Recalls for 2017 Bentley Continental

DEFECT #1 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2019-12-05
Description
Bentley motors, inc.  (bentley) is recalling certain 2017-2018 continental supersports vehicles.  The power assisted steering (pas) cooler pipe may be the incorrect size, allowing the cooler hose to detach and leak power steering fluid.

Consequence
A power steering fluid leak may cause a loss of vehicle control, or a hazard to following traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.  In addition, the fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action
Bentley will notify the owners, and dealers will replace the pas cooler pipe, free of charge.  The recall began january 7, 2020.  Owners may contact bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923.  Bentley's number for this recall is re19/27.

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