Bentley Azure Recall R/1997/078: Possible Short Circuiting, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 16 Oct 1997
- Launched
- 106
- vehicles in the UK
- R/1997/078
- DVSA reference
Bentley recalled Azure vehicles built between 1 August 1994 and 30 September 1997. The main cable between the battery and the master switch can contact the edge of the body panel in the boot area. The dealer will repair additionally if the cable shows signs of wear it or replaced as required. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The main cable between the battery and the master switch can contact the edge of the body panel in the boot area. If the panel cuts through the cable insulation a short circuit may occur resulting in potential loss of electrical supply and a possible risk of fire.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POSSIBLE SHORT CIRCUITING Defect: The main cable between the battery and the master switch can contact the edge of the body panel in the boot area. If the panel cuts through the cable insulation a short circuit may occur resulting in potential loss of electrical supply and a possible risk of fire. Remedy: Affected vehicles are being recalled for inspection of the battery cable routing. Where insufficient clearance exists the cable will be repositioned. Additionally if the cable shows signs of wear it will be repaired or replaced as required.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in potential loss of electrical supply and a possible risk of fire.
The Fix
The dealer will repair additionally if the cable shows signs of wear it or replaced as required.
Are You Affected?
Azure built between 1 August 1994 and 30 September 1997 may be included. Bentley estimates 106 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Bentley, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Bentley.
- Book with any franchised Bentley dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/1997/078. See how to get a Bentley recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arnage, Azure, BrooklandsPotential of pedestrian injury | Low | R/2010/143 | |
| Arnage, AzureRoad wheel may become detached | Book soon | R/2007/034 | |
| Bentayga HybridSoftware update for HV battery management controller (RE25/46 RD74) | Urgent | R/2025/526 | |
| Bentayga W12On affected vehicles the electrical connectors on the W12 Fuel Supply Module located in the fuel tank can overheat and melt the flange material. Melting of the Fuel Supply Module flange material could result in a small fuel leak towards the top of the fuel tank | Urgent | R/2023/252 | |
| Continental GT, Continental GTC, Flying SpurRisk of fire | Urgent | R/2015/197 |
This is one of 46 Bentley recalls in DVSA’s data. The Bentley recall launched before it was R/1997/023 on 21 Mar 1997, for possible fouling of brake pipes. The one launched after it was R/2002/095 on 17 Jul 2002, for air can enter primary circuit of brake master cylinder. You can also see every Bentley recall, all recalls launched in 1997 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/1997/078, launched 16 October 1997. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.