Recall 10V-411: 2007–2009 Bentley Arnage, 2007–2009 Bentley Azure and 1 more

BENTLEY MOTORS LTD recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Sep 13, 2010, covering about 630 vehicles.

NHTSA number
10V-411
Report date
Sep 13, 2010
Vehicles affected
630
Owners notified
Sep 28, 2010

The problem

Bentley is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 arnager, arnaget, arnage rl, brooklands, and azure vehicles. There is a potential for the "b" hood ornament's retracting mechanism to become corroded. This may lead to the "b" hood ornament not retracting as intended when a vehicle is involved in a crash.

The risk

If the hood ornament does not retract, it could increase the risk of injury to a pedestrian in the event of a crash between the vehicle and the pedestrian.

The fix

Dealers will replace the retractable "b" mechanism free of charge. The safety recall began on september 27, 2010. Owners may contact bentley at 1-617-488-8500.

Notes

Bentley safety recall no. Re10/04.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerBENTLEY MOTORS LTD
ComponentStructure › Body › Hood
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number10V411000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Bentley Arnage2007, 2008, 2009All years
Bentley Azure2007, 2008, 2009All years
Bentley Brooklands2007, 2008, 2009All 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 10V-411?

Bentley is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 arnager, arnaget, arnage rl, brooklands, and azure vehicles. There is a potential for the "b" hood ornament's retracting mechanism to become corroded. This may lead to the "b" hood ornament not retracting as intended when a vehicle is involved in a crash.

How is recall 10V-411 fixed?

Dealers will replace the retractable "b" mechanism free of charge. The safety recall began on september 27, 2010. Owners may contact bentley at 1-617-488-8500.

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.