Model year 2021 · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
2021 Bentley Bentayga: recalls, fuel economy and safety ratings
EPA rates the 2021 Bentley Bentayga at 14–19 mpg combined across 3 versions. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint for this model year.
Safety recalls
7
EPA combined mpg
14–19
NHTSA overall rating
—
Recall file dated Oct 27, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026 · updated Oct 27, 2026, 7:34 AM EDT
Check your own car: enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls for that exact vehicle, and contact a Bentley dealer to schedule the repair — safety recall repairs are free. The list below covers the whole model year, so not every recall applies to every car.
2021 Bentley Bentayga recalls
NHTSA's recall file lists 7 safety recalls for the 2021 Bentley Bentayga, newest first.
Fuel system, gasoline: Delivery: Fuel pump
NHTSA 23V592000Reported Aug 23, 2023
Filed by
Bentley Motors, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. RE23/19)
Units affected
3,527 (estimate)
Problem
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.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the flange and fuel supply module wiring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 20, 2023. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE23/19.
Bentley Motors, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. RE 22/29 (RC54))
Units affected
3,134 (estimate)
Problem
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."
Risk
A rearview camera screen that displays a blank image reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the infotainment unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 17, 2022. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-877-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE22/29 (RC54).
Bentley Motors, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. RC22/10 (RC36))
Units affected
1,923 (estimate)
Problem
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.
Risk
An unlocked seat rail could move in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to occupants.
Remedy
Dealers will check and reset the 2nd row seat rail positions to ensure proper engagement of the seat rails, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 16, 2022. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RC22/10 (RC36).
Equipment: Other: Owners/service/other manual and 1 more component
NHTSA 21V975000Reported Dec 15, 2021
Filed by
Bentley Motors, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. RE21/43 (RC26))
Components
Equipment: Other: Owners/service/other manual; Air bags: Frontal
Units affected
3,777 (estimate)
Problem
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."
Risk
The incorrect information may change how occupants position themselves in relation to the air bags, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Bentley will mail new labels to owners. Owners may apply the label themselves or have a dealer apply the label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2022. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE21/43 (RC26).
Electronic stability control (ESC): Control module: Software
NHTSA 21V647000Reported Aug 18, 2021
Filed by
Bentley Motors, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. RE21/29)
Units affected
28 (estimate)
Problem
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.
Risk
A malfunctioning ESC system can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the chassis control module with the correct software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 5, 2021. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE21/29.
Bentley Motors, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. RE21/31 (RC13))
Components
Seat belts: Front: Retractor; Seat belts
Units affected
33 (estimate)
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).
Bentley Motors, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. RE21/17 (RB98))
Units affected
206 (estimate)
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).
Recall summaries are written by NHTSA from manufacturers' defect reports. Dates are when NHTSA received the report.
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2021 Bentley Bentayga fuel economy by version
EPA city/highway/combined estimates for each engine, transmission and drive combination; electric figures are in MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent). Annual fuel cost is EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year (55% city, 45% highway) at EPA's current fuel-price assumptions; your cost will vary.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov (U.S. DOE and EPA), file dated Sep 29, 2026. Each version links to its FuelEconomy.gov record.
EPA estimates come from standardized lab tests so cars can be compared fairly; real-world mileage depends on speed, weather, load, tires and driving style.
2021 Bentley Bentayga crash-test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the tested versions. More stars mean a lower chance of serious injury in that type of crash. Rollover risk is NHTSA's estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
2021 Bentley Bentayga NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
Tested vehicle
Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk
Forward collision warning
2021 Bentley Bentayga Hybrid SUV AWD
Not rated
Not rated
Not rated
Not rated
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No
2021 Bentley Bentayga Speed SUV AWD
Not rated
Not rated
Not rated
Not rated
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No
2021 Bentley Bentayga V8 SUV AWD
Not rated
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Not rated
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No
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program), checked Oct 26, 2026.
Star ratings compare vehicles of similar size and weight; a frontal rating for a large pickup is not directly comparable with one for a small car.
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2021 Bentley Bentayga owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2021 Bentley Bentayga, most recently on Nov 28, 2022. 0 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 0 injured people and 0 deaths. These are unverified reports; a complaint is not proof of a defect.
Most-cited components in 2021 Bentley Bentayga complaints
Component named in complaints
Mentions
Electrical system
1
Exterior lighting
1
Source: NHTSA consumer complaint files (complaints received since January 1, 2015). One complaint can name several components.
