2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur

Recalls

2 recalls name the 2006 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. Newest first.

• Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system

  May 15, 2008NHTSA 08V21700013,420 vehicles

  Bentley IS recalling 13,420 my 2004-2008 continental GT, continental GT speed, continental flying spur, and continental gtc vehicles. there IS the potential for road salt to corrode the outer surface of the fuel filter. this could lead to the filter housing becoming porous with a corresponding fuel leak.

  Risk and remedy

  Risk

  A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

  Remedy

  Dealers will replace the fuel filter and reposition the retaining clip on all affected vehicles. the recall began on june 18, 2008. owners may contact bentley at 1-800-777-6923.

  Full recall details →

• Air bags

  Feb 15, 2008NHTSA 08V0720004 vehicles

  Bentley IS recalling 4 my 2004 and 2006 continental GT and continental flying spur vehicles. the replacement air bag trimmed covers have been manufactured with tethers of an incorrect length.

  Risk and remedy

  Risk

  In the event of a crash, this could result in damage to the air bag itself during deployment increasing the risk of injuries.

  Remedy

  Dealers will replace the passenger's air bag cover free of charge. the recall began on march 11, 2008. owners may contact bentley at 1-800-777-6923.

  Full recall details →

Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Suspension1
2. Tires1
3. Unknown or other1
4. Wheels1

Latest complaints

• May 1, 2018SC50,000 miCrash
  Unknown or other
  I have owned 4 of these bentley flying spurs (2006-2010) and all of them have foggy windows in the quarter panal windows (the smaller windows behind the passenger door windows. they have a fog around them and I cannot see out of them and it IS a safety hazard and concern. why has bentley never…

  I have owned 4 of these bentley flying spurs (2006-2010) and all of them have foggy windows in the quarter panal windows (the smaller windows behind the passenger door windows. they have a fog around them and I cannot see out of them and it IS a safety hazard and concern. why has bentley never fixed this issue and installed such cheap glass? you cannot fix this without taking out the glass and replacing it. I cannot see out of mine and ended up side swiping the car coming up on the side of me. It IS extremely unfair and dangerous and put my child's life in danger.

• Feb 15, 2013NJ34,075 mi
  Tires · Wheels

  4 tires simultaneously failed and ripped apart at the sidewall. *tr

• Jun 21, 2011FL14,000 mi
  Suspension › Front
  TL* the contact owns a 2006 bentley continental flying spur. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked when he noticed the front hydraulic system collapsed and the vehicle was inoperable. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where the failure was not diagnosed, but it was repaired.…

  TL* the contact owns a 2006 bentley continental flying spur. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked when he noticed the front hydraulic system collapsed and the vehicle was inoperable. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where the failure was not diagnosed, but it was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 14,000. The vin was unavailable.

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.

• 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.
• 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.
• 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
• 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.
• 10244649Running gear - Noise identification Workshop Findings: -The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the suspension system from either of the axles And/or The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the steering system Prior to starting the instructions within this TPI, the Retailer must check and confirm the vehicle is in standard factory condition and has not had any non-approved aftermarket modifications conducted including the modification of the engine control modules (chip tuning) Check the history of the vehicle to confirm Should any aftermarket modifications be found, the Retailer must make Product Support aware by raising a DISS query to report the details of the modification, you must then await feedback from Product Support before conducting any further work
• 1024366412 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
• 10243663All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List. Customer statement / workshop findings: Customers will not be aware of any fault codes Workshop may discover spurious fault codes whilst running a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) log as part of other investigations on the vehicle Technical background: The operative should refer to the Bentley Hub referencing TPI 2053177/- The document (loaded onto the Hub) contains all of the current known Spurious DTCs for all vehicle variants Should a particular TPI be listed as Archived, the TPI can no longer be viewed within Elsa pro, in this case please refer to the instructions within TPI 2053177/- regarding the DTC description and actions which should be conducted (if any).
• 10242269HVAC refrigerant leakage suspected or reports of a damp/musty smell within the cabin - Diagnosis guidelines. Condition HVAC not cooling / HVAC cooling less than expected / HVAC refrigerant leakage confirmed Or The customer reports a damp/musty smell within the cabin. - 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 particularly TPI 2062622/- - 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.
• 10241847HVAC 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 particularly TPI 2062622/- - 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.
• 10240565HVAC 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 particularly TPI 2062622/- - 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. In the event that HVAC cleaning products are required, these MUST be sourced locally. Before using the cleaner the operative must inform the customer of the product which will be used, a neutral fragrance cleaner should be used as the customer may not like the smell of the cleaner should a fragranced product be used Please ensure all supporting information is included within the DISS query when requesting permission to clean the HVAC system including clear photographs and/or videos showing the reported issue, should the required information not be supplied the warranty claim could be cancelled.
• 10239487Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only. Customer statement / workshop findings: - Poor engine running - Reduced power - Engine warning lamp illuminated - Symptom related DTCs evident within the applicable engine control unit(s) Technical background: Technical Product Information (TPI) to assist retailers when diagnosing poor engine running or misfires.
• 10235589HVAC Refrigerent Leakage - Diagnosis Guidelines Customer Statement: -HVAC not cooling or HVAC cooling less than expected
• 10230822Speaker Replacement - Diagnostic Checks Technical Background: -There have been instances where door speakers have been changed under warranty for the complaint of sound distortion, yet when tested by ourselves and the supplier, no fault could be found with the returned unit.
• 10226813Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only Customer Statement: -Poor engine running, reduced power, engine warning lamp illuminated.
• 10226808Usage of E10 Fuel Customer Statement: -In the event a customer asks if E10 fuel can be used, the operative must refer to the Technical background section of this TPI
• 10226802Telephone Functionality Complaint- Minimum Standards Required For Analysis of Concerns Customer Statement: -The feedback method within this TPI is required should a complaint of telephone functionality and/or quality be reported.
• 10226776Running Gear - Noise Identification Customer Statement: -Noise complaint from the suspension and/or steering
• 1022674712 Volt - Battery Test Instruction Technical Background: -For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim, a DISS query MUST be raised prior to battery replacement, refer to the instructions within the measure of this section of this TPI.
• 10224810Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only Customer Statement: -Poor engine running, reduced power, engine warning lamp illuminated.
• 1022434812 Volt- Battery Condition Checks. Technical background For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim, a DISS query MUST be raised prior to battery replacement, refer to the instructions within the Measure section of this TPI.
• 10219147Air spring fault finding Customer Statement: -The front and/or rear suspension appears to have dropped Technical Background: -Bentley vehicles which are applicable to this TPI are fitted with air springs as part of the suspension system. Should air leak from the air spring dampers, this will cause the suspension to drop. However, the dropping of the suspension does not necessarily mean that the air spring is faulty. -The Measure section of this TPI describes how and where to check for air leaks on the front and rear air springs, the air supply unit, pipes, valve unit and air reservoirs. This includes potential air leak points on the air spring dampers and also the locations of an air leak that can be repaired without the need to replace an air spring damper.
• 1020297412 Volt - Battery condition checks. Customer statement / workshop findings: 12 Volt Battery test instruction Technical background: For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim, a DISS query MUST be raised prior to battery replacement, refer to the instructions within the Measure section of this TPI
• 10201949Brake noise identification. Customer statement / workshop findings: Noise complaint from the braking system. Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the braking system. Technical background Brake noises can be attributed to many causes. Eight of the most common causes are: - Brake discs or pads are close to their wear limit. - New brake pads and/or discs have not been properly bedded in after installation. - Aftermarket pads or discs are installed. - There is debris such as small stones, grit, road salt or sand between the brake disc and pad. - Discs are covered in rust. Rust can form when the vehicle has been stationary for long periods of time (Figure 1).
• 10201912Interior trim - Creak and rattle - Noise identification Customer statement: Noise complaint from the interior Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the interior Prior to starting the instructions within this TPI, the Retailer must check and confirm the vehicle is in standard factory condition and has not had any non-approved aftermarket modifications conducted Should any aftermarket modifications be found, the Retailer must make Product Support aware by raising a DISS query to report the details of the modification, you must then await feedback from Product Support before conducting any further work
• 1020191112 Volt - Battery condition checks. Customer statement / workshop findings: 12 Volt Battery test instruction Technical background: For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim, a DISS query MUST be raised prior to battery replacement, refer to the instructions within the Measure section of this TPI
• 10201883Speaker Replacement - Diagnostic checks. Customer statement / workshop findings: Audio output from speakers is distorted Technical background: There have been instances where door speakers have been changed under warranty for the complaint of sound distortion, yet when tested by ourselves and the supplier, no fault could be found with the returned unit. Production change: All speakers are subjected to a dynamic test and the individual results recorded for future reference
• 10201873Customer statement / workshop findings: Unable to remove Accessory valve caps, Figure 1 shows an example of the caps. Technical background: We have observed instances where the caps have been difficult to remove once fitted, the issue is caused by corrosion. The valve stem itself is made from aluminium and the accessory valve caps are chromium plated brass, it is possible under certain environmental conditions, particularly winter road salt, for corrosion to take place between these dissimilar metals. Measure: The solution is to apply a thin smear of silicon-based grease, such as Dow Corning high vacuum grease, to the external threads of the valve stem prior to fitting the accessory valve cap. Grease should be applied any time the cap is removed and grease is not evident
• 10201851Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only. Customer statement / workshop findings: Poor engine running, reduced power, engine warning lamp illuminated. Technical background: Technical Product Information (TPI) to assist Retailers when diagnosing poor engine running or misfire. Measure: The following TPI should be carried out sequentially to ensure the root cause and analysis of the concern are identified without unnecessary work or repetitive actions taking place.
• 10201809Running gear - Noise identification. Customer statement: Noise complaint from the suspension and/or steering Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the suspension system from either of the axles And/or The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the steering system
• 10183483Telephone 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.
• 10183475All Models - 12 Volt Battery condition checks. Technical background For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim, a DISS query MUST be raised prior to battery replacement, refer to the instructions within the Measure section of this TPI.
• 10182390Electrical switch replacement guidelines. Customer statement/workshop findings: Electrical switch suspected as defective This TPI is not applicable to suspected faulty control units or any component related to the passive restraint system in particular the airbag system Technical background: Prior to replacing an electrical switch refer to the Measure section of this TPI
• 10179439Brake noise identification. Customer statement: Noise complaint from the braking system. Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the braking system. Technical Background: Brake noises can be attributed to many causes. Eight of the most common causes are: 1. Brake discs or pads are close to their wear limit. 2. New brake pads and/or discs have not been properly bedded in after installation. 3. Aftermarket pads or discs are installed. 4. There is debris such as small stones, grit, road salt or sand between the brake disc and pad. 5. Discs are covered in rust. Rust can form when the vehicle has been stationary for long periods of time (Figure 1).
• 10178013Interior trim - Creak and rattle - Noise identification. Customer statement / workshop findings: Noise complaint from the interior Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the interior Prior to starting the instructions within this TPI, the Retailer must check and confirm the vehicle is in standard factory condition and has not had any non-approved aftermarket modifications conducted Should any aftermarket modifications be found, the Retailer must make Product Support aware by raising a DISS query to report the details of the modification, you must then await feedback from Product Support before conducting any further work
• 10171209Electrical switch replacement guidelines Customer statement / workshop findings: Electrical switch suspected as defective This TPI is not applicable to suspected faulty control units or any component related to the passive restraint system in particular the airbag system Technical background: Prior to replacing an electrical switch refer to the Measure section of this TPI
• 10170281Bentley Continental Series - Power boot close switch - Correct diagnosis Customer statement / workshop findings: Boot lid does not attempt to power close when the boot close switch (located on the inside of the boot lid) is pressed. Technical background: In the event the power boot does not attempt to close when the boot close switch is pressed please check the applicability of the model and VIN shown in the Production change section of this TPI before commencing.
• 10170259Continental GT - Continental Flying Spur - Replacement engine identification Customer statement / workshop findings: Should an engine be required for a Continental GT or Continental Flying Spur and the model year of the vehicle is 2004 to 2006, Bentley Motors supplies replacement engines which have been specifically manufactured as a direct replacement for the original specification engine. The replacement engine is based on a 2012 model year engine. IMPORTANT: This TPI only applies to 2004 to 2006 Continental GT and Continental Flying Spur vehicles fitted with a 2012 M/Y replacement engine, No other model years or engine types are affected. Other replacement parts unless mentioned within this TPI are not affected Technical background: The Measure section highlights the following key points: Section 1 - How to identify if a replacement engine is fitted Section 2 Details the parts which are different from the original specification 2004 to 2006 model year engine Section 3 How to manually populate and navigate to the applicable screen in Elsa Pro and ETKA without using the actual VIN, this ensures the correct parts are received for a 2012 engine
• 10170205Telephone Functionality Complaint - Minimum Standards Required For Analysis Of Concerns Customer statement / workshop findings: An improved feedback method is required should a complaint of telephone functionality / quality be reported. Technical background: A minimum standards document is required to capture an accurate description of customer telephone issues. Measure: The attached document should be completed and attached to the relevant DISS query, this will allow a full understanding of the customer complaint and the circumstances in which the complaint becomes apparent.

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