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2021 Bentley Continental GT

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

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Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
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Latest Dec 13, 2025
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
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Latest Mar 23, 2022
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
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Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
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Overview

Our database contains 3 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2021 Bentley Continental GT, most frequently naming the interior & seats and steering categories. 3 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 815 manufacturer communications are on file.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

  • Interior & seats266.7%
  • Steering133.3%

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Safety recalls

3 campaigns cover this model year

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov
22V177000

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR

Mar 23, 2022
25 units potentially affected
The defect: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Continental GT Convertible, Continental GT, and 2021-2022 Flying Spur vehicles. The front seat belt assemblies may have been incorrectly installed, resulting in the front passenger seat missing the automatic locking retractor (ALR). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
The risk: A missing ALR on a passenger seat belt may not properly secure a child restraint, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
The remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the affected seat belt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE22/08 (RC34).
Bentley Motors, Inc.Manufacturer number RE22/08 (RC34)View on NHTSA.gov
21V975000

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Dec 15, 2021
3,777 units potentially affected
The 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."
The 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.
The 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).
Bentley Motors, Inc.Manufacturer number RE21/43 (RC26)View on NHTSA.gov
21V550000

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

Jul 21, 2021
3,647 units potentially affected
The defect: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Continental GT/GT Convertible vehicles. During some automated front seat movements, the front seat may trap a rear passenger's legs.
The risk: The rear passenger may become trapped by the front seat, increasing the risk of injury.
The remedy: Dealers will update the software for the front seats, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE21/26 (RC08).
Bentley Motors, Inc.Manufacturer number RE21/26 (RC08)View on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

Steering
Filed Dec 13, 2025

On December 2, 2025 I was driving on interstate 26, and warning lights came on, at the same time steering locked up and was I unable to steer. I did manage to slowly leave right lane, about 200 yards, and enter shoulder. I turned off and restarted many times and finally the steering unlocked. In Sept. car was brought to dealer. They could not find anything wrong. Since the incident, other warning lights keep coming on but steering not affected.

NHTSA ID
11704839
Incident
Dec 2, 2025
Interior & seats
Filed Feb 19, 2022

The front seats in this vehicle, when moved to allow back seat access, do not return to the original position. They move totally backward, trapping the person sitting in the back. My friend had to remove her shoes and actually pull her legs out using her hands and arms. Had there been an accident or a fire, this person would be killed before she could escape. I know it has been recalled and I took it to the dealer for the service. Dimmit automotive Service Department had the car for 24 hours and the seat is not fixed. This is a dangerous recall. How can I get Dimmit Automotive in Pinellas Park, Florida, to actually do this repair? Please, I have grandchildren who love to ride in the back. Help before someone is in danger.

NHTSA ID
11452959
Incident
Feb 16, 2022
Interior & seats
Filed Feb 3, 2022

The contact owns a 2021 Bentley Continental GT. The contact stated that an occupant was trapped in the rear seat of the vehicle. The contact called the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V550000 (Seats) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 5,000.

NHTSA ID
11450150
Incident
Jul 1, 2021
Mileage
5,000 mi

Manufacturer communications

A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.

2061195/5

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Telephone Functionality Complaint - Minimum Standards Required For Analysis Of Concerns.

2080998/2

STRUCTURE:BODY

Rear Quarter Panel LH/RH - Body Adjustment Process | Continental GT | 18-24MY. Customer statement / workshop findings: Following body repair involving the rear side panel area, improper alignment may be observed between the side panel, rear lamp, and boot lid. Inspection confirms that dimensional integrity in the Y direction does not meet manufacture specifications.

2064337/5

ENGINE; FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Usage of E10 fuel

2062184/11

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SERVICE BRAKES

Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) functionality issues. The following issues could be evident during PDI or found whilst in service: • Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) found not operating to specification • EPB may not hold the car effectively • Parking brake components showing signs of wear • Parking brake warning light may also be evident within the DIP, stating ‘Parking brake fault detected. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and refer to the owner’s manual.’

2061195/5

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Telephone 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.

2056407/8

STEERING; SUSPENSION

Running gear - Noise identification Customer statement: Noise complaint from the suspension and/or steering

Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Bentley Continental GT by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2027000—
2026020—
2025010—
2024000—
2023100—
2022020—
2021Viewing330—
2020040—
2019000—
2018000—
2017000—
2016000—
2015100—
2014010—
2013010—
2012010—
2011010—
2010010—
2009010—
2008020—
2007120—
2006020—
2005010—
2004030—

Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.