2021 Bentley Continental Gt problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Seats (2) · Steering (1)
Safety recalls (3)
Seat Belts:front:retractor 2022-03-23 · campaign 22V177000 · 25 vehicles
Defect: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Continental GT Convertible, Continental GT, and 2021-2022 Flying Spur vehicles. The front seat belt assemblies may have been incorrectly installed, resulting in the front passenger seat missing the automatic locking retractor (ALR). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: A missing ALR on a passenger seat belt may not properly secure a child restraint, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the affected seat belt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE22/08 (RC34).
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).
Seats:front Assembly:power Adjust 2021-07-21 · campaign 21V550000 · 3,647 vehicles
Defect: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Continental GT/GT Convertible vehicles. During some automated front seat movements, the front seat may trap a rear passenger's legs.
Risk: The rear passenger may become trapped by the front seat, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will update the software for the front seats, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE21/26 (RC08).
Service bulletins (794)
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
Structure:body 2026-09-28 · 2073973/3 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
continental gt / c and new flying spur - outer dashboard speaker grille lifted / incorrect flushness. customer statement / workshop findings: outer demister panel (speaker grille) lifted / incorrect flushness
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
Showing the 6 most recent of 794 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2025-12-13 · Steering“on december 2, 2025 i was driving on interstate 26, and warning lights came on, at the same time steering locked up and was i unable to steer. i did manage to slowly leave right lane, about 200 yards, and enter shoulder. i turned off and restarted many times and finally the steering unlocked. in sept. car was brought to dealer. they could not f…”
2022-02-19 · Seats“the front seats in this vehicle, when moved to allow back seat access, do not return to the original position. they move totally backward, trapping the person sitting in the back. my friend had to remove her shoes and actually pull her legs out using her hands and arms. had there been an accident or a fire, this person would be killed before she…”
2022-02-03 · Seats · 5,000 mi“the contact owns a 2021 bentley continental gt. the contact stated that an occupant was trapped in the rear seat of the vehicle. the contact called the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the contact stated the failure was related to nhtsa campaign number: 21v550000 (seats) however, the vin was not included. the manufacture…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.