2018 Bentley Bentayga problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes (1)
Safety recalls (4)
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump 2023-08-23 · campaign 23V592000 · 3,527 vehicles
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.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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.
Seat Belts:rear/Other 2020-03-18 · campaign 20V154000 · 281 vehicles
Defect: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Bentayga vehicles equipped with third-row seats. The third-row upper seat belt attachment may not stay connected to the vehicle in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Risk: If the seat belt is not properly secured in the event of a crash, the occupant will not be properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the upper seat belt attachment bolt, free of charge. The recall began May 20, 2020. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE20/06.
Air Bags:side/Window 2020-02-17 · campaign 20V092000 · 4 vehicles
Defect: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Bentayga vehicles. In the event of a crash, the side curtain air bags may not properly inflate.
Risk: An air bag that does not properly inflate in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began April 10, 2020. All vehicles (4) have been remedied as of October 29, 2020. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE20/04.
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera 2018-09-14 · campaign 18V632000 · 12 vehicles
Defect: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2018 Bentley Mulsanne and 2018 Bentayga vehicles. When reverse gear has been selected, the rearview camera display may be obstructed or may not be fully visible within two seconds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Risk: If the full camera view is obstructed or delayed and the driver does not check their surroundings before backing up, there may be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the software in the infotainment system, free of charge. The recall began October 19, 2018. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE 18/11.
Service bulletins (751)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Structure:body 2026-09-28 · 2078038/6 · Service Campaign
service info: paint damage/anomalies | all models customer statement / workshop findings: in rare instances the customer and/or retailer may identify visual damage/anomalies in the paint finish during or post pre-delivery inspection. these may include: • uneven sheen or texture • patchy or blotchy a
Visibility/Wiper 2026-08-27 · 2057841/5 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
windscreen replacement criteria whilst under manufacturers warranty.
Structure:body 2026-08-27 · 2078038/5 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service info: paint damage/anomalies | all models
Unknown Or Other 2026-08-19 · 2083061/1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
real wear setup and guide using vysor
Engine 2026-08-19 · 2061369/14 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 tempera
Steering 2026-08-11 · 2082806/1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
steering rack requires replacement | bentayga | 17-18my
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What owners report
2023-03-12 · Service Brakes“on july 19, 2019, with 8800 miles on my 2018 bentley bentayga, i took it into an authorized bentley dealer repair shop for routine service. i was advised that the brakes, front, and back were dangerously low. there was no prior warning or indication of this problem. i had the front and back brakes replaced. in september 2022 with approximately 16,…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.