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Checking BENTLEY Recall Notices When Buying a Used BENTLEY Car

Purchasing a used BENTLEY car can be a savvy financial decision, but it also comes with its own set of challenges and risks. One critical aspect that can often be overlooked is checking for any outstanding recall notices on the vehicle. Recalls are issued by BENTLEY to address safety issues that could potentially lead to accidents, injuries, or even fatalities. Hence, ignoring them could be perilous. In this article, we discuss why it's important to check for recall notices and how you can go about doing it.

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Why Check for Recalls?

Manufacturers issue recalls when they discover defects or issues that may compromise the safety of a vehicle. These defects can range from faulty airbags and brakes to electrical system malfunctions. When you purchase a used BENTLEY car, it may have one or more such unresolved issues that the previous owner didn't address. Ensuring that any recall work has been completed not only safeguards you and your passengers but also adds to the longevity and reliability of the vehicle.

Steps to Check for Recall Notices

Checking for recall notices might seem like a daunting task, but it is fairly straightforward. Here are some simple steps you can follow:

Obtain the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): The VIN is a unique 17-character serial number that can usually be found on the driver’s side dashboard or inside the driver’s side door. It can also be found in the vehicle's registration and insurance documents.
Enter the VIN: Enter your VIN number here to carry out a free recall check. The results will provide details on the specific issues and whether they have been resolved.
Search by Make & Manufacturer: Select the Vehicle Type, Manufacturer, and model to carry out a vehicle recall check here.
Contact the Manufacturer or Local Dealer: If you find any outstanding recalls, contact the vehicle manufacturer or your local dealer to get them resolved. Most recall work is done free of charge.

Additional Tips

Ask for Maintenance Records: Request maintenance and repair records from the seller, which may indicate if recall work has already been done.
Use Our Services: There are several services available online that compile vehicle history reports, including recall information. Though there will be a small fee if you want the complete history, it can be well worth the peace of mind.
Stay Updated: Sign up for email alerts from the manufacturer to receive notifications of any future recalls.

Conclusion

Ensuring that a used car is free from any unresolved recall notices is a key step in the car-buying process. It's a simple yet essential practice that can help you avoid potential safety hazards and costly repairs down the road. By taking the time to check, you'll contribute to a safer driving experience for yourself and others on the road.

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We have BENTLEY recalls for the models below.

Bentayga

Bentayga V8

Continental

Continental 24

Continental Flying Spur

Continental GT

Continental GT Convertible

Continental GTC

Continental GTC and Flying Spur

Continental Supersports and Continental Supersports Convertible

Flying Spur

GT Convertible (GTC)

Mulsanne

05/06/2020 - Bentley
Continental GT, Flying Spur

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The adhesive bond between the sunroof and the vehicle body does not meet the specifications. As a result, the sunroof may detach from the vehicle, posing a risk to the following traffic.

Model Numbers:

e13*2007/46*0634

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 2 and 21 January 2020.

Recall Code:

RE20/15 (RB57)

For more information and see the full recall View

05/06/2020 - Bentley
Continental GT, Flying Spur

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The adhesive bond between the sunroof and the vehicle body does not meet the specifications. As a result, the sunroof may detach from the vehicle, posing a risk to the following traffic.

Model Numbers:

e13*2007/46*0634

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 2 and 21 January 2020.

Recall Code:

RE20/15 (RB57)

For more information and see the full recall View

08/05/2020 - Bentley
Bentayga

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The curtain airbags may be welded incorrectly.As a result, they may not properly inflate in the event of an accident, increasing the risk of injury.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval number: e11*2007/46*3609*05, Type: 4V

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured in May 2019.

Recall Code:

RE20/04

For more information and see the full recall View

17/04/2020 - Bentley
Bentayga

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Check This Car for the following recall:

In the third row of seats, the D-loop of the seat belt pillar might not be robust enough.In the event of an accident, they might detach, releasing the seat belt and increasing the risk of the passenger of suffering injuries.

Model Numbers:

E11*2007*/46*3609* , E5*2007*/46*1125*

Production Dates:

09/09/2016 to 20/12/2019

Recall Code:

RE20/06 (RB48)

For more information and see the full recall View

17/01/2020 - Bentley
Continental 24, Continental Supersports and Continental Supersports Convertible

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The connecting hose of the hydraulic power assisted steering system may detach from connecting pipe of the cooler. Consequently, hydraulic steering fluid could leak, resulting in a loss of steering control and increasing the risks of an accident, to following traffic and of a fire.

Model Numbers:

E11*2001/116*0221*24

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured from 02/10/2016 to 27/01/2018

Recall Code:

RE 19/27 (RB41)

For more information and see the full recall View

17/01/2020 - Bentley
Continental 24, Continental Supersports and Continental Supersports Convertible

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

E11*2001/116*0221*24

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured from 02/10/2016 to 27/01/2018

Recall Code:

RE 19/27 (RB41)

For more information and see the full recall View

21/06/2019 - Bentley
Continental GT

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Due to software fault, the centre console switch pack could suffer loss of specific Controller Area Network (CAN) and Local Interconnected Network (LIN)-based functions. This could result in loss of illumination and loss of operations of certain functions of the centre console. If the functions fail, the hazard warning lights and defrost demist functionality of the vehicle will be inoperable, increasing the risk of an accident.

Model Numbers:

Type-approval numbers: e13*2007/46*0634*01, e13*2007/46*0634*02, e13*2007/46*0634*03

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 22 January 2018 and 06 March 2019.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

01/02/2019 - Bentley
Mulsanne

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The body mounting panels of the rear seatbelt buckle anchorages have been made using an incorrect grade of material. In the event of an impact accident, if the rear centre seat is occupied at the same time as an outer rear seat, the rear seatbelt buckle may become detached from the bodywork, leading to injuries.

Model Numbers:

Type approval numbers: e11*KS07/46*0116*00, e11*KS07/46*0116*01, e11*KS07/46*0116*02, e11*KS07/46*0116*03, e11*KS07/46*0116*04, e11*KS07/46*0116*05

Production Dates:

The affected vehicles were manufactured between 08/03/2012 and 21/07/2018

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

01/02/2019 - Bentley
Continental GT

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Due to a software fault a temporary loss of power assistance could occur, requiring the driver to apply additional steering force. This could lead to an accident.

Model Numbers:

Type approval numbers:e13*2007/46*0634*01e13*2007/46*0634*02

Production Dates:

Specific vehicles built between 22/01/2018 and 17/12/2018

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

11/08/2017 - Bentley
Continental Supersports and Continental Supersports Convertible

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Check This Car for the following recall:

A pipe to the power-steering cooler can come loose, leading to a risk of fire as well as loss of power-steering assistance, which could lead to an accident.

Model Numbers:

E11*2001/116*0221*24

Production Dates:

Vehicles built between 19/05/2017 and 05/07/2017.

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

02/12/2016 - Bentley
Bentayga

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Check This Car for the following recall:

Some joints may not have been tightened correctly in the seat system and instrument panel and there is a possibility that they could loosen over time, increasing the risk of injury to occupants in the event of an accident.

Model Numbers:

EC-type approval: e11*KS07/46*3141*01, e11*2007/46*3609*00

Production Dates:

Built between 26/11/2015 and 15/11/2016

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View

05/08/2016 - Bentley
Continental Flying Spur

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The glass panel in the roof may be insufficiently bonded to the sliding sunroof panel. The glass panel could fall and injure car occupants and/or cause a vehicle crash.

Model Numbers:

EC type approval: e11*2001/116*0221; SCBBE53W47C048927-SCBBF53W29C061062

Production Dates:

Vehicles affected have been produced between 25/4/07-31/10/08

Recall Code:

For more information and see the full recall View