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BENTLEY 2021: SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Reported: April 21, 2021 Initiated: April 21, 2021 #21V276000

Product Description

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.

Reason for Recall

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.

Hazard

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).

Details

Recalling Firm
BENTLEY
Distribution
United States

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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.. Recalled by BENTLEY.
Why was this product recalled?
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.
What should consumers do?
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).
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the NHTSA on April 21, 2021. Severity: Critical. Recall number: 21V276000.