Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2021 Bentley Bentayga, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Exterior lighting1
- Electrical system1
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 0 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
Registered new in Europe in 2021
428 new Bentley Bentayga cars were registered in the EU, Norway and Iceland in 2021; the largest markets were Germany (233), Belgium (32), the Netherlands (25).
- Average mass
- 2,489 kg
- Average CO₂
- 295 g/km (WLTP)
- Average power
- 389 kW
- Fuel type recorded
- Petrol 100%
European Environment Agency, CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars · averages weighted by registrations; CO₂ is the type-approval value; fuel type as recorded at registration, where many non-plug-in hybrids appear as petrol · re-use permitted with acknowledgement
Real-world fuel consumption
115 Bentley Bentayga cars first registered in Europe in 2021 report their fuel use through the on-board meter. Petrol versions use 15.0 l/100 km on the road against 12.9 in the WLTP test (+17%).
| Fuel | Cars | On the road | WLTP | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 115 | 15.0 | 12.9 | +17% |
Litres per 100 km from the cars' own fuel meters (OBFCM), collected in 2024; the year is the year of first registration. All years together · European Environment Agency · CC BY 4.0
In the Netherlands
48 first registered in 2021 are on Dutch roads; 54% arrived later as imports. Median list price when new: €307,056.
Most common APK defects
- Bandenspanning niet op juiste waarde5
- Band onvoldoende profiel4
- Band(en) aanwezig met een profieldiepte van 1,6 t/m 2,5 mm4
- Dimlicht onjuist afgesteld2
- Waarschuwingsinrichting airbagsysteem geeft defect aan1
- Ruitensproeierinstallatie werkt niet goed1
Colours
RDW Open Data: registered vehicles and APK defects (CC0) · defect descriptions in the RDW's Dutch wording
In the United Kingdom
418 cars built in 2021 were licensed for the road at the end of 2025, and 87 more were declared off the road (SORN).
Department for Transport and DVLA, vehicle licensing statistics (table VEH0124, year of manufacture) · Open Government Licence v3.0
In New Zealand
34 2021 cars are on the New Zealand register; 3% arrived as used imports, 97% were sold new in New Zealand.
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Motor Vehicle Register (March 2026) · CC BY 4.0
Fuel consumption
Official Canadian test results for 2 variants: combined 13.2–16.3 L/100 km (about 14–18 mpg US), CO₂ 309–383 g/km.
| Variant | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bentayga · Sport utility vehicle: Standard · Premium gasoline | 15.8 | 9.9 | 13.2 |
| Bentayga · Sport utility vehicle: Standard · Premium gasoline | 19.0 | 13.0 | 16.3 |
Litres per 100 km. Natural Resources Canada, Fuel consumption ratings (open.canada.ca) · Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls in Canada
6 Transport Canada recalls for the 2021 Bentley Bentayga.
| 2026278 9 Jun 2026 | Label Issue: On certain vehicles, the tire and loading information label does not list that there is no spare tire in both official languages. The label reads as "N… |
| 2023470 23 Aug 2023 | Fuel System Issue: Under certain conditions, the fuel supply module connectors and wiring could overheat. If this happens, the fuel supply module could melt and create a … |
| 2022564 5 Oct 2022 | Visual System Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the central display. Canadian regulations require the re… |
| 2022135 23 Mar 2022 | Seats And Restraints Issue: On certain vehicles, the second-row seats may not be installed correctly on the seat rails. As a result, the seats may not lock in place and could move… |
| 2021762 15 Dec 2021 | Airbag Issue: On certain vehicles, the owner's manual doesn't properly describe how the passenger-front airbag works when the "Passenger Airbag On" light is on. This… |
| 2021518 18 Aug 2021 | Brakes Issue: On a small number of vehicles, a software problem in the chassis control module could cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) to not work correctl… |
Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Bentayga vehicles. The fuel supply module wiring can overheat and melt the flange, resulting in a fuel leak.
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bentayga vehicles. Due to a software error, the rearview camera image may be blank when the car is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bentayga vehicles. The second row seats may be installed incorrectly, without being locked on all seat rails.
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bentayga, Continental GT, Flying Spur, and Continental GT Convertible vehicles. The owner's manual incorrectly states that the air bag system will not deploy when the "Passenger Airbag On" symbol is illuminated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain 2021 Bentayga vehicles. Incorrect software for the chassis control module may cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system to malfunction.
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."
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.
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What Bentley told its dealers about the 2021 Bentley Bentayga: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 11011515 | High pitched whistle from the engine - Warning light within the DIP - Engine not running smoothly - Numerous DTC's. Customer statement/Workshop findings Emission control warning light evident within the DIP Engine not running/idling smoothly High pitched whistle from the right and left hand side of the engine TIP: Refer to video within the Bentley Hub referencing TPI 2075922/- A selection of DTCs are evident (as per TPI Event memory entries) |
| 11009729 | Front door clash condition with the rear door brightware or clash between the front and rear door brightware. Customer statement / workshop findings: The front door inner panel hem is clashing with the rear door lower brightware during the closing operation of the front door or, The rear door lower brightware is clashing with the front door brightware |
| 11009724 | Rear lid or boot - Water ingress diagnosis. Customer statement: Water ingress within the rear lid Water dripping from the rear lid Water ingress is evident within the boot Water in some isolated cases may be heard moving/sloshing from the inside of the rear lid |
| 11009723 | Noises from Panoramic sun roof. |
| 11009717 | Front windscreen - Water ingress - Left or right hand side Or water ingress from the top of the front windscreen. Customer statement / workshop findings: Water ingress into the cabin (Front windscreen) |
| 11009715 | Keyless entry system (KESSY) function was found to be disabled when the vehicle was parked for a short duration of time. Customer statement / workshop findings: Keyless entry system (KESSY) function is disabled when the vehicle is parked for a short duration of time Technical background: The reported symptom is due to the Battery management shut off stages being too early due to the battery size being incorrectly entered on replacement |
| 11009616 | Loading system message in the Infotainment screen (screen stuck). Customer statement / workshop findings: The Infotainment system is stuck on the loading screen Loading system, please wait message is visible on the Infotainment screen |
| 11009614 | Engine overheating - Warning in the DIP (V8 Kovomo) Customer statement / workshop findings: One or a combination of the following symptoms are evident Engine overheat warning in the DIP (Engine overheating) Unusual cooling fan operation at high temperatures P19F700: Low engine coolant temperature indicator lamp coolant too warm Signs of coolant in the vacuum hoses for switch valve N649 |
| 11009579 | Measured values - Cycle recording instructions. Technical background The instructions within the Measure section of this TPI have been generated to guide operatives through the process for recording Measured values in cycles by using self diagnosis, the Instructions also detail how to locate corresponding files which are required for analysis. |
| 11009568 | EPB Warning light in DIP - Front door/s power latch system intermittent - DTC U112300 within Address 03 and Address 46. Customer statement / workshop findings: One or a combination of the following is evident within the DIP Electronic parking brake warning And/or Drivers door power latch intermittent operation warning |
| 11008718 | Engine light in the DIP - Various oxygen sensor / Fuel ratio DTCs logged within the Engine Control Module(s). Customer statement / workshop findings: Engine light in the DIP - Various oxygen sensor / Fuel ratio DTCs logged within the Engine Control Module(s). |
| 11008716 | Engine light in the DIP - Various Camshaft adjuster DTCs logged within the Engine Control Module(s). Customer statement / workshop findings: Engine light in the DIP - Various Camshaft adjuster DTCs logged within the Engine Control Module(s). |
| 11008405 | Engine cooling system over cooling - One or a combination of DTC's may be evident P218100 - P1BB400. Customer statement / workshop findings: DTC P218100 - Cooling System Performance and / or DTC P1BB400 Cylinder head temperature too low is stored in the Engine Control Module (ECM). Emission Control Lamp illuminated on the Driver Instrument Panel. |
| 11008402 | Rattle / vibration noise from the dashboard (Drivers side) - Head Up Display (HUD) trim panel. Customer statement / workshop findings: Rattle / vibration noise from the dashboard (Drivers side) - Head Up Display (HUD) trim panel. |
| 11008400 | Engine coolant overheat warning in the DIP - One or a combination of DTC's may be evident P017B00 - P017C00 - P017E00. Customer statement: Engine coolant overheat warning within the DIP |
| 11008369 | Issues with mobile phone wireless charging - Wireless charging does not work. The customer complains that the mobile device sometimes cannot be charged wirelessly. |
| 11008359 | Emergency call module and communication unit (0075) - Software update - Dongle removal (SC24/13) |
| 11008227 | Lower and/or upper front suspension lever bushes - Warranty replacement guidelines. |
| 11008224 | Driver / Passenger door(s) creak on close - All models (front and / or rear). |
| 11007604 | EPB Warning light in DIP - Front door/s power latch system intermittent - DTC U112300 within Address 03 and Address 46. Technical background: The micro switch signal of the door lock is not recognised or is recognised briefly, a counter press of the door by the operative is required to clearly recognise the signal Insufficient back pressure of door (door closing loads / seal load) results in the pawl microswitch signal becoming too short. This short signal is then calculated as an error state by address 0003 -Brake electronics. |
| 11007603 | Issues with wireless charging/wireless charging does not work. Customer statement / workshop findings: The customer complains that the mobile device sometimes cannot be charged wirelessly. One of the following three situations is described: The phone gets very hot while charging and charging is cancelled. The phone is not charged and the following message is shown on the MMI: The device cannot be charged as there is another object in the charging cradle. The phone does not start charging after it has been placed in the charging cradle. The phone or individual processes are switched off to |
| 11007588 | Creaking/squeak noise from the front suspension (upper inner lever bushes). |
| 11007587 | Engine Cooling System over cooling - DTC P218100 - V8 Kovomo. Technical background It is possible for the engine coolant Thermostat to corrode over time, this corrosion is due to an adverse reaction of the Thermostat material with the engine coolant. The corrosion and subsequent build-up of debris prevents the correct operation of the thermostat when closing, resulting in over cooling. The ECM triggers a DTC when the target engine temperature is outside of the specified parameter. |
| 11006105 | Bentayga rear brake noise/squeal - Repair method depending on the brake noise frequency (Iron brakes only). Scenario 1 Vibration of 1.2 to 1.4 KHz is produced from the rear brakes whilst braking at low speed Whilst braking at low speed, a vibration of 1.2 to 1.4 KHz or 5 KHz can be produced from friction between the rear brake pad and disc resulting in rear brake noise/squeal Scenario 2 Vibration of 3.4 KHz is produced from the rear brakes While braking at low speed a vibration of 3.4 KHz can be produced during brake application at low speed resulting in rear brake noise/squeal Scenario 3 Vibr |
| 11003660 | DTC P0B2500 logged within address 0021 (Battery Energy Control Module 2) - Dynamic ride system warning visible. Customer statement: Bentley dynamic ride system fault is displayed within the Drivers Instrument Panel (DIP) Workshop findings: DTC P0B2500 - Hybrid/EV Battery "A" Voltage low is stored within address 21- Battery Energy Control Module 2 Technical background: Possible internal fault with the super capacitor |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)