Bentley Continental GT reliability

The convertible roof can be activated using the key fob at distances exceeding six metres which contravenes an internal safety guidance measure.

Fix: Update the software parameters within the Body Control Module 2 to disable the activation of the convertible roof via the key fob and update the Owner�s Handbook.

Recalled models: CONTINENTAL GT · 393 vehicles

A small number of vehicles may have an adhesive bond between the sunroof and the vehicle body which does not meet the specification.

Fix: The sunroof glass or sunroof assembly will be replaced.

Recalled models: CONTINENTAL FLYING SPUR · 2 vehicles

The power assisted steering pipes may detach from the cooler.

Fix: Replace the affected pipes with dimensionally correct components

Recalled models: CONTINENTAL SUPERSPORTS CONVERTIBLE · 127 vehicles

The electrical power steering wiring may have been damaged during assembly.

Fix: Inspect and if damaged replace harness

Recalled models: CONTINENTAL GT · 802 vehicles

Hazard warning and vehicle demisters may become inoperable

Fix: Install a software update to the centre console switch pack

Recalled models: CONTINENTAL GT · 830 vehicles

Temporary loss of power assistance to the steering.

Fix: Reprogramme the electric power steering control unit on affected vehicles.

Recalled models: CONTINENTAL GT · 548 vehicles

A pipe to the power steering cooler may not be corrctly secured and may come adrift. This may cause a loss of power steering assistance.

Fix: On affected vehicles fit a new bracket to more securely retain the pipes.

Recalled models: CONTINENTAL SUPERSPORTS CONVERTIBLE · 36 vehicles

The sunroof glass panel may not be adequately bonded to the sunroof sliding frame. This may cause it to detach in motion.

Fix: On affected vehicles apply addition adhesive between sunroof glass pane and sliding frame.

Recalled models: CONTINENTAL FLYING SPUR · 11 vehicles

There is a possibility that the bolted connection of the battery cable where it passes through the bulkhead may be loose on a small number of vehicles. In most instances the customer is unable to start the engine. However in very rare cases if the battery is significantly discharged and the vehicle is being operated under increased electrical load a loose electrical connection can overheat whilst the vehicle is in use. If the above circumstances occur in very rare cases there could be a fire.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the original nut with a prevailing torque nut and tightened to the correct torque.

Recalled models: CONTINENTAL GTC · 3,642 vehicles

Only on the rear axle of vehicles fitted with carbon ceramic brakes the stainless steel screws fixing the rotor to the metal bell may fail due to stress corrosion cracking if the vehicle has been used in extreme salt environments. The customer will experience a noise when a screw fails and the brake continues to be 100% effective. However if the affected disc was to lose 8 of the 10 screws there would be a loss of braking at that rear wheel. This may lead to a small increase in stopping distance and could lead to a crash.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the affected stainless steel screws with a screw of a different material that is not susceptible to stress corrosion cracking.

Recalled models: CONTINENTAL FLYING SPUR · 343 vehicles

It has been identified that the potential exists for the centre rear seatbelt upper guide bracket to distort in the event of a frontal impact. This could result in the centre sear seat occupant travelling further forward than the design intent.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the subject guide bracket replaced with one which incorporates a revised design.

Recalled models: CONTINENTAL FLYING SPUR · 22 vehicles

There is potential for road salt to corrode the outer surface of the fuel filter. In an extreme case this may lead to the filter housing becoming porous with a corresponding fuel leak which has the potential for combustion.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles to have the fuel filter replaced by the later designed corrosion-resistant coated filter and move the retaining clip.

Recalled models: CONTINENTAL GT · 7,539 vehicles

It has been identified that the potential exists for a foul condition to occur between a brake pipe and an engine mounted hose clip. A situation which could eventually result in failure of the brake pipe and an increase in stopping distance under braking. Additionally there is a risk of fire due to brake fluid escaping into the engine compartment.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will be inspected and the clearance between the brake pipe and hose clip checked. If the clearance is to tolerance and no damage exists no further action will be required. Should the clearance be below the required standard remedial action will be taken as appropriate.

Recalled models: CONTINENTAL GT · 536 vehicles

There is a possibility that the SRS passenger air bag aluminium facia panel may become detached during air bag deployment with a risk of injury to occupants of the vehicle.

Fix: The affected vehicles are being recalled for replacement of the SRS air bag facia panel and the adjacent matching facia air vent panels.

Recalled models: CONTINENTAL · 13 vehicles

Due to incorrect routing of the pipes connecting the brake pumps to the hydraulic accumulators there is a possibility of a foul condition between these pipes which if not corrected could result in brake failure.

Fix: The affected vehicles are being recalled for inspection of the hydraulic pipes concerned. Where pipe clearance is found to be insufficient this will be adjusted to accord with the manufacturers specification.

Recalled models: CONTINENTAL · 35 vehicles

The front seat belt lower attachment rail may be of insufficient strength and could fail in the event of an accident.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and replace the original seat belt attachment rail with a redesigned version.

Recalled models: CONTINENTAL · 151 vehicles