2019 Bentley Bentayga
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
4 recalls name the 2019 Bentley Bentayga. Newest first.
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 and remedy
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. Bentley's number for this recall is RE23/19.
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Bentayga vehicles. A fuel line quick connector located in the engine compartment may leak.
Risk and remedy
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 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE20/14.
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 Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly…
Risk and remedy
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. Bentley's number for this recall is RE20/06.
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 and remedy
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 contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE20/04.
Owner complaints
1 complaints
Latest complaints
- Fuel system, gasoline
The contact owns a 2019 Bentley Bentayga. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and occupied, while attempting to start the vehicle, the contact smelled an abnormal fuel odor inside the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. An independent mechanic was contacted. The…
The contact owns a 2019 Bentley Bentayga. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and occupied, while attempting to start the vehicle, the contact smelled an abnormal fuel odor inside the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 23V592000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) and 20V321000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the VIN was not included in the recalls. The contact had not noticed the fuel odor until the vehicle was serviced at the dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 37,000.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11011515High pitched whistle from the engine - Warning light within the DIP - Engine not running smoothly - Numerous DTC's. Customer statement/Workshop findings Emission control warning light evident within the DIP Engine not running/idling smoothly High pitched whistle from the right and left hand side of the engine TIP: Refer to video within the Bentley Hub referencing TPI 2075922/- A selection of DTCs are evident (as per TPI Event memory entries)
- 11009724Rear lid or boot - Water ingress diagnosis. Customer statement: Water ingress within the rear lid Water dripping from the rear lid Water ingress is evident within the boot Water in some isolated cases may be heard moving/sloshing from the inside of the rear lid
- 11009723Noises from Panoramic sun roof.
- 11009717Front windscreen - Water ingress - Left or right hand side Or water ingress from the top of the front windscreen. Customer statement / workshop findings: Water ingress into the cabin (Front windscreen)
- 11009715Keyless entry system (KESSY) function was found to be disabled when the vehicle was parked for a short duration of time. Customer statement / workshop findings: Keyless entry system (KESSY) function is disabled when the vehicle is parked for a short duration of time Technical background: The reported symptom is due to the Battery management shut off stages being too early due to the battery size being incorrectly entered on replacement
- 11009614Engine 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 temperature indicator lamp coolant too warm Signs of coolant in the vacuum hoses for switch valve N649
- 11009579Measured values - Cycle recording instructions. Technical background The instructions within the Measure section of this TPI have been generated to guide operatives through the process for recording Measured values in cycles by using self diagnosis, the Instructions also detail how to locate corresponding files which are required for analysis.
- 11009568EPB Warning light in DIP - Front door/s power latch system intermittent - DTC U112300 within Address 03 and Address 46. Customer statement / workshop findings: One or a combination of the following is evident within the DIP Electronic parking brake warning And/or Drivers door power latch intermittent operation warning
- 11008718Engine light in the DIP - Various oxygen sensor / Fuel ratio DTCs logged within the Engine Control Module(s). Customer statement / workshop findings: Engine light in the DIP - Various oxygen sensor / Fuel ratio DTCs logged within the Engine Control Module(s).
- 11008716Engine light in the DIP - Various Camshaft adjuster DTCs logged within the Engine Control Module(s). Customer statement / workshop findings: Engine light in the DIP - Various Camshaft adjuster DTCs logged within the Engine Control Module(s).
- 11008405Engine cooling system over cooling - One or a combination of DTC's may be evident P218100 - P1BB400. Customer statement / workshop findings: DTC P218100 - Cooling System Performance and / or DTC P1BB400 Cylinder head temperature too low is stored in the Engine Control Module (ECM). Emission Control Lamp illuminated on the Driver Instrument Panel.
- 11008400Engine coolant overheat warning in the DIP - One or a combination of DTC's may be evident P017B00 - P017C00 - P017E00. Customer statement: Engine coolant overheat warning within the DIP
- 11008227Lower and/or upper front suspension lever bushes - Warranty replacement guidelines.
- 11008224Driver / Passenger door(s) creak on close - All models (front and / or rear).
- 11007588Creaking/squeak noise from the front suspension (upper inner lever bushes).
- 11007587Engine Cooling System over cooling - DTC P218100 - V8 Kovomo. Technical background It is possible for the engine coolant Thermostat to corrode over time, this corrosion is due to an adverse reaction of the Thermostat material with the engine coolant. The corrosion and subsequent build-up of debris prevents the correct operation of the thermostat when closing, resulting in over cooling. The ECM triggers a DTC when the target engine temperature is outside of the specified parameter.
- 11006105Bentayga rear brake noise/squeal - Repair method depending on the brake noise frequency (Iron brakes only). Scenario 1 Vibration of 1.2 to 1.4 KHz is produced from the rear brakes whilst braking at low speed Whilst braking at low speed, a vibration of 1.2 to 1.4 KHz or 5 KHz can be produced from friction between the rear brake pad and disc resulting in rear brake noise/squeal Scenario 2 Vibration of 3.4 KHz is produced from the rear brakes While braking at low speed a vibration of 3.4 KHz can be produced during brake application at low speed resulting in rear brake noise/squeal Scenario 3 Vibration of 5 KHz is produced from the rear brakes whilst braking at low speed Whilst braking at low speed, a vibration of 5 KHz can be produced from friction between the rear brake pad and disc resulting in rear brake noise/squeal.
- 11003660DTC P0B2500 logged within address 0021 (Battery Energy Control Module 2) - Dynamic ride system warning visible. Customer statement: Bentley dynamic ride system fault is displayed within the Drivers Instrument Panel (DIP) Workshop findings: DTC P0B2500 - Hybrid/EV Battery "A" Voltage low is stored within address 21- Battery Energy Control Module 2 Technical background: Possible internal fault with the super capacitor
- 11003601DTC B2000F2: Faulty control module (Symptom code 4102) and/or night vision warning light evident within the (DIP). Customer statement: Night vision warning lamp (Figure 1) is evident with the Drivers Information Panel (DIP). Workshop findings: DTC - B2000F2: Faulty control module (Symptom code 4102) evident within address 0084 - Night vision control module.
- 11003191DTC P0B2500 logged within address 0021 (Battery Energy Control Module 2) - Dynamic ride system warning visible. Customer statement / workshop findings Customer statement: Bentley dynamic ride system fault is displayed within the Drivers Instrument Panel (DIP) Workshop findings: DTC P0B2500 - Hybrid/EV Battery "A" Voltage low is stored within address 21- Battery Energy Control Module 2 Technical background: Possible internal fault with the super capacitor
- 11000743Coolant pump leaking (part number 07P 121 008C) - Low coolant warning - Engine overheating - DTC's evident. Customer statement / workshop findings: One or a combination of the following is evident: Coolant leaking from the mechanical coolant pump Coolant witness marks on the mechanical coolant pump although coolant is not leaking/dripping from the pump Low coolant level warning displayed within the DIP Or Engine overheating issues and/or DTC P218100: Cooling System Performance with symptom code 8113 or air in the coolant DTCs (various) is evident, in this scenario the operative should also refer to TPI 2051893
- 11000734Coolant pump leaking (part number 07P 121 008B) - Low coolant warning - Engine overheating - DTC's evident. Customer statement / workshop findings: One or a combination of the following is evident: Coolant leaking from the mechanical coolant pump Coolant witness marks on the mechanical coolant pump although coolant is not leaking/dripping from the pump Low coolant level warning displayed within the DIP Or Engine overheating issues and/or DTC P218100: Cooling System Performance with symptom code 8113 or air in the coolant DTCs (various) is evident in this scenario the operative should refer to TPI 2051893/-
- 11000693Unintended sounding of the Alarm siren - Following activation of the ignition or whilst the vehicle is left standing. Workshop findings The following DTCs could also be evident within diagnostic address 0046 and/or 00BB and/or 00BC B131DF5: alarm system siren supply voltage lower limit value less than B131D29: sirens / alarm horn for anti-theft warning system Range/Performance B131D29: anti-theft alarm system siren / alarm horn signal, not valid
- 10252823Bentayga V8 Kovomo - DTC P227900 evident within the engine control unit 0001. Customer statement / workshop findings - Engine warning lamp illuminated within the Driver Instrument Panel (DIP) - DTC P227900 is evident within Engine control unit 0001 in conjunction with DTC P030000 - Whistle noise may also be evident from the engine.
- 10252818HVAC refrigerant leakage suspected or reports of a damp/musty smell within the cabin - Diagnosis guidelines. Customer statement / workshop findings: HVAC not cooling / HVAC cooling less than expected / HVAC refrigerant leakage confirmed Or The customer reports a damp/musty smell within the cabin Note: For this scenario please see the pre requisites below - Should no HVAC leak be evident and a damp/musty smell has been reported/identified the operative should first confirm that water is not leaking into the cabin please refer to all VIN applicable TPIs - Should there be no water leaks evident, the operative should check the HVAC and body drains for blockages, in the event the drains are blocked the drains must be unblocked, once this has been completed the operative should confirm if the damp/musty smell is still evident.
- 1025244612 Volt - Battery condition checks. Customer statement / workshop findings: 12 volt battery flat or unserviceable Technical background: For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim refer to the instructions within the Measure section.
- 10251507The Netflix application cannot be updated within the (BYOC) rear seat entertainment system. Customer statement / workshop findings: Netflix application update prompt is shown within the (BYOC) rear seat entertainment system. Technical background: In the event the issue described is evident the operative should conduct the instructions within the Measure section.
- 10251253Engine overheating - Warning on the DIP - V8 Kovomo. Customer statement / workshop findings: - Customer reports an engine overheat warning within the DIP - Engine overheating - Unusual cooling fan operation at high temperatures - There are no obvious signs of coolant leaks both internally or externally Workshop findings - P19F700: Low engine coolant temperature indicator lamp Coolant too warm - Signs of coolant in the vacuum hoses (Refer to the video on the Bentley Hub referencing TPI 2061369.
- 10251227DTC P04F000 EVAP system high pressure purge line performance DTC logged. Customer statement / workshop findings: Emission control system warning light illuminated within the DIP. Workshop findings: DTC P04F000 EVAP system high pressure purge line performance DTC evident within the engine control unit Technical background: The DTC is related to mismatched terminal locations of the Pressure sensor for the activated charcoal filter system G804.
- 10251110V8 Kovomo - Bentayga - Water pump drive gear cover (Deletion). The cover is no longer fitted on replacement water pumps, the cover is not required and MUST not be transferred to the new water pump The operative should fit the new water pump without the cover as shown in Figure 2 NOTE: DISS queries or Service calls should not be submitted for this concern.
- 10251107Bentayga V8 Kovomo - DTC P227900 evident within the engine control unit 0001. Customer statement / workshop findings: - Engine warning lamp illuminated within the Driver Instrument Panel (DIP) - DTC P227900 is evident within Engine control unit 0001 in conjunction with DTC P030000 - Whistle noise may also be evident from the engine.
- 10248273Infotainment Main unit (5F / J794) fault finding/diagnosis procedure. Customer statement / workshop findings: Issue suspected with the Infotainment Main unit (5F / J794) - For example: - MMI screen image flickers or goes blank - No response to selection - Audio cuts out.
- 10246358Spurious DTC identification. Customer statement / workshop findings: Customers will not be aware of any DTCs, workshop operatives may discover spurious DTCs whilst running Guided Fault Finding (GFF) when using ODIS Technical background: To determine the course of action which should be taken the operative should refer to the Bentley Hub referencing the following: Spurious DTC list for TPI 2072055 The document contains all known spurious DTCs for all applicable vehicle variants.
- 102463262G/3G - Network switch off - Connected gateway E call compatibility (SC23/13). The 2G/3G network was deactivated in 2022 within the (North American Region) NAR, therefore a solution has been developed to allow connectivity to the 4G network, connectivity is achieved by fitting additional parts and utilising existing components as detailed within the Work section The procedure within the Work section has been developed to allow connectivity to the 4G network
- 10245096Engine Coolant Mixture - Restrictions on use of desalinated water Customer Statement: -Engine coolant requires topping up or replacing
- 10245093Brake Noise Identification: Customer Statement: -Noise/squeal complaint from the braking system Technical Background: -The noise/squeal can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the braking system
- 10245084V8 Kovomo - DTC - P025C00: Fuel Pump Module Control Circuit Low Logged in 0001 Customer Statement: -Engine management light illuminated within the DIP -DTC P025C00 Fuel Pump Module Control Circuit Low is evident within 0001
- 10245052Tyre tread/sidewall crack(s) Customer Statement: -Cracks evident in the sidewall and/or tread pattern (See the examples in Figures 1 and 2 showing cracks within the tread pattern)
- 10245047Road wheel inspection procedure Customer Statement: In the event a complaint is received regarding road wheel/s condition for example: - Scratches - Corrosion - Damage - Blemishes - Chipping Please refer to the onward instructions
- 10244967Telephone Functionality Complaint - Minimum Standards Required For Analysis Of Concerns. Customer statement / workshop findings: The feedback method within this TPI is required should a complaint of telephone functionality and/or quality be reported. Technical background: The minimum standards check list document within the Measure section is required to capture an accurate description of customer telephone issues.
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