Control module: softwareRecall 21V-647 · 2021 Bentley Bentayga

Bentley Motors, Inc. recall 21V-647 covers 28 2021 Bentley Bentayga for a control module: software problem, reported to NHTSA on August 18, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q3) shows 68% of affected vehicles repaired.

68%
Vehicles repaired19 of 28 · 2023 Q3
Vehicles affected281 model
ReportedAug 18, 2021Owners notified Oct 5, 2021
Complaints since0Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 21V647000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

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.

The risk

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

What to do

The fix

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.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

68%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 2 vehicles were listed as unreachable.

0%50%100%2021 Q42023 Q3
1 model

Vehicles in this recall