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- SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021 Bentayga vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.
- Risk
- A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock nuts, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed on June 16, 2021. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE21/17 (RB98).
- 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.
What this recall means for you
On certain 2021 Bentayga vehicles, the lock nut on the rear axle's trailing arm may break because of stress corrosion. A broken lock nut can misalign the rear axle, which may cause a loss of control and raise the risk of a crash.
If you own a 2021 Bentayga, look for an owner notification letter from Bentley, which was mailed on June 16, 2021. You can also contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923 and check your VIN for open recalls. Bentley will replace the lock nuts at no cost through authorized dealers.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Bentley Bentayga | 2021 |
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