Recall 08V-585: 1980–1987 Bentley Continental, 1980–1987 Bentley Mulsanne and 6 more
BENTLEY MOTORS LTD recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Nov 7, 2008, covering about 14 vehicles.
The problem
Bentley is recalling 14 my 1980-1982 bentley t2, my 1980-1987 continental, and mulsanne, my 1980-1982 rolls-royce silver shadow II, my 1980 silver wraith II, my 1980-1987 corniche, silver spirit and my 1981-1987 silver spur passenger vehicles. A fuel hose assembly, available as a replacement part, has been found to have a defect in the material specification of the rubber hose. The hose may degrade under certain operating conditions resulting in a fuel leak.
The risk
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the fuel hose assembly free of charge. The recall began on november 24, 2008. Owners may contact bentley at 1-617-488-8500.
Notes
Bentley recall no.re08/11.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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | BENTLEY MOTORS LTD |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V585000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Bentley Continental | 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 | All years |
| Bentley Mulsanne | 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 | All years |
| Bentley T2 | 1980, 1981, 1982 | All years |
| Rolls-Royce Corniche | 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 | All years |
| Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow II | 1980, 1981, 1982 | All years |
| Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 | All years |
| Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987 | All years |
| Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith II | 1980 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 08V-585?
Bentley is recalling 14 my 1980-1982 bentley t2, my 1980-1987 continental, and mulsanne, my 1980-1982 rolls-royce silver shadow II, my 1980 silver wraith II, my 1980-1987 corniche, silver spirit and my 1981-1987 silver spur passenger vehicles. A fuel hose assembly, available as a replacement part, has been found to have a defect in the material specification of the rubber hose. The hose may degrade under certain operating conditions resulting in a fuel leak.
How is recall 08V-585 fixed?
Dealers will replace the fuel hose assembly free of charge. The recall began on november 24, 2008. Owners may contact bentley at 1-617-488-8500.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.