Bentley Continental 1997

Model Continental made in 1997 by Bentley got 2 recalls as well as 4 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding equipment and fuel system, other. There were some recalls concerningair bags and service brakes, hydraulic.

Model 1997

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
AIR BAGS
97V049000ROLLS-ROYCE MOTORS, INC.from 05/01/1996 to 12/31/1996V (Vehicle)1004/01/1997MFRROLLS-ROYCE MOTORS, INC.03/27/199704/04/1997
Defect SummaryThe aluminum facia trim panel on the passenger supplemental restraint system (srs) air bag door can detach during air bag deployment.
Consequence SummaryIf this occurs during a vehicle crash, the vehicle occupants could be injured.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the srs air bag doors with a new door using a different adhesive to attach the panel.
NotesOwner notification:owner notification will begin during april 1997. note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact rolls-royce at 1-201-967-9100.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
97V122000ROLLS-ROYCE MOTORS, INC.from 05/01/1993 to 06/30/1997V (Vehicle)162108/13/1997MFRROLLS-ROYCE MOTORS, INC.08/04/199708/07/1997
Defect SummaryVehicle description: passenger vehicles. the bolts attaching the lower steering column to the intermediate steering coupling can contact the brake hydraulic system pipes located in the engine compartment.
Consequence SummaryThis condition can lead to a brake hydraulic fluid leak and reduced braking performance.
Corrective SummaryDealers will reposition the pipes to prevent contact between the pipes and bolts, and any damaged pipes will be replaced.
NotesOwner notification is expected to begin during august 1997. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact rolls royce at 1-800-825-9360.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TB-10-01-01-0209/01/201010034493Bentley: a condition has been identified that can compromise the surface finish of the pipe supplying lubricant to the turbochargers. if left undetected the pipe may corrode and, in extreme cases, result in fluid loss. no model years lis11/19/2010
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
08-08405/06/200810025774Bentley: workshop action - continental series - fuel filler housing - water drain blocked - wa08/05. all continental series range up to model year 2008. *pe09/05/2008
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
08-08405/06/200810025774Bentley: workshop action - continental series - fuel filler housing - water drain blocked - wa08/05. all continental series range up to model year 2008. *pe09/05/2008
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
TB-10-01-01-0209/01/201010034493Bentley: a condition has been identified that can compromise the surface finish of the pipe supplying lubricant to the turbochargers. if left undetected the pipe may corrode and, in extreme cases, result in fluid loss. no model years lis11/19/2010