Recall 08V-217: 2004–2008 Bentley Continental Flying Spur, 2004–2008 Bentley Continental GT and 2 more

BENTLEY MOTORS LTD recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on May 15, 2008, covering about 13,420 vehicles.

NHTSA number
08V-217
Report date
May 15, 2008
Vehicles affected
13,420
Owners notified
Jun 18, 2008

The problem

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.

The risk

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

The fix

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerBENTLEY MOTORS LTD
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number08V217000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Bentley Continental Flying Spur2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008All years
Bentley Continental GT2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008All years
Bentley Continental GT Cabrio2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008All years
Bentley Continental GT Speed2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008All 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 08V-217?

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.

How is recall 08V-217 fixed?

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.

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.