Bentley Bentayga Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

Q: How many recalls does the Bentley Bentayga have?

The Bentley Bentayga has 8 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA, spanning model years 2017 through 2026. Individual vehicles may be subject to fewer recalls depending on their specific model year and production date.

Q: Is my Bentayga under recall?

Whether your specific Bentayga is subject to a recall depends on your vehicle's exact VIN, not just the model year. A recall may apply to a specific production date range or certain build configurations. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov/recalls to see which, if any, open recalls apply to your exact vehicle.

Q: What is the most recalled Bentayga year?

Based on NHTSA recall data, the 2018 Bentley Bentayga has the most recall campaigns associated with it, with 3 campaigns. However, this reflects recall campaigns for that model year — not necessarily the number of defects in vehicles built that year.

8 recall campaigns on record across 5 model years of the Bentley Bentayga. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

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5 affected model yearsMost recalled year: 2018

Affected Model Years

20261R 20231R 20191R 20183R 20172R

R = recalls · C = complaints. Click a year to see the full problems report.

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Seat/Restraints3 campaigns (38%)

Engine2 campaigns (25%)

Other2 campaigns (25%)

Airbag1 campaign (13%)

All Bentley Bentayga Recall Campaigns

#16V8160002017 Bentley BentaygaSeat/Restraints

Issued: Oct 11, 2016

SEATS

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain model year 2017 Bentayga vehicles manufactured March 1, 2016, to September 30, 2016. During the assembly process, the affected vehicles may not have had the seat mechanism and instrument panel joints properly tightened.

Risk: If the seat mechanism and instrument panel joints were not tightened, they can loosen, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy: Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the seat mechanism and instrument panel joints, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2017. Owners…

#23V5920002017 Bentley BentaygaEngine

Issued: Invalid Date

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

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.

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.…

#18V6320002018 Bentley BentaygaOther

Issued: Invalid Date

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2018 Bentley Mulsanne and 2018 Bentayga vehicles. When reverse gear has been selected, the rearview camera display may be obstructed or may not be fully visible within two seconds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of F…

Risk: If the full camera view is obstructed or delayed and the driver does not check their surroundings before backing up, there may be an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy: Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the software in the infotainment system, free of charge. The recall began October 19, 2018. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-80…

#20V1540002018 Bentley BentaygaSeat/Restraints

Issued: Invalid Date

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Bentayga vehicles equipped with third-row seats. The third-row upper seat belt attachment may not stay connected to the vehicle in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehic…

Risk: If the seat belt is not properly secured in the event of a crash, the occupant will not be properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy: Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the upper seat belt attachment bolt, free of charge. The recall began May 20, 2020. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923…

#20V0920002018 Bentley BentaygaAirbag

Issued: Invalid Date

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Bentayga vehicles. In the event of a crash, the side curtain air bags may not properly inflate.

Risk: An air bag that does not properly inflate in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began April 10, 2020. All vehicles (4) have been remedied as of October 29, 2020. Owners may co…

#20V3210002019 Bentley BentaygaEngine

Issued: Feb 6, 2020

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Bentayga vehicles. A fuel line quick connector located in the engine compartment may leak.

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line and quick connector, free of charge. The recall began September 11, 2020. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-…

#23V3860002023 Bentley BentaygaSeat/Restraints

Issued: Invalid Date

SEATS

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bentayga 5-seat vehicles. The second-row seats may be installed incorrectly and not locked on all seat rails.

Risk: An unlocked seat rail can move in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to occupants.

Remedy: Bentley 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 July 11, 2023. Owners may contac…

#26V2310002026 Bentley BentaygaOther

Issued: Oct 4, 2026

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2026 Bentayga vehicles. The maximum vehicle capacity weight value on the tire placard label is incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Risk: Incorrect weight information may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the tire information placard, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 4, 2026. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number f…

Recalls by Component

2Engine Recalls

#23V592000MY 2017

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

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.

#20V321000MY 2019

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Bentayga vehicles. A fuel line quick connector located in the engine compartment may leak.

1Airbag Recalls

#20V092000MY 2018

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Bentayga vehicles. In the event of a crash, the side curtain air bags may not properly inflate.

Bentley Bentayga Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the Bentley Bentayga have?

The Bentley Bentayga has 8 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 2017 through 2026.

Is my Bentayga under recall?

Recall applicability depends on your specific VIN — not just the model year. Some recalls cover only certain production date ranges or trim levels. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov for an exact answer.

What is the most recalled Bentayga year?

Based on NHTSA data, the 2018 Bentley Bentayga has the highest recall campaign count (3 campaigns). However, the total count of campaigns is not the same as the number of defects — some campaigns are issued as expansions of earlier recalls.

Does a Bentayga recall mean my car is unsafe to drive?

Not necessarily. Recalls range from critical safety hazards — where NHTSA advises against driving — to minor inconveniences like a label error. Check the consequence field of each recall to understand the severity. If your specific VIN is subject to an open recall, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Who pays for recall repairs on a Bentayga?

The manufacturer is legally required to pay for all recall repairs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer, regardless of whether you are the original owner or whether the vehicle is out of warranty.

Check Your Specific Bentley Bentayga for Open Recalls

Model-level recall data tells you what campaigns exist. A VIN-specific check tells you exactly which ones apply to your vehicle — based on production date, serial number, and configuration.

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