Safety score
85/100
Low recall-severity risk Lower recall-severity risk than 85% of vehicles we track.

The Bentley Bentayga scores 85 out of 100 (grade A), one of the cleaner recall records among the vehicles we track. That score reflects how serious the recalls are rather than how many. 56% involve a critical safety system, none carried a do-not-drive warning, and 31% were issued in the last three years. How the score works.

Those 16 campaigns span 9 model years of the Bentley Bentayga. The single largest affected 3,777 vehicles, over air bags. A recall repair is free at a franchised dealer and most never expire, so an older open recall is still worth fixing. Beyond recalls, you can also see the most common Bentayga problems owners report.

The full record is below, grouped first by model year and then listed in detail. Each entry gives the defect NHTSA describes, the safety risk it creates, the manufacturer's remedy, the number of vehicles in that campaign, and the dates. A recall covers a whole production run, so a campaign listed for the Bentley Bentayga may not apply to your exact vehicle, and one you have already had repaired will still appear in the history. To see what is actually open and unfixed on a specific car, check its 17-digit VIN.

Bentley Bentayga recalls by model year

Recall activity by model year. Select a year to jump to its recalls below. Older years often carry more recalls simply because defects surface over time.

Bentley Bentayga recalls by affected system

Which vehicle systems the recalls touch, using NHTSA's component groups. Select a system to see how it is recalled across every make and model.

Recalls by model year

2026 Bentley Bentayga Recalls

1 recall affects the 2026 Bentley Bentayga, involving the equipment.

2025 Bentley Bentayga Recalls

1 recall affects the 2025 Bentley Bentayga, involving the equipment.

2023 Bentley Bentayga Recalls

3 recalls affect the 2023 Bentley Bentayga, involving the electrical system, fuel system, and seats.

2022 Bentley Bentayga Recalls

5 recalls affect the 2022 Bentley Bentayga, involving the seats, fuel system, and back over prevention.

2021 Bentley Bentayga Recalls

7 recalls affect the 2021 Bentley Bentayga, involving the fuel system, back over prevention, and seats.

2020 Bentley Bentayga Recalls

4 recalls affect the 2020 Bentley Bentayga, involving the fuel system, seat belts, and air bags.

2019 Bentley Bentayga Recalls

4 recalls affect the 2019 Bentley Bentayga, involving the fuel system, seat belts, and air bags.

2018 Bentley Bentayga Recalls

4 recalls affect the 2018 Bentley Bentayga, involving the fuel system, seat belts, and air bags.

2017 Bentley Bentayga Recalls

2 recalls affect the 2017 Bentley Bentayga, involving the fuel system and seats.

Every Bentley Bentayga recall in detail

Select any recall to read the full defect, risk, and remedy text. Do Not Drive and Park Outside warnings stay visible without opening anything.

EquipmentApr 10, 2026 · 163 vehiclesNHTSA 26V231000
Affected years
2026 Bentley Bentayga
Vehicles in this recall
163
Reported
Apr 10, 2026

Defect: 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 are expected to be mailed May 18, 2026. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE26/09. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 18, 2026.

NHTSA campaign number 26V231000.

EquipmentMar 24, 2026 · 44 vehiclesNHTSA 26V181000
Affected years
2025 Bentley Bentayga
Vehicles in this recall
44
Reported
Mar 24, 2026
Owners notified
Apr 27, 2026

Defect: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2025 Bentayga vehicles. The tire information placard may indicate an incorrect tire size and tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Risk: Incorrect tire information can allow an incorrectly sized tire to be installed or result in improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the tire information placard, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2026. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE26/05.

NHTSA campaign number 26V181000.

Electrical SystemNov 24, 2025 · 120 vehiclesNHTSA 25V811000
Affected years
2023 Bentley Bentayga
Vehicles in this recall
120
Reported
Nov 24, 2025
Owners notified
Jan 21, 2026

Defect: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2023 Bentayga Hybrid vehicles. The high voltage battery may overheat while charging.

Risk: A high voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will update the high voltage battery software, and replace the high voltage battery if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2026. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE25/46. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 26, 2025.

NHTSA campaign number 25V811000.

Fuel SystemAug 23, 2023 · 3,527 vehiclesNHTSA 23V592000
Affected years
2017-2023 Bentley Bentayga
Vehicles in this recall
3,527
Reported
Aug 23, 2023
Owners notified
Oct 20, 2023

Defect: 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. Bentley's number for this recall is RE23/19.

NHTSA campaign number 23V592000.

SeatsMay 31, 2023 · 1,008 vehiclesNHTSA 23V386000
Affected years
2022-2023 Bentley Bentayga
Vehicles in this recall
1,008
Reported
May 31, 2023
Owners notified
Jul 11, 2023

Defect: 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 contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-257.

NHTSA campaign number 23V386000.

Back Over PreventionOct 5, 2022 · 3,134 vehiclesNHTSA 22V743000
Affected years
2021-2022 Bentley Bentayga
Vehicles in this recall
3,134
Reported
Oct 5, 2022
Owners notified
Nov 17, 2022

Defect: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bentayga vehicles. Due to a software error, the rearview camera image may be blank when the car is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Risk: A rearview camera screen that displays a blank image reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 17, 2022. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-877-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE22/29 (RC54).

NHTSA campaign number 22V743000.

SeatsApr 14, 2022 · 1,923 vehiclesNHTSA 22V257000
Affected years
2021-2022 Bentley Bentayga
Vehicles in this recall
1,923
Reported
Apr 14, 2022
Owners notified
May 16, 2022

Defect: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bentayga vehicles. The second row seats may be installed incorrectly, without being locked on all seat rails.

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

Remedy: Dealers 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 May 16, 2022. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RC22/10 (RC36).

NHTSA campaign number 22V257000.

Air BagsDec 15, 2021 · 3,777 vehiclesNHTSA 21V975000
Affected years
2021-2022 Bentley Bentayga
Vehicles in this recall
3,777
Reported
Dec 15, 2021
Owners notified
Feb 10, 2022

Defect: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bentayga, Continental GT, Flying Spur, and Continental GT Convertible vehicles. The owner's manual incorrectly states that the air bag system will not deploy when the "Passenger Airbag On" symbol is illuminated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Risk: The incorrect information may change how occupants position themselves in relation to the air bags, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy: Bentley will mail new labels to owners. Owners may apply the label themselves or have a dealer apply the label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2022. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE21/43 (RC26).

NHTSA campaign number 21V975000.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)Aug 18, 2021 · 28 vehiclesNHTSA 21V647000
Affected years
2021 Bentley Bentayga
Vehicles in this recall
28
Reported
Aug 18, 2021
Owners notified
Oct 5, 2021

Defect: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021 Bentayga vehicles. Incorrect software for the chassis control module may cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system to malfunction.

Risk: A malfunctioning ESC system can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: 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. Bentley's number for this recall is RE21/29.

NHTSA campaign number 21V647000.

Seat BeltsAug 4, 2021 · 33 vehiclesNHTSA 21V605000
Affected years
2021 Bentley Bentayga
Vehicles in this recall
33
Reported
Aug 4, 2021
Owners notified
Sep 30, 2021

Defect: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021 Bentayga vehicles. The front passenger seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicles Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Risk: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt assemblies, and if necessary, replace the seat belts free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 30, 2021. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE21/31 (RC13).

NHTSA campaign number 21V605000.

SuspensionApr 21, 2021 · 206 vehiclesNHTSA 21V276000
Affected years
2021 Bentley Bentayga
Vehicles in this recall
206
Reported
Apr 21, 2021
Owners notified
Jun 16, 2021

Defect: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021 Bentayga vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.

Risk: A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock nuts, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed on June 16, 2021. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE21/17 (RB98).

NHTSA campaign number 21V276000.

Fuel SystemJun 2, 2020 · 1,892 vehiclesNHTSA 20V321000
Affected years
2019-2020 Bentley Bentayga
Vehicles in this recall
1,892
Reported
Jun 2, 2020
Owners notified
Jul 31, 2020

Defect: 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 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE20/14.

NHTSA campaign number 20V321000.

Seat BeltsMar 18, 2020 · 281 vehiclesNHTSA 20V154000
Affected years
2018-2020 Bentley Bentayga
Vehicles in this recall
281
Reported
Mar 18, 2020
Owners notified
May 20, 2020

Defect: 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 Anchorages."

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.

NHTSA campaign number 20V154000.

Air BagsFeb 17, 2020 · 4 vehiclesNHTSA 20V092000
Affected years
2018-2020 Bentley Bentayga
Vehicles in this recall
4
Reported
Feb 17, 2020
Owners notified
Apr 10, 2020

Defect: 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 contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE20/04.

NHTSA campaign number 20V092000.

Back Over PreventionSep 14, 2018 · 12 vehiclesNHTSA 18V632000
Affected years
2018 Bentley Bentayga
Vehicles in this recall
12
Reported
Sep 14, 2018
Owners notified
Oct 19, 2018

Defect: 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 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

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 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE 18/11.

NHTSA campaign number 18V632000.

SeatsNov 10, 2016 · 378 vehiclesNHTSA 16V816000
Affected years
2017 Bentley Bentayga
Vehicles in this recall
378
Reported
Nov 10, 2016
Owners notified
Jan 3, 2017

Defect: 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 may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE16/32.

NHTSA campaign number 16V816000.

Common questions about Bentley Bentayga recalls

Does the Bentley Bentayga have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA has 16 recall campaigns on record for the Bentley Bentayga across the 2017 to 2026 model years. The most common areas are the equipment, seats, and fuel system.
How many times has the Bentley Bentayga been recalled?
The Bentley Bentayga has 16 recall campaigns from the 2017 to 2026 model years. A single campaign often covers several model years at once, so the number of recalls is not the same as the number of years affected.
What is the most serious Bentley Bentayga recall?
The most serious recall on record involves the air bags, affecting 3,777 vehicles. The incorrect information may change how occupants position themselves in relation to the air bags, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Which Bentley Bentayga model year has the most recalls?
The 2021 Bentley Bentayga has the most, with 7 recall campaigns on record. Older model years often pick up more recalls over time, since defects can surface years after a car is built.
How do I check if my Bentley Bentayga has an open recall?
Enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page. It returns the recalls tied to your exact vehicle straight from NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer, with no expiration on most safety recalls.

Recall data comes from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. For how it is sourced and how the safety score is built, see the methodology and data sources. This page is a reference, not legal or safety advice.