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Bentley Continental Flying Spur Recall 16V539: Sunroof Glass Can Detach While Driving

NHTSA campaign 16V539, reported July 19, 2016, 127 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The sunroof glass on certain Bentley Continental Flying Spur vehicles from model years 2007 through 2009 may not be properly secured to the sunroof frame. Over time, the glass could come loose and detach from the car while you are driving.

If the sunroof glass detaches, it could become a road hazard for you and other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. Owners of affected vehicles should take this seriously and arrange a repair as soon as possible.

The repair is free. Bentley will notify owners, and an authorized dealer will apply additional adhesive between the sunroof glass frame and the sunroof glass panel at no charge. You can contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923 (Bentley recall number RE16/17), and you should check your vehicle's VIN for any open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 16V539Bentley Motors, Inc.
Component
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Problem
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Continental Flying Spur vehicles manufactured April 25, 2007 through October 31, 2008. The sunroof glass on the affected vehicles may not be properly secured to the sunroof frame. As a result, the sunroof glass may detach from the car while driving.
Risk
If the glass detaches from the sunroof frame it could be come a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will apply additional adhesive between the sunroof glass frame and sunroof glass panel, free of charge. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE16/17.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Bentley Continental Flying Spur200720082009