repaired · 2025 Q3
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
2021 Bentley BentaygaProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2021 Bentley Bentayga, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-647 the manufacturer reports only 68% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 23, 2023. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 Bentley Bentayga has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Electrical system
1Exterior lighting
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2021 Bentley Bentayga recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2024 Q3
Back over prevention: display function
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.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Seats
Risk. An unlocked seat rail could move in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to occupants.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Air bags: frontal
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.
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repaired · 2023 Q3
Control module: software
Risk. A malfunctioning ESC system can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Seat belts
Risk. An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Axle: non-powered axle assembly
Risk. A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Bentley.
Best & worst years
2021 vs. every other Bentayga year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Bentayga median. How we score
'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Bentayga owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
climate control intermittently operable. only works half the time. can't regulate the fan control as the touch screen control systems fails to work
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