Bentley Bentayga recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 10, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Bentley Motors, Inc. recalls 2017 Bentley Bentayga

Recall number

16V816000

Brand / firm

Bentley

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 378 units

Why it was recalled

If the seat mechanism and instrument panel joints were not tightened, they can loosen, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

What was recalled

Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain model year 2017 Bentayga vehicles manufactured March 1, 2016, to September 30, 2016. During the assembly process, the affected vehicles may not have had the seat mechanism and instrument panel joints properly tightened.

What to do

Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the seat mechanism and instrument panel joints, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2017. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE16/32.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.