2021 Bentley Flying Spur problems, complaints & recalls
Safety recalls (3)
Structure:critical Fasteners 2023-05-03 · campaign 23V314000 · 1,659 vehicles
Defect: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Flying Spur vehicles. The rear entertainment screen retention bracket, located in the rear of the front seats, may have been incorrectly installed.
Risk: An incorrectly installed retention bracket can result in the entertainment screen becoming a projectile during a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the retention brackets in both front seats, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2023. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE23/06 (RC71).
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).
Service bulletins (716)
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
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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.