2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur recalls and problems

The 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has 3 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Bentley dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur recalls

Recall 16V-539: Visibility

Reported Jul 19, 2016 · 127 vehicles affected · Bentley Motors, Inc.

Problem: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Continental Flying Spur vehicles manufactured April 25, 2007 through October 31, 2008. The sunroof glass on the affected vehicles may not be properly secured to the sunroof frame. As a result, the sunroof glass may detach from the car while driving.

Risk: If the glass detaches from the sunroof frame it could be come a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will apply additional adhesive between the sunroof glass frame and sunroof glass panel, free of charge. Owners may contact Bentley customer service at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this recall is RE16/17.

Recall 13V-484: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Oct 17, 2013 · 469 vehicles affected · Bentley Motors, Inc.

Problem: Bentley Motors, Inc. (Bentley) is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2011 Continental GT, GTC, and Flying Spur vehicles, manufactured from July 2006 through June 2010 and equipped with carbon ceramic brake discs. In the affected vehicles, the stainless steel screws that secure the brake rotors may fail after being exposed to salty conditions.

Risk: Failure of the securing screws may result in a reduction of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Bentley will notify owners, and dealers will replace the screws, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 22, 2013. Owners may contact Bentley at 1-800-777-6923. Bentley's number for this campaign is RE13/14.

Recall 08V-217: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported May 15, 2008 · 13,420 vehicles affected · BENTLEY MOTORS LTD

Problem: Bentley is recalling 13,420 my 2004-2008 continental gt, continental gt speed, continental flying spur, and continental gtc vehicles. There is the potential for road salt to corrode the outer surface of the fuel filter. This could lead to the filter housing becoming porous with a corresponding fuel leak.

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel filter and reposition the retaining clip on all affected vehicles. The recall began on june 18, 2008. Owners may contact bentley at 1-800-777-6923.

2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System3
Air Bags2
Fuel/Propulsion System2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 41,800 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · at 41,800 miles · reported Jan 6, 2019
Faults was erase just before I got the vehicle at some point by who I don't know,and on the way home a 90 mile trip engine lights come on and other lights also, I had it checked out and there was 28 faults in the system, erase the system and went back to the dealer to have it look at, lights never went off as of today,
Air Bags · at 41,800 miles · reported Jan 6, 2019
I just got this vehicle 12-8-18m on the way home check yellow engine light come on,we looked at the system and seen 28 faults we erase them to see it they come back, lights still on , I also ask the dealer about all the safety recalls on this vehicle, and he call bentley and they told him there was no recalls on this vehicle at all, but in the report on this site I see there is safety recalls on the 2007 bcfs,
Electrical System · reported Jul 7, 2009
The speedometer on my 2007 bentley continental flying spur reads 6-8% high. Bentley motors says the instrument was designed this way and they have refused to calibrate my speedometer to render it accurate.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur: 16V-539 (visibility), 13V-484 (service brakes, hydraulic), 08V-217 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (3 reports), followed by air bags (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 41,800 miles.

Are Bentley recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Bentley dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.