Bentley Bentayga V8 Recall R/2021/297: Incorrect Software Parameters Have Been Released For The Chassis Control Module, Who Is Affected And What To Do

DVSA reference R/2021/297, campaign code RE21/29 (RC11). Data updated daily from DVSA.

Low
How serious
25 Aug 2021
Launched
1
vehicles in the UK
RE21/29 (RC11)
Manufacturer’s campaign code

Bentley recalled Bentayga V8 vehicles built between 15 June 2021 and 15 June 2021. Incorrect software parameters may have been released for the Chassis Control Module of certain vehicles fitted with standard (passive) roll bars. The dealer will update the Chassis Control Module with the correct software parameters. You won't usually pay for it.1

What’s Wrong

Incorrect software parameters may have been released for the Chassis Control Module of certain vehicles fitted with standard (passive) roll bars.

DVSA's Original Wording

Concern: Incorrect software parameters have been released for the Chassis Control Module Defect: Incorrect software parameters may have been released for the Chassis Control Module of certain vehicles fitted with standard (passive) roll bars. Remedy: The Chassis Control Module will be updated with the correct software parameters.

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The Risk

The recall notice describes the concern as: incorrect software parameters have been released for the Chassis Control Module.

The Fix

The dealer will update the Chassis Control Module with the correct software parameters. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.

Are You Affected?

Bentayga V8 built between 15 June 2021 and 15 June 2021 may be included. Bentley estimates 1 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.

What To Do Now

  1. Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Bentley.
  2. Book with any franchised Bentley dealer, quoting the campaign code RE21/29 (RC11) or the DVSA reference R/2021/297. See how to get a Bentley recall fixed.
  3. Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
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Bentayga V8The fuel low pressure hose quick connect in the engine compartment could be subjected to temperatures above the design operating specificationLowR/2020/168
Bentayga HybridSoftware update for HV battery management controller (RE25/46 RD74)UrgentR/2025/526
Continental GTThe front seat software could result in trapping of a rear occupant's legsLowR/2021/276

This is one of 46 Bentley recalls in DVSA’s data. The Bentley recall launched before it was R/2021/276 on 27 Jul 2021, for the front seat software could result in trapping of a rear occupant's legs. The one launched after it was R/2022/078 on 31 Mar 2022, for incorrect front passenger seat belt assemblies without an automatic locking retractor…. You can also see every Bentley recall, all recalls launched in 2021 and software recalls across every make.


Source: DVSA recall R/2021/297, launched 25 August 2021. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.

Sources

  1. 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.