CarRecallWatch- Component
- SEAT BELTS; SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
- Problem
- Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021 Bentayga vehicles. The front passenger seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicles Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Risk
- An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt assemblies, and if necessary, replace the seat belts free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 30, 2021. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE21/31 (RC13).
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The front passenger seat belt's automatic locking retractor may deactivate early. When this happens, a child restraint system may not be held securely in place.
An unsecured child seat can increase the risk of injury to a child in a crash. Because the vehicle does not meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 208, Occupant Crash Protection, the issue is a safety concern for every passenger who relies on the front passenger belt.
Dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt assemblies and replace them if needed, at no cost to you. Owners can contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923, and you can check your VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Bentley Bentayga | 2021 |
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