Recall 06V-313: 2004 Bentley Continental GT

BENTLEY MOTORS LTD recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Aug 17, 2006, covering about 81 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-313
Report date
Aug 17, 2006
Vehicles affected
81
Owners notified
Sep 5, 2006

The problem

On certain passenger vehicles, there is the potential for insufficient clearance between a brake pipe and an engine mounted hose clip, which could eventually result in failure of the brake pipe.

The risk

This failure could result in an increased stopping distance when braking increasing the risk of a crash and also a risk of fire due to brake fluid escaping into the engine compartment.

The fix

Dealers will inspect to ascertain the clearance between the brake pipe and hose clip and repair as necessary free of charge. The recall began on september 5, 2006. Owners may contact bentley at 248-754-6137.

Notes

Bentley recall no. Re06/02.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administrationbentley recall no. Re06/02.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.

Recall details

ManufacturerBENTLEY MOTORS LTD
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number06V313000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Bentley Continental GT2004All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 06V-313?

On certain passenger vehicles, there is the potential for insufficient clearance between a brake pipe and an engine mounted hose clip, which could eventually result in failure of the brake pipe.

How is recall 06V-313 fixed?

Dealers will inspect to ascertain the clearance between the brake pipe and hose clip and repair as necessary free of charge. The recall began on september 5, 2006. Owners may contact bentley at 248-754-6137.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.