Recalls for 2001 Bentley Arnage Le Mans

DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Posted on: 2002-07-23
Description
On certain passenger vehicles and limousines, the low pressure brake fluid feed pipe between the master cylinder and remote reservoir has the potential to trap or retain air.

Consequence
This air could enter the master cylinder causing excessive pedal travel and partial failure of the primary circuit, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace both hoses and brake fluid reservoir.  Owner notification began july 19, 2002.  Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact rolls-royce at 1-800-777-6923.

Notes
Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Posted on: 2005-02-17
Description
Certain bentley aftermarket fuel pump noise reduction kits, p/nos pf59918pa and pf59918pb, suitable for use on 2000-2002 my bentley arnage red label vehicles and 2001 my bentley arnage le mans and lwb vehicles.  The fuel pump outlet hose can fracture under certain driving conditions, resulting in a fuel leak.

Consequence
A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a fire.

Corrective Action
Bentley will notify the customers of the affected vehicles and will instruct them to take their vehicle to an authorized bentley dealer for free repair.  The recall began february 28, 2005.  Owners may contact bentley customer service at 800-777-6923.

Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.