2018 Bentley Mulsanne problems, complaints & recalls
Safety recalls (2)
Seat Belts:rear/Other 2019-01-15 · campaign 19V033000 · 1,059 vehicles
Defect: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Bentley Mulsanne vehicles. In the event of a crash, the rear seat belt anchor may detach from the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the rear seat belt buckle detaches, the seat occupant would have an increased risk of injury.
Fix: Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will improve the strength of the rear seat belt mounting by adding an additional reinforcement panel to the body structure, free of charge. The recall began March 7, 2019. Owners may contact Bentley Customer Service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE 19/01.
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 (175)
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.
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
Electrical System 2026-07-17 · 2055036/9 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
my bentley - connected services. customer statement / workshop findings: complaints relating to my bentley connected services.
Electrical System 2026-07-17 · 2051562/17 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
12 volt - battery condition checks - battery replacement requirements
Engine 2026-07-16 · 2028794/10 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
engine coolant mixture - restrictions on use of desalinated water.
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What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.