2021 Bentley Bentayga problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Exterior Lighting (1)
Safety recalls (7)
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.
Back Over Prevention:display Function 2022-10-05 · campaign 22V743000 · 3,134 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Fix: 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).
Seats 2022-04-14 · campaign 22V257000 · 1,923 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Fix: 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).
Equipment:other:owners/Service/Other Manual 2021-12-15 · campaign 21V975000 · 3,777 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Fix: 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).
Electronic Stability Control (Esc):control Module:software 2021-08-18 · campaign 21V647000 · 28 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Fix: 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.
Seat Belts:front:retractor 2021-08-04 · campaign 21V605000 · 33 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Fix: 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).
Suspension:rear:axle:non-Powered Axle Assembly 2021-04-21 · campaign 21V276000 · 206 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Fix: 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).
Service bulletins (701)
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
Structure:body 2026-08-11 · 2078395/3 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service info: leather damage/anomalies | all models
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What owners report
2022-11-28 · Exterior Lighting“climate control intermittently operable. only works half the time. can't regulate the fan control as the touch screen control systems fails to work…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.