Bentley Continental Flying Spur 2004
Model Continental Flying Spur made in 2004 by Bentley got 2 recalls as well as 7 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling and equipment. There were some recalls concerningair bags and fuel system, gasoline.
Model 2004
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| AIR BAGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 08V072000 | BENTLEY MOTORS LTD | from 05/01/2004 to 01/31/2006 | V (Vehicle) | 4 | 03/11/2008 | MFR | BENTLEY MOTORS LTD | 02/15/2008 | 02/15/2008 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Bentley is recalling 4 my 2004 and 2006 continental gt and continental flying spur vehicles. the replacement air bag trimmed covers have been manufactured with tethers of an incorrect length. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | In the event of a crash, this could result in damage to the air bag itself during deployment increasing the risk of injuries. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the passenger's air bag cover free of charge. the recall began on march 11, 2008. owners may contact bentley at 1-800-777-6923. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Bentley recall no. re08/01.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | ||||||||||||||||
| 08V217000 | BENTLEY MOTORS LTD | from 03/14/2004 to 03/18/2008 | V (Vehicle) | 13420 | 06/18/2008 | MFR | BENTLEY MOTORS LTD | 05/15/2008 | 05/15/2008 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Bentley is recalling 13,420 my 2004-2008 continental gt, continental gt speed, continental flying spur, and continental gtc vehicles. there is the potential for road salt to corrode the outer surface of the fuel filter. this could lead to the filter housing becoming porous with a corresponding fuel leak. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the fuel filter and reposition the retaining clip on all affected vehicles. the recall began on june 18, 2008. owners may contact bentley at 1-800-777-6923. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL | |||||
| BB-09-128 | 10/26/2009 | 10032514 | Bentley: continental series (including gt diamond series): emissions service action, ignition coils. the vehicles affected may have ignition coils that could malfunction under certain conditions. if this happens, the malfunction indicato | 04/07/2010 | |
| EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | |||||
| TB-10-01-01-02 | 09/01/2010 | 10034493 | Bentley: 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 lis | 11/19/2010 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | |||||
| 08-084 | 05/06/2008 | 10025774 | Bentley: workshop action - continental series - fuel filler housing - water drain blocked - wa08/05. all continental series range up to model year 2008. *pe | 09/05/2008 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||||
| 08-084 | 05/06/2008 | 10025774 | Bentley: workshop action - continental series - fuel filler housing - water drain blocked - wa08/05. all continental series range up to model year 2008. *pe | 09/05/2008 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - WHEEL BEARING | |||||
| BB-08-147 | 10/28/2008 | 10028167 | Bentley: continental series-wheel bearing retaining screw. some dealers have stocks of the original fastening screw. look at bulletin #08-143. return them using the spr process. *pe | 03/10/2009 | |
| TIRES - PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS | |||||
| 08-063 | 04/01/2008 | 10025791 | Bentley: 08my continental series; incorrect tire size displayed. tire pressure monitoring (tpm) information display was enhanced at 08my. *pe | 09/06/2008 | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| TB-10-01-01-02 | 09/01/2010 | 10034493 | Bentley: 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 lis | 11/19/2010 | |