NHTSA vehicle safety data
2021 Bentley Bentayga Recalls & Complaints
The 2021 Bentley Bentayga has 7 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Bentley dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2021 Bentley Bentayga. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2021 Bentley Bentayga owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2021 Bentley Bentayga, describing incidents dated November 28, 2022.
Most-cited components
- Electrical System 1 complaint
- Exterior Lighting 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #11495207 · Filed
climate control intermittently operable. only works half the time. can't regulate the fan control as the touch screen control systems fails to work
Fuel Supply Module May Overheat and Melt Flange
NHTSA #23V592000 · Fuel System, Gasoline — Delivery — Fuel Pump · NHTSA notice
Reported August 23, 2023 · Bentley Motors, Inc.
Potentially affected: 3,527 vehicles
Repair completion: 73.06% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Bentley campaign RE23/19 · Owners notified October 20, 2023
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Blank Rearview Camera Image/FMVSS 111
NHTSA #22V743000 · Back Over Prevention — Display Function · NHTSA notice
Reported October 5, 2022 · Bentley Motors, Inc.
Potentially affected: 3,134 vehicles
Repair completion: 82.26% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Bentley campaign RE 22/29 (RC54) · Owners notified November 17, 2022
Defect description
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."
Safety consequence
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.
Manufacturer remedy
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).
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Second Row Seats Not Correctly Installed
NHTSA #22V257000 · Seats · NHTSA notice
Reported April 14, 2022 · Bentley Motors, Inc.
Potentially affected: 1,923 vehicles
Repair completion: 84.4% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Bentley campaign RC22/10 (RC36) · Owners notified May 16, 2022
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
An unlocked seat rail could move in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to occupants.
Manufacturer remedy
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).
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Incorrect Air Bag Information in Manual/FMVSS 208
NHTSA #21V975000 · Equipment — Other — Owners/Service/Other Manual · NHTSA notice
Reported December 15, 2021 · Bentley Motors, Inc.
Potentially affected: 3,777 vehicles
Repair completion: 90.76% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Bentley campaign RE21/43 (RC26) · Owners notified February 10, 2022
Defect description
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."
Safety consequence
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.
Manufacturer remedy
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).
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
ESC Malfunction May Cause Loss of Vehicle Control
NHTSA #21V647000 · Electronic Stability Control (ESC) — Control Module — Software · NHTSA notice
Reported August 18, 2021 · Bentley Motors, Inc.
Potentially affected: 28 vehicles
Repair completion: 78.57% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Bentley campaign RE21/29 · Owners notified October 5, 2021
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
A malfunctioning ESC system can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Seat Belt Locking Retractor Malfunction/FMVSS 208
NHTSA #21V605000 · Seat Belts — Front — Retractor · NHTSA notice
Reported August 4, 2021 · Bentley Motors, Inc.
Potentially affected: 33 vehicles
Repair completion: 84.85% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Bentley campaign RE21/31 (RC13) · Owners notified September 30, 2021
Defect description
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."
Safety consequence
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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).
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rear Axle Lock Nuts May Break
NHTSA #21V276000 · Suspension — Rear — Axle — Non-Powered Axle Assembly · NHTSA notice
Reported April 21, 2021 · Bentley Motors, Inc.
Potentially affected: 206 vehicles
Repair completion: 85.44% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Bentley campaign RE21/17 (RB98) · Owners notified June 16, 2021
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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).
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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