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HighNHTSA·21V647000·Announced 2021-08-18

Bentley Recalls 2021 Bentayga Vehicles Due to Electronic Stability Control Software Defect

Bentley is recalling 2021 Bentayga vehicles because incorrect chassis control module software may cause the Electronic Stability Control system to malfunction, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (vehicle control system) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Bentley Motors, Inc. is recalling certain 2021 Bentley Bentayga vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where incorrect software for the chassis control module may cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system to malfunction.

A malfunctioning ESC system can cause a loss of vehicle control, which increases the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries, deaths, or property damage associated with this defect.

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 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
BENTLEY BENTAYGA
Brand
BENTLEY
Manufacturer
Bentley Motors, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — SUV
Hazard
Affected units
28

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • BENTAYGA

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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