2021 · 28 vehicles affected
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: retractorReported August 4, 2021 · 33 vehicles affected
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 assemblyReported April 21, 2021 · 206 vehicles affected
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

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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.

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What 2021 Bentley Bentayga owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Nov 28, 2022 · Electrical, Lights · IL

climate control intermittently operable. only works half the time. can't regulate the fan control as the touch screen control systems fails to work

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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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