Bentley Bentayga V8 Recall R/2021/153: The Nut Of The Eccentric Screw Could Break On The Rear Axle Lower Lever Arm, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 31 May 2021
- Launched
- 12
- vehicles in the UK
- RE21/17 (RB98)
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Bentley recalled Bentayga V8 vehicles built between 4 December 2020 and 7 December 2020. The nut of the eccentric screw could break on the rear axle lower lever arm which may cause alterations in the wheel alignment of the rear axle. The dealer will replace with new known correct nuts from outside identified manufacturing batches. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The nut of the eccentric screw could break on the rear axle lower lever arm which may cause alterations in the wheel alignment of the rear axle.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: THE NUT OF THE ECCENTRIC SCREW COULD BREAK ON THE REAR AXLE LOWER LEVER ARM Defect: The nut of the eccentric screw could break on the rear axle lower lever arm which may cause alterations in the wheel alignment of the rear axle. Remedy: Replace with new known correct nuts from outside identified manufacturing batches. If the screw connection is already damaged this will additionally be replaced.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause alterations in the wheel alignment of the rear axle.
The Fix
The dealer will replace with new known correct nuts from outside identified manufacturing batches.
Are You Affected?
Bentayga V8 built between 4 December 2020 and 7 December 2020 may be included. Bentley estimates 12 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 RE21/17 (RB98) or the DVSA reference R/2021/153. 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 fuel low pressure hose quick connect in the engine compartment could be subjected to temperatures above the design operating specification | Low | R/2020/168 | |
| Continental GT, Continental GTC, Flying SpurBentley Continental GT Continental GT convertible Flying Spur: incorrect front driveshafts (RE26/14 RD93) | Book soon | R/2026/216 | |
| Continental GTThe electrical power steering wiring harness can become trapped at the front axle assembly | Urgent | R/2019/202 |
This is one of 46 Bentley recalls in DVSA’s data. The Bentley recall launched before it was R/2021/113 on 14 Apr 2021, for the knee roll air bag wiring was crossed at the air bag control module connector. The one launched after it was R/2021/171 on 31 May 2021, for cracks could be present in the cylinder bore of specific V8 engines. You can also see every Bentley recall, all recalls launched in 2021 and suspension recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2021/153, launched 31 May 2021. 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.