Bentley Continental GT, Continental GTC, Flying Spur Recall R/2015/197: Risk Of Fire, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 26 Oct 2015
- Launched
- 3,642
- vehicles in the UK
- RE15/15
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Bentley recalled Continental GT, Continental GTC, Flying Spur vehicles built between 1 February 2011 and 14 June 2014. The bolted connection of the battery cable where it passes through the bulkhead may be loose on a small number of vehicles. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and replace the original nut with a prevailing torque nut and tightened to the correct torque. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The bolted connection of the battery cable where it passes through the bulkhead may be loose on a small number of vehicles. In most instances the customer is unable to start the engine. However in very rare cases if the battery is significantly discharged and the vehicle is being operated under increased electrical load a loose electrical connection can overheat whilst the vehicle is in use. If the above circumstances occur in very rare cases there could be a fire.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: RISK OF FIRE Defect: There is a possibility that the bolted connection of the battery cable where it passes through the bulkhead may be loose on a small number of vehicles. In most instances the customer is unable to start the engine. However in very rare cases if the battery is significantly discharged and the vehicle is being operated under increased electrical load a loose electrical connection can overheat whilst the vehicle is in use. If the above circumstances occur in very rare cases there could be a fire. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the original nut with a prevailing torque nut and tightened to the correct torque.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: risk of fire.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and replace the original nut with a prevailing torque nut and tightened to the correct torque.
Are You Affected?
Continental GT, Continental GTC, Flying Spur built between 1 February 2011 and 14 June 2014 may be included. Bentley estimates 3,642 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.
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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 campaign code RE15/15 or the DVSA reference R/2015/197. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Continental GT, Continental GTC, Flying SpurBentley Continental GT Continental GT convertible Flying Spur: incorrect front driveshafts (RE26/14 RD93) | Book soon | R/2026/216 | |
| Flying SpurOn affected vehicles the retention bracket holding the rear entertainment screens located in the rear of the front seats may have been installed in the incorrect orientation | Low | R/2023/131 | |
| Bacalar, Continental GTWhen riveting the airbag deflector bracket to the seat frame a sharp edge on the rivet could be created. In the event of the seat airbags being deployed it is possible that the airbag material could become torn reducing the effectiveness of occupant protection | Urgent | R/2023/064 | |
| Continental GTThe water pump concept can create a vacuum within the electrical area of the pump. As a result liquid from the coolant system can permeate through the pump housing onto the electrical circuit board and connector | Low | R/2023/037 | |
| Continental GT, Flying SpurIncorrect front passenger seat belt assemblies without an automatic locking retractor function (alr) may have been installed | Urgent | R/2022/078 |
This is one of 46 Bentley recalls in DVSA’s data. The Bentley recall launched before it was R/2013/110 on 21 Oct 2013, for possible loss of rear brake. The one launched after it was R/2016/173 on 19 Aug 2016, for glass sunroof may detach. You can also see every Bentley recall, all recalls launched in 2015 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2015/197, launched 26 October 2015. 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.