Bentley Continental GT recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

October 21, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Bentley Motors, Inc. recalls 2012–2015 Bentley — 4 models

Recall number

15V688000

Brand / firm

Bentley

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 7,778 units

Why it was recalled

A loose battery cable may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Continental GT vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, to April 30, 2014, 2012-2015 Continental GTC vehicles manufactured February 1, 2011, to June 30, 2014, 2012-2013 Continental Flying Spur vehicles manufactured March 31, 2011, to August 30, 2012, and 2014 Flying Spur vehicles manufactured February 28, 2013, to April 28, 2014. In the affected vehicles, a battery cable connection may be loose at the firewall.

What to do

Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the battery cable securing nut, free of charge. The recall began on November 17, 2015. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE15/15.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.