Bentley Bentayga V8 Recall R/2020/168: The Fuel Low Pressure Hose Quick Connect In The Engine Compartment Could Be Subjected To…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 11 Aug 2020
- Launched
- 602
- vehicles in the UK
- RE20/14 (RB56)
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Bentley recalled Bentayga V8 vehicles built between 29 January 2018 and 17 December 2019. The fuel low pressure hose quick connect in the engine compartment could be subjected to temperatures above the design operating specification. The dealer will replace the existing fuel quick connect with one made of an improved material. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The fuel low pressure hose quick connect in the engine compartment could be subjected to temperatures above the design operating specification.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: THE FUEL LOW PRESSURE HOSE QUICK CONNECT IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT COULD BE SUBJECTED TO TEMPERATURES ABOVE THE DESIGN OPERATING SPECIFICATION Defect: The fuel low pressure hose quick connect in the engine compartment could be subjected to temperatures above the design operating specification. Remedy: Replace the existing fuel quick connect with one made of an improved material. Update engine cooling fan software where required.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: the fuel low pressure hose quick connect in the engine compartment could be subjected to temperatures above the design operating specification.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the existing fuel quick connect with one made of an improved material. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Bentayga V8 built between 29 January 2018 and 17 December 2019 may be included. Bentley estimates 602 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 campaign code RE20/14 (RB56) or the DVSA reference R/2020/168. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bentayga V8Incorrect software parameters have been released for the Chassis Control Module | Low | R/2021/297 | |
| Bentayga V8Cracks could be present in the cylinder bore of specific V8 engines | Low | R/2021/171 | |
| Bentayga V8The nut of the eccentric screw could break on the rear axle lower lever arm | Book soon | R/2021/153 |
This is one of 46 Bentley recalls in DVSA’s data. The Bentley recall launched before it was R/2020/145 on 2 Jun 2020, for the adhesive bond between the sunroof and the vehicle body does not meet specification. The one launched after it was R/2020/373 on 12 Jan 2021, for the convertible roof can be activated using the key fob at distances exceeding six metres. You can also see every Bentley recall and all recalls launched in 2020.
Source: DVSA recall R/2020/168, launched 11 August 2020. 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.